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ROBERT LAMONT ROE

Born: Sep 03, 1946

Date of Passing: Sep 09, 2014

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ROBERT LAMONT ROE September 3, 1946 - September 9, 2014 Bad Boy, always in a hurry to get where he was going, slipped away from his family and a legion of friends far too early, leaving a quieter and much sadder world in his wake. Rocked by his passing are his adored wife Pat, daughter Jen Roe (Brian Larson) and granddaughters Kennedy and Peyton, sister Lee Robinson, mother-in-law Tess Dutton, brother-in-law Ian (Vicki), and many nephews and nieces. Always ready with a hand, a beer and an argument, Bob was truly a larger-than-life man, his booming voice and boisterous laugh punctuating conversations in curling clubs, 19th holes and social gatherings anywhere in his beloved Winnipeg, or wherever his pursuit of fun and friendship might take him. After a career with Manitoba Hydro, Bob - as he did with most things - threw himself into retirement wholeheartedly, reveling in his granddaughters, and in being free to spend even more time at the cottage at Laclu, ON with friends and family. Bob lived for stories, both in telling them and creating them, and the Laclu stories are legion. Friendship and talent led this consummate teammate to national championship football with the Fort Garry Lions, college football with Minot State Beavers, and senior football glory - and a spot in the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame - with the St. Vital Bulldogs. His love of the game carried on in his devotion to both the Steelers and the Bombers. His passion for curling made the Fort Rouge Curling Club a second home, and almost every golf course in southern Manitoba and beyond bears the scars of his passing. But above all Bob was a good man, a rock for Pat and his family, always an anchor for friends. His many kindnesses and humour will leave a huge hole in the fabric of life for all who knew him. Fittingly, a celebration of Bob's life will be held Tuesday, September 16 at Fort Rouge Curling Club, 750 Daly St. The drop-in gathering will run from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. Since the Bad Boy was not much of a flower guy, and always in there for the underdog, his family requests any donations, instead of flowers, be made to the care and cure of Clayton Thompson, a little fellow fighting for his life. More information on Clayton's battle can be had by e-mailing Lori Watson Sewell at Lwsewell@Hotmail.com, or donations can be made at any CIBC branch (transit 04007, account no. 5649196), sending an e-transfer to kids9@mymts.net or by cheque payable to M. Thompson in trust for Clayton Thompson. Online condolences can be made by visiting www.sharingmemories.ca.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 13, 2014

Condolences & Memories (29 entries)

  • I extend my condolences to Bob's family. Bob and I knew each other as kids. We played tackle football many mornings on the boulevard of Beresford with all the boys on the street. Bob was always good at what he did and I was happy to hear he had such a great career in football. Bob will be missed but surely not forgotten. - Posted by: Dave Pearce (freind) on: Oct 19, 2014

  • Pat - Brian and I were so sad to read of Bob's passing. There are so many great memories. We are so sorry that we could not attend the reception at the Fort Rouge. Please know that we are thinking of you and send our sincere condolences to you and your family. Warm Regards Brian and Ione - Posted by: Brian Fortier and Ione Christopherson (Friends) on: Sep 21, 2014

  • Pat and Ian, I was unable to attend Bobby's celebration of life but I was deeply saddened when I heard the news. I recall times back in the good old days in Riverview when Bob, Ian and my younger brother Garth would get into all kinds of shenanigans involving car rebuilds in the backyard, construction projects at the lake and other events of interest. I last saw Bob at the Reh-Fit some years ago burning up the track and the calories. He was a great guy who was taken too soon. - Posted by: Lorne Colpitts (friend) on: Sep 19, 2014

  • Pat - I was shocked & am so very sorry to learn of Bob's untimely passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the Roe family. May the love and support of family and friends give you strength, and may wonderful memories give you comfort. Sending you hugs. - Posted by: Lesley (Simmons) Hammerback (Churchill High School friend) on: Sep 17, 2014

  • Pat and Leola - I was very saddened to hear today of Bob's passing. We were best friends for a few years as kids, running around the river bank with wooden "rifles", playing football, and golfing. We even got hauled into the police station in the middle of one summer's night when we were caught skulking down back lanes on our way to Windsor Golf Course to fish golf balls out of the Seine River. We rarely saw each other much after high school, but I'm really glad now that we did have a chat in Bob's yard about a year ago. - Posted by: Bill Rayner (Old Friend) on: Sep 17, 2014

  • Pat, Jen and family, We were shocked to hear of Bob's passing and so grateful we got to see him on our last visit. He was so proud of his family and your girls Jen - they were all he talked about. So many of my treasured Laclu memories include Bob - he will be sadly missed by all of us. Visits home won't quite be the same. Our condolences to all of you in this difficult time. - Posted by: Darlene, Chris, Piper and Matthew Oman (Friends) on: Sep 16, 2014

  • Our deepest sympathy to Pat, Jen, family & friends of Mr. Roe. What a wonderful tribute you have written. I did not have the privilege of getting to know Mr. Roe very well - but sure sounds like I missed out on a lot of fun! He has left an indelible mark on his beautiful family and all that knew him and his memory will carry on in each of them. May you find comfort in the love & support of your family and friends and may happy memories warm your heart and lead you through. Much love from all of us. - Posted by: Jillian Rocke (McMillan), Damian, Owen, Emett, Oliver & Ellis (Friend/Team mate of Jen) on: Sep 16, 2014

  • I have many fond memories of my 13 years working in the Shop for MH (golf courses & curling rinks) and the best times all include Bob. Farewell my friend. It was a truly a pleasure. - Posted by: Blair Fallis (Friend) on: Sep 16, 2014

