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RICHARD CLAYTON ROBSON
Date of Passing: Apr 20, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRICHARD CLAYTON ROBSON It is with profound sadness that the family of Richard Clayton Robson announce his passing on Sunday, April 20, 2014 at the Grace Hospital. Richard was born on August 14, 1923 the eldest son of Jack and Hilda Robson. Dick, as he was so fondly known to many, grew up in River Heights and attended Robert H. Smith, Queenston , Kelvin and United College. Dick enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy in 1944 and served for three years as a Radar Artificer. In 1948 he graduated from the Faculty of Pharmacy University of Manitoba, with the Silver Medal. Dick met the love of his life Marjorie Mein at Grand Beach and the two of them were married in 1950. They soon welcomed two daughters into their family, Donna and Diane. Dick owned Robson Drugs in St. James for 47 years; he was well respected and a good friend to his loyal customers. Dick was a long-time member and Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Club of Winnipeg West. He was also affiliated with the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association for 50 years and a member of Wingar, where many friendships were formed. Marj and Dick enjoyed many travel adventures over the years, and especially loved their winter holidays down South. Dick is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie, his daughters, Donna (Dan Ptolemy) and Diane (Jeff Shypit), grandchildren, Shaun, Kelly, Linda and Lana, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Dick was predeceased by his parents and his brother and sister-in-law, Ken and Barbara Robson. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2014 at 2:00 p.m., Thomson "In the Park". In lieu of flowers, donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Association, the Kidney Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Publish Date: Apr 26, 2014
RICHARD CLAYTON ROBSON It is with deepest sadness that the family of Richard Robson announce his passing on Sunday, April 20, 2014. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson "In the Park". A longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Apr 24, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 26, 2014
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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To express sympathy in the loss of your loved one and to let you know that many thoughts are with you and your family. In the love that surrounds you, may you find strength. In the memories you cherish, may you find peace. With caring thoughts Miro Cerqueti and pharmacy staff - Posted by: Miro Cerqueti and pharmacy staff () on: Apr 29, 2014
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Please accept my deepest condolences. I am so sorry for your loss! - Posted by: Loreen Klassen () on: Apr 26, 2014
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Dick was someone that you always sought out at our regular family reunions because he was such a kind and gentle man, both interesting and interested ......always. He was a great family man a wonderful husband to Marj , and father to Donna and Diane , and I can only imagine a fabulous grandfather! A great person that we were proud to call family! He will be dearly missed! - Posted by: Coleen Deslauriers (Second cousin in law ) on: Apr 25, 2014