ANTHONY (ANDY) ROBERTSON

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ANTHONY (ANDY) ROBERTSON It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Anthony Robertson who died peacefully on January 5, 2003 at the Victoria General Hospital. He will be lovingly remembered by Peggy, his devoted wife of 60 years and his adoring son, John (Gail) two grandchildren of whom he was so proud, Jennifer (Rob) and Spencer; his special sister Pat whom he loved dearly; nieces, Moira Kowalchuk and Dorothy Johnson (Gord) and their families; as well as all the family in England. He will be missed by many close friends. Andy was born June 11, 1918 in Newcastle-upon-Tyre, England. As a youth, he was a competitive swimmer and played water polo. He also loved soccer and throughout his life, he was a strong supporter of Newcastle United soccer team. In 1954, he came to Canada where he spent most of his working years with Agriculture Canada. He loved golf and was a member of the Southwood Golf and Country Club for 16 years where he and Peggy developed many good friendships. Andy was a warm, generous, and kind person whose smile lit up the room. Special thanks to the doctors and nursing staff on the 4th Floor at the Victoria Hospital. Funeral liturgy will be celebrated by Fr. Carl Tarnopolski on Friday, January 10, at 9:30 a.m. at Mary Mother of the Church, 85 Kirkbridge Dr. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. LEATHERDALE GARDINER 1501 Waverley Street949-4860

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 08, 2003