ROBERT JOHN BRAMLEY

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ROBERT JOHN BRAMLEY November 15, 1931- October 27, 2003 It is with great sorrow that we must announce the passing of this wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Bob will be forever missed and so fondly remembered by his loving wife, Carol, of 48 years of marriage; three adoring daughters, Susan, Brenda and Lorraine; his sons-in-law, Graeme, Chris, Kevin and Dave; grandchildren, Bradley and David Moss, Christopher and Megan Wehrle, Scott McNabb and Simon Powell; sisters, Audrey Woolley (Harold), Dorothy Plett (Peter) and Joan Mcguire; mother-in-law Irene Lowing; sister-in-law Margaret Bramley; brother-in-law Jim Lowing (Pat) as well as many nieces and nephews. Bob was predeceased by his parents, George and Sarah as well as his sister Margaret and his brother George. Dad was a devoted partner, a trusted and respected mentor to his girls as well as his grandkids. He was an energetic and hard working man who gladly made many sacrifices for his family. He was Mr. Mom long before it was fashionable for a father to cook, clean, pack lunches, operate a sewing machine and dote on his kids. His efficiency as a letter carrier for Canada Post (in 35 years of service he used only one sick day) allowed him an abundance of time to care for his home and family, especially while his kids were in school. As dad was a skilled carpenter and craftsman, his nearest and dearest have many mementos of his endless creativity. He could turn the oddest collection of junk into something functional and beautiful. Dad could build, fix, mend, install, restore, overhaul, or renovate just about anything imaginable and in keeping with his frugal nature, he did it all at the lowest possible price. From banging dents out of the old Camaro (with alarming frequency) to constructing rec rooms and wet bars, replacing plumbing and electrical systems to refurbishing entire houses, there was rarely a task that dad couldnt handle. Our families will always treasure time spent at the cottage that he built in Belair with the assistance of his sons-in-law. Dad rescued and repaired countless discarded bicycles and there was never a youngster who visited his cottage that he couldnt fit to one of those bikes. He spent exhaustive hours and energy tinkering with his antique mini-bikes to coax out of them just a bit more running time for the amusement of both himself and the grandkids. Dad was always most content when he had an interesting project on the go and enjoyed many hours contemplating just how to tackle all of these ideas. Mom and dad looked forward to spending their winters in Texas and, over their 17 years of travel, theyve made many good friends. Mission is going to be a little quieter come January but Bobs snowbird comrades will surely have a Hurricane or two and toast to the good times they shared with mom and dad. Dad gave selflessly his entire life and for this reason it was particularly challenging for him to accept the care he required in his final weeks. He was never much for soft words and gestures, but those who understood him would have seen the gratitude in his eyes. He truly appreciated, as did his family, the kind, compassionate and professional care that he received from the staff and doctors at the Grace Hospital in Observation and on the 4th floor. God bless you all. To those of you who brought a smile to his face, an even bigger Thank You. Family and friends are invited to join us in a celebration of Bobs life in Deer Lodge United Church, 2093 Portage Avenue at Belvidere Street, on Monday, November 3 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Fr. Raymond Lowing of Calgary officiating. Dad, If angels can wear tool belts, youll be easy to find up there! XOXOXOXO WOJCIKS ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 01, 2003