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ROBERT DENIS (BOB) LOVATT
Date of Passing: Jul 03, 2019
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ROBERT DENIS (BOB) LOVATT
1949 - 2019
Born in Montreal, Bob grew up on R.C.A.F. bases in Quebec, Ontario and Manitoba. After graduating from the University of Manitoba, he settled in Winnipeg - where he married the love of his life, Valoree, and started a family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who will be lovingly remembered for his strength, courage, honesty, kindness and generous spirit - his children and grandchild were his life's pride and joy.
A lifelong educator and Governor General's Academic Medal recipient, Bob enjoyed his years as a teacher and then administrator at Stonewall Centennial School, where the Robert Lovatt Gymnasium is a testament to his passion for sport. He was an accomplished athlete who competed in the Halifax Canada Summer Games and was invited to Olympic trials. His provincial triple jump record went unbroken for 38 years, and his stature made him a natural at basketball. He was also a passionate fan of professional sports and his sons' activities, coaching soccer and hockey. His enthusiasm was over the top (and occasionally over the glass). He was an avid golfer and long-time member of Breezy Bend Country Club, where many lasting friendships began.
Left to cherish Bob's memory are his wife of 44 years, Valoree, sons, Chris (Meagan) and Andrew (Debbie), granddaughter Marcella and her mother Miriam, sister Karen (Bob), sister-in-law Lyla (Les) and nieces, Jessica, Laura, Kristen and Elizabeth. He was predeceased by his parents, Denis and Lyn, and brother Brian.
We wish to thank the countless staff, especially doctors and nurses, of Grace Hospital 4S, CancerCare and Riverview Health Centre 3E for their amazing compassion and care.
A family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. All are encouraged to share memories at Winnipeg Free Press Passages.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 13, 2019
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Val-I know it’s been awhile since we’ve had any contact-but Bob was a wonderful friend for me! A few years ago! Feel free to send me a note if you care to! Wes - Posted by: Wes Peters (College buddy) on: May 22, 2020
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Oh Val, it broke my heart to hear about Bob’s passing. I am so very sorry. I hope you and the boys are doing alright...take care of yourselves. I’m thinking of you all. Jenn - Posted by: Jenn DeGroot (Friend ) on: Jul 24, 2019
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IRTA extends its sympathy to you and your family on Bob’s passing. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time. Sincerely, Interlake Retired Teachers’ Association - Posted by: Interlake Retired Teachers’ Association (IRTA) (Friend) on: Jul 14, 2019
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