ROBERT JOHN (BOB) MCKENZIE

Condolences & Memories (21 entries)

• I miss chatting with Bob in the condo parking lot. I had no idea he had passed. I was asking my girlfriend the other day if she had met him. He sure had a way of making pretty girls laugh (usually at me!). Condolences to his family. He was a good man. - Posted by: Greg (neighbour) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Lorna, my sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your dad. He will remain in your heart forever, and beautiful memories will sustain you. - Posted by: Lori Sichello (Phillips) () on: Feb 23, 2014

• Dear Helen and Family; I was saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. I remember my parents talking frequently about the great times they shared with you and your family! My Mother was so moved by your visit to her in her final months. She mentioned your visit Helen, many times!! We were all so touched by your thoughtfulness and for going the 'extra mile'. I know Bob was a very special man and that he touched many lives. As much as I know he will be missed, Bob will live on through his children and grandchildren. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers! Blessings to you all! Much love, Jill (Silverthorne) Ferguson. - Posted by: Jill (Silverthorne) Ferguson (Family Friend) on: Jan 14, 2014

• Helen, I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing from Marg and Blaine Silverthorne. I am sure your happy memories will help you and your family through this sad time. It was so special of you and Bob to come all the way to Calgary for our wedding. I felt like I got to know you because, as you can imagine, I heard many stories. My sincere sympathy, Lois. - Posted by: Lois Silverthorne (friend) on: Jan 09, 2014

• Hello to all my Dear McKenzie extended family. My heart was heavy to hear of Bob's untimely departure. My deepest sympathy for your great loss. I apologize for my personal absence from my McKenzie family in the last number of years, another story. My memories of Bob are like so many others, blessed to have had him and his humour in my life. He represented the true meaning of the "family man", for that you must all hold very dear to your heart, so many other people never experience that wholeness. With love...Lynne - Posted by: Lynne McKenzie (Cousin) on: Jan 09, 2014

• Our Aunt and Uncle, Blaine and Marg Silverthorne, e-mailed this morning, that Bob had passed away. I was so sorry to hear that. I remember as kids getting together with your family, and even after we had moved to Calgary, we would return to Winnipeg and we would again get together. Mom and Dad spoke so fondly of you Helen, and Bob, and the years you spent together as young couples with plenty of kids and no money to go out! Dad used to say, everyone would cash in the bottles before the next get together! I remember going to Victoria beach when we were young, and I even have the pictures of Mom and Helen sitting on the shore, with several of us playing around them (1950's) Mom and dad remembered those years with great fondness and talked often about them. What touches me most, is when you, Helen, came out to see mom before she died. That was so thoughtful of you. You must have many lovely memories of Bob, and know that you are in our prayers. He sure meant a lot to my parents - Posted by: Jan Corner (Silverthorne) (daughter of their late friends marg and terry Silverthorne, calgary) on: Jan 08, 2014

• So sorry Lorna to hear about your Dad. Our deepest sympathies to you, your Mom, Laurie, Heather and Ted. - Posted by: Brian and Leila Moist (Friends ) on: Jan 07, 2014

• It has been many years since I have seen any of the McKenzie family, but my memory of Bob is as clear as if we met yesterday. Bob was a friend of my parents, Edie and Petur Petursson and our families spent many a day together when we were all much younger. Bob always lit up the room with his amazing character and humour. It was always so much fun hearing his stories. My condolences go out to the entire McKenzie family at this time of sorrow. I know how much he will be missed by all. I don't think I will ever forget his laugh. I know there will be many treasured memories that will bring strength to those who remember him. He was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sincerely Susan Flynn. (Nee Petursson) - Posted by: Susan Flynn (Friend of Family) on: Jan 06, 2014

• Bob was such a great guy to talk to. I park beside him at Spruce Groves Condos and he always had time to chat about music with me as I am also a drummer. His great stories about his days playing will be missed. My condolences go out to Bob's family. - Posted by: Don Jacks (neighbor) on: Jan 06, 2014

• My sincerest sympathies. I will remember Mr. McKenzie as the approachable, always friendly, and very helpful Board member at Spruce Grove Condominiums. - Posted by: Wanda Kempa (Neighbour) on: Jan 05, 2014

• Bob was such a wonderful man. I loved him dearly and am so very grateful for the time spent with him and the many memories that I have. My sincere condolences go out to all the family. - Posted by: Deborah McKenzie (Family) on: Jan 04, 2014

• Our thoughts and prayers are with Helen and her family at the time of passing of Bob. My parents, Harry and Irene Tully, enjoyed visits with Bob and Helen over the years. Bob always made Dad laugh and Helen is a special cousin to Irene. - Posted by: Don and Lorna Smith, and Irene Tully. (Second cousin to Bob's wife, Helen, Irene is a first cousin of Helen.) on: Jan 03, 2014

• Heather, we're so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our hearts go out to you and your family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Colleen and Brian McEwan (Friends) on: Jan 03, 2014

• I have fond memories of Bob as a child. Despite our age difference, I remember Bob's sense of humour and the fun times our families had together. I feel fortunate that, through a twist of fate, Bob and I were able to connect by telephone and update each other on our families and life in general. Helen, Laurie, Lorna, Heather and Teddie (and families)- my deepest sympathies. May Bob rest in peace. - Posted by: Melanie McCracken (Cousin) on: Jan 03, 2014

• We were saddened to hear of the passing of Bob. Our family was all together in September and there were a lot of stories of times with the McKenzies and times at West Hawk Lake. Bob was always a great guy. All the McCracken's are thinking of you during this difficult time. Our Deepest Condolences, Paul & Janice McCracken and Family - Posted by: Paul & Janice McCracken and Family (Cousin) on: Jan 03, 2014

• Dear Helen and family, I will always remember how kind and funny Bob was. He was a glass half full kind of guy. I wish for you all the best memories and peace. - Posted by: Lesley (friend) on: Jan 02, 2014

• Helen and family, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing, he was such a wonderful person always happy and had many jokes to share. - Posted by: Fran Besko (friend) on: Jan 02, 2014

• So sorry for your loss - Posted by: The Spezzano's (Lake/Hospital) on: Jan 02, 2014

• remember Bob (Spanky) from my time in St Vital in the 1950's as he was a good friend of my brother Dick. my condolences to Helen and family. - Posted by: wes olson ( old friend) on: Jan 02, 2014

• Helen and family It was my pleasure to have worked with Bob back in the early 60's and to have known both of you. A truly great gentleman has left us, but his memories will last forever. My prayers go to you and your family. Gary Whyte - Posted by: Gary Whyte (friend and former co-worker) on: Jan 02, 2014

• I have known Bob for a very long time. Did work for him when I was in excavating and poured concrete for him. Always enjoyed our coffee breaks at Robins or MacDonald's and some of the best stories of his traveling days. Sorry I can't be there as in ON. for Winter and my best to all of you. I will miss him. Glen Smith! - Posted by: Glen Smith (Proud to call him a Friend) on: Jan 02, 2014