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ROBERT BENNY JOHNSON
Born: Jan 31, 1937
Date of Passing: Jul 12, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROBERT BENNY JOHNSON It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert, loving husband, father, grandfather, on July 12, 2013 with his family by his side. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Connie; children Douglas (Heather), Holly (Harold), Ronald (Janet), Brian (Cheri) and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also brothers Ernest (Gloria), Arnold (Marilyn), Thomas (Judy); sister Janice (Robert) and sister-in-law Laurel. Robert was predeceased by his parents Benedikt and Anna; brothers Edwin, Arthur and Harvey. Bobbie was born in Howardville, Manitoba on January 31, 1937. Bobbie loved hunting, fishing, camping, prospecting and of course spending time with his family. He worked construction all of his life and also owned his own company. Bobbie spent the last 20 years of his life fighting ALS. He fought a long hard battle that ended by taking a kind and loving man. Connie was his rock throughout his struggle and he will be greatly missed by everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to his homecare nurses and the staff at the Riverview Health Centre for the excellent care he received. A celebration of Robert's life will be held on Thursday, August 1 at 2:00 p.m., in the Riverton Community Hall. Private interment will be held at the Riverton Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Donations can be made to the Riverview Health Center or the Riverton Memorial Rink. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 27, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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To Connie and the family our deepest sympathies and condolences. May you and the family be comforted in knowing that he is now in a better place. God Bless and keep you and give you strength. Wish we could be there to be a part of the farewell but know that we will certainly be thinking of you all. From the Jonasson Family in Northern Manitoba. - Posted by: Sessilja Jonasson () on: Jul 29, 2013
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Cherishing the brief visits - your strength as a family always admired. Bobbie will be missed by all... - Posted by: Gordon, Glenna & Ben Johnson (Nephew (and family)) on: Jul 28, 2013
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You fought a good fight Grandpa. We love you and miss you! <3 <3 May you be at leave now. - Posted by: Kahleigh Olafson (Grand Daughter ) on: Jul 27, 2013
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Sending our condolences to all the Johnson family. Bobby was a super nice man. He suffered so much. Thinking of you all Merilyn and Neil Baldwinson - Posted by: Merilyn Baldwinson (Cousin) on: Jul 27, 2013
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I didn't know Bobbie for that many years but I did work in his house a few times. It was always a pleasure listening to his sense of humour as the day went on. My condolences to Connie and family. - Posted by: Jim Hanna () on: Jul 27, 2013