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ROBERT ALEXANDER DONALD
Date of Passing: Mar 08, 2013
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ROBERT ALEXANDER DONALD It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of husband, father and grandfather, Robert Alexander Donald. Robbie died peacefully at the Riverview Health Centre in Winnipeg on the morning of March 8, 2013. Robbie is survived by his wife Marlyn of 58 years, sons Rick (Edie), Garth (Judie) and Jerry (Jody); and grandchildren Tammy, Cody, Debbie, Rob, Grace and Eric. Robbie is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, brother Ivan and numerous nieces and nephews. Robbie was born in Reston, Manitoba, on October 2, 1934 to Jim and Elsie Donald. Robbie started his education at Prairie Rose School and later attended Reston Elementary School. After grade eight, Robbie helped his parents on their farm in the summer and spent some winters working in Winnipeg. Marlyn and Robbie were married in April of 1954. Their marriage was the one and only ceremony held at the Hillview United Church in the Hillview District. In October 1956, Robbie and Marlyn bought the farm of George and Dorothy Guthrie . The homestead portion of the farm was on the east half of 36-7-28 and remains in the Donald family today. During their farming career, Robbie and Marlyn bought and sold several parcels of land to suit production. Their last crop was seeded in 1993 and their three sons came home to help with the final harvest. In April l of 1994 an equipment sale was held and Robbie and Marlyn retired from farming that Spring. Robbie and Marlyn enjoyed thirty two winters in Arizona and eventually purchased a mobile home in Apache Junction. In 2005, Robbie and Marlyn purchased a condominium in Winnipeg and have enjoyed friends and family with a lovely view of Winnipeg from the 20th floor. Robbie was Chairman of the Manitoba Pool Elevator Board in Reston for twelve years and secretary for four years. He was a delegate for the Pool convention in Winnipeg for several years and served on the Resolution Committee. Robbie was in charge of the Pipestone-Albert Agricultural Society concession booth for many years, Chairman of the Reston Rink for three years, served one term on the Reston Co-op board at the time of the organization's dissolution, served one term on the United Appeal Board, was a member of the Reston Lions Club and was the Secretary-Treasurer of the Reston Cemetery Board for sixteen years. Robbie and Marlyn achieved much in their time together. Throughout his life Robbie worked hard to accomplish his goals and did so to improve life for his wife, family and community. Family was very important to Robbie and he enjoyed many gatherings and celebrations with them. He will be remembered and missed as a loving and devoted husband and an inspirational and caring father and grandfather. Robbie himself stated in his last days that he had enjoyed a wonderful life. As Robbie has instructed his remains have been cremated. A gathering to celebrate his life will be held later this spring/summer. For those who wish, donations in lieu of flowers may be made to: CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9 or to Heart and Stroke Foundation, Suite 200, 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB, R3L 0K6. E-mail messages of condolence or sign the on-line Book of Condolences at www.carscaddenfuneralchapel.com G.R. Carscadden Funeral Chapel, Virden in care of arrangements.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 16, 2013
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Robbie was one of those people I could honestly call "friend". He was a kind, caring person who could always be counted on through the years. He and Marlyn were a wonderful couple. I will remember them always with love for their generosity and genuine friendship. - Posted by: Geraldine Ames (Friend) on: Mar 16, 2013
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I am thinking of you all at this sad time....another good man gone way too soon...and our mother Pearl lies in a bed at the care home and will turn 95 tomorrow all tho she knows no one hardly ever...life just sometimes doesn't seem fair...please let me know when the gathering is as I would like to attend... - Posted by: Sharon (Smith) Leslie (cousin) on: Mar 16, 2013
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Sorry to hear of Robbie's passing, our sincere sympathy to you and your family. We remember the good times we had while in Coral Sands, and will miss Robbie very much. - Posted by: Carl and Edie Simonson (Friends) on: Mar 16, 2013