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ROBERT WILLIAM HOSKIN
Born: Jul 04, 1954
Date of Passing: Feb 28, 2009
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROBERT WILLIAM HOSKIN After a courageous battle with cancer, Rob passed peacefully, with his family by his side, February 28, 2009 at Riverview, in Winnipeg, MB. Rob is predeceased by his father and mother Cliff and Joan Hoskin of Port Alberni, BC. He is survived by loving wife Sherry Kulbaba-Hoskin; sister Anita (Ray) Romaniuk of Vancouver, BC; special mother-in-law Adele Kulbaba; sister-in-law Nicky (Scott) Chabluk, and their girls, Randene, Janna, and Alexandra of Oakbank, MB, as well as several cousins, including special cousins Norma (Bud) Ward and Tracy (Lorraine) West of Port Alberni, BC, and his very special buddy Belkar. Rob was dearly loved by many, many friends, and colleagues, including best friend Shelley Dufualt along with special friends Terry and Glennis Morris, all of Winnipeg, MB. Born July 4, 1954, in Port Alberni, BC, Rob graduated from Alberni District Secondary High school in 1972 and started his booking agent career in 1978 with Bruce Allan Talent then moved over to Feldman Associates of Vancouver in 1979. Rob left Port Alberni in 1984 to join the Hungry I Agency in Winnipeg. In 1998 he became an instrumental part of Morris Entertainment. Rob was an avid sports fan and fisherman, and he excelled as a softball pitcher and coached and managed youth soccer while still in his teens. His generosity and sense of humour will be missed by all who knew him. Special thanks to Dr. Ted St. Godard, and his wonderful staff - Marlene, Helen, Sabrina, Crystal, Arlene, Meagan, and many more at the Riverview Health Centre in Winnipeg, who provided excellent care for Rob in his final days. Celebration of Rob's life will be on Saturday, March 7 at 3:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB. An online book of condolences may be signed at www.cropo.com. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Rob's memory to the 3rd floor, East Wing at the Riverview Health Centre, 1 Morley Avenue, Winnipeg, MB. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 02, 2009
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
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On behalf of myself, John Ellis, and all the members of Pacheena (the westcoast band that Rob managed for approx. 10 years) we would like to send our deepest respect in memory of this great, great man. He was clearly the most lovable, colorful, and kind friend, manager, and agent that graced the city of Vancouver during his reign there. He will be missed and remembered as an integral part of the development of Canada's west coast music scene. - Posted by: John Ellis (Friend) on: Mar 07, 2009