ROBERT (BOB) ALLAN LYLE

Condolences & Memories (67 entries)

• I only learned of Bob's passing this year while reading the In Memoriam section of the Free Press as I have been retired for several years. Bob would come into our unit daily and always had a bright and cheery disposition that was infectious. He had a gift of remembering all of our names and sharing a pleasant word with all with whom he came into contact. I wanted to share with his wife, children, family and friends that he will be missed by everyone whose lives he touched. God Bless. - Posted by: Leonard Offrowich (Retired co-worker) on: Mar 02, 2015

• I met Bob when I was on assignment to work in his unit. Bob was a very kind person who always had your back. He was a total pleasure to work with. My time working with him was shot, but his memory and kindness will live with me forever. God Bless his wife and children taht thry may process this journey in their lives and find a new normal with Bob in their hearts. - Posted by: Deb Ganney (previous co-worker) on: Sep 19, 2014

• Barb, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing My condolences to you, Samantha and Alex Joanne Haldane - Posted by: Joanne Haldane (Friend/curling teammate) on: Apr 24, 2014

• Dear Rick and family so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother .Sending our thoughts and prayers.Carol Paci -Belford - Posted by: Carol Paci (Friend Of RickLyle) on: Mar 16, 2014

• Every spring ( approx May ) I would call Bob to come over and till my garden. He was very kind and always did an exceptional job. He would always tell me "I hope every garden is as easy to rototill as yours is" May God bless you Bob. I will miss you coming over here this spring. My sincere condolences to the family. Stan Wolitski - Posted by: Stan Wolitski (Acquaintance) on: Mar 08, 2014

• Bob was always willing to help out when you asked him. Also had the biggest smile. The world and especially his family has lost a special one - Posted by: Janice Lavallee (Retired co-worker) on: Mar 08, 2014

• Barb and family, Our prayers are with you all. Sorry we could not make it to the funeral. Bob will be truly missed, especially his caring and smile. - Posted by: Emile & Laurette Sabourin (Friend of Family) on: Mar 06, 2014

• Words cannot express how we feel at this time. Just know we are thinking of you, Sam, Alex, and the Lyle and Maxwell families. As his Mom and I are like sisters we think of you guys as our own family. You will all miss his hugs just as we do my Dad's. Take care. HUGS - Posted by: Tony and Heather Safronetz (Barb's cousin) on: Mar 06, 2014

• Our sincere sympathy to Barb, Alex and Samantha. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Laraine Mitchell and Family () on: Mar 06, 2014

• We were so shocked to hear of Bob's passing. It is certainly a tremendous loss to you, his family and all who knew and loved him. Our hearts go out to you all. - Posted by: Gerry and Lisa Dyck (Friends) on: Mar 05, 2014

• Our sincere condolences to Barb and family. We will remember the good times we had sharing a few laughs on the neighbour's deck and curling at the Pembina. Always a smiling face. Always taking the time to say hello. A good man who will be remembered for good things. RIP Bob. - Posted by: Anthony Kauenhowen and Alice Driedger (Friends) on: Mar 05, 2014

• My sincere condolences to Bob's family at this sad time. Will miss his cheerful "Good Mornings" so much. He had a heart of gold and was alway willing to help. Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Cathy (friend/co-worker) on: Mar 05, 2014

• My love, heart and thoughts are with Barbara, Samantha and Alex, and Bob's family. I had the opportunity to meet Bob on a few occasions and I thought he was a very nice, friendly man. Remember the smiling, the laughing, the talking, the sharing, the caring, and the loving. Judi xoxo - Posted by: Judith Gaminek (Former long-time work colleague of Barbara) on: Mar 05, 2014

• My condolences to Barb, Sam, Alex, the Lyle and Maxwell families. Bob truly was one of a kind and touched the hearts of so many people. He always put a smile on my face. Will miss you my friend. God bless you. - Posted by: Sharon Manaigre (Friend/Co-workier) on: Mar 05, 2014

• Our deepest and most sincere condolences Barb, Samantha & Alex and to all the Lyle and Maxwell families. Bob will always be treasured as a true friend and known for his happy go lucky nature. He was always willing to lend a hand. Bob made sure he kept in touch with all his friends over the years. There have been countless laughs, good times and memories to cherish during the 35 years of knowing Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Joel & Liz and the Will family (Friend) on: Mar 05, 2014

• My heartfelt condolences Barb, Samantha, Alex and the rest of the family. Bob is a very dear friend to me. We started together when Canada Border Services started 10 years ago. We are one of the pioneer employees of this department. Bob speaks fondly of your family and takes pride in his children, Samantha and Alex. Barb, you and his children are the source of his happiness and inspiration. We always compare notes about our children as I have a daughter and a son too. Bob is a man of big heart. He never takes anybody for granted. He is always there when we need him. He delights in his work and perfoms his duties to the most of his abilities. As with your family, we are filled with grief and sadness with his sudden death. But I pray that you will find comfort and strength from the outpouring of prayers and love and with the thoughts that Bob is now in a better place with the Lord. - Posted by: Oliva Padpad (co-worker) on: Mar 05, 2014

• Barb, my sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss. I know your hearts have all been broken and will take a long time to begin to heal. I am thinking of you at this most difficult time. - Posted by: Janice Brickey (Work friend of Barb's ) on: Mar 05, 2014

• Larry, Doreen and family Saddened to hear about the death of your son Robert. Our prayers and thoughts are with at this difficult time. Rene and Mary - Posted by: Rene and Mary Lussier (Friends) on: Mar 04, 2014

• I worked with Bob for the past 15+ years in two separate offices. He was well respected for his strong work ethics and integrity. He was always willing to help, was dependable, very friendly and a great colleague. For the last few years he was the first person I saw when I came into work in the morning and I will always remember his cheery "good morning" greeting. My deepest sympathies to his family. - Posted by: Val McPhee (colleague (retired)) on: Mar 04, 2014

• We will always have great memories