  • Pat, Dianne and I are sad to see the passing of Bob. We remember the early days at Wetherdon with Pat Collins. I saw Bob twice at a golf course and at a Goldeyes game in the last few years. Still the same old Bob, large as life. Take care Don Brown - Posted by: Don and Dianne Brown (friend) on: Sep 15, 2014

  • SORRY TO HEAR THE SAD NEWS OF THE PASSING OF A GREAT GUY. SO MANY GOOD TIMES IN GRAFTON, ND, WHERE BOB ALWAYS HAD A NEW JOKE AND AND AGREAT GUY TO BE AROUND. RIP MY FRIEND, TILL WE MEET AGAIN AT THE BIG SPIEL - Posted by: GENO (FRIEND) on: Sep 15, 2014

  • Pat and family, we were saddened to learn of Bob's sudden passing. His picture in the paper reinforced our memory of Bob who had a genuine warmth about him, aided by his infectious smile. May his memories bring comfort and peace to the family and to those who had a special walk in life with Bob. Rod & Caroly Westmacott - Posted by: Rod Westmacott (friend) on: Sep 15, 2014

  • Hard to believe that he was taken from us so soon. I'll always cherish the memories of travels with our girls through their youth soccer years and the many conversations filling time between games and standing beside the fields. Strength to Pat and Jen as you recover from your loss. - Posted by: Doug and Shannon Seney (Friend) on: Sep 15, 2014

  • November bonspiel at Grafton Curling Club So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. I only saw him once a year but his smile and laughter will be missed. - Posted by: Chris (Friend) on: Sep 15, 2014

  • Good friend, good teammate, great person. - Posted by: Roman Kopchuk () on: Sep 14, 2014

  • Pat, we were very sorry and saddened to hear of Bob's passing. We enjoyed curling with him in the "Parks and Wrecks" league and spent many fun Saturday afternoons when the games were done up in the 'Rouge club rooms' solving all the curling world's problems. We were also fortunate to be invited to your cottage and be part of a couple of beer ball weekends - more fun times and fond memories. Our sincere condolences to you, Jen and her family. We have lost a good friend. - Posted by: Tony & Gail Powls (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2014

  • Larger than life and always quick to laugh, Bob was a guy's guy. He will be missed. Our condolences to Pat and her family and to his Bulldogs' brethren. - Posted by: Rick Brownlee (MB Sports Hall of Fame) on: Sep 14, 2014

  • We are so sorry to hear of Bad Boy Bob's passing. He was truly ONE of a kind and will be missed. We have so many great indelible memories of the good times through work, curling, golf & parties. Our sincere condolences to you Pat and all your family. - Posted by: Denny & College Wallace , Vernon BC (Co-worker and friend) on: Sep 14, 2014

  • So very sad indeed to hear of Bob's passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to Pat, Jennifer, Lee and the Roe Family. May you all find strength in each other in the coming days. With Love, Don & Rae (Flynn) Martin. xo - Posted by: Rae (Flynn) Martin (Friend of the Roe Family) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Knew Bob almost my entire 37 year MH career, always enjoyed our morning musings over the previous nights games and his constant banter with Lew. Can't believe he's gone, what a shock and a shame. Bob was one of the best guys I ever knew! - Posted by: Neil Effler (Former MH workmate and friend always!) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • We were shocked to hear of Bob's sudden passing. A truly wonderful man,liked and respected by all. We will miss his booming voice echoing across the water In yet another friendly argument with his lake buddies. Laclu will not be the same without him. Our condolences to Pat and family. - Posted by: Barb and Brent McLean (Lake neighbor and friend) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Sorry to hear the bad news. Can't really believe it. Will miss the big guy. RIP, Bobby boy... Beebs - Posted by: Don Biebrick (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Always lots of laughs at work, fun on the golf course and at the hockey rink. Good times...he will be missed. - Posted by: Ross Lowry (Co-worker/golf partner/team mate and friend) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Bob was truly a great guy, always upbeat and humours. He will be missed but not forgotten by all that knew him, thank you Bob for adding to my life - Posted by: David Malby (friend) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • What a shock. Keep strong Pat. Thinking of you fondly. - Posted by: Pat Benoit (friend) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Good Dude - Good guy - Good teammate Art Marche Calgary - Posted by: Art Marche () on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Our sincerest sympathies on the loss of Bob. Last saw him at the Hall of Fame induction in Winnipeg. He will be missed. - Posted by: Brian (Louie) and Janice Charman (St. Vital Bulldog teammate) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Pat, our deepest condolences to you and the family on Bob's passing. Last saw The "Bad Boy" in October, 2013 at a Bulldog brunch before a Bomber game at which we had a good talk. Will never forget the time we spent together playing football for the Bulldogs. A true "Band of Brothers". Bob was a very good player and friend and we will be together forever after being inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame in 2007. Before we became team mates we played Junior Football against each other along with Blair, Dave Brown and a few others. We always had great battles against each other back in the mid 60's. Take care Pat and we are thinking about you and the family. Wade & Bonnie Christensen Port Coquitlam, BC. - Posted by: wade christensen (Friend / Team Mate - St. Vital Bulldogs) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • I extend my sincere condolences to Bob's family. I especially enjoyed the road trips with Bob when we coached football together. I remember the times we sat down over a few beers and tried to solve the world problems. He will be greatly missed but well remembered by family and friends. R.I.P. my friend. Jack Cusack Nanaimo, B.C. - Posted by: Jack Cusack (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Well Bob even in passing you think of others with donations to Clayton. We will truly miss you at the lake. Our condolences to Pat and the family. - Posted by: Neil & Gloria Hagen (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2014

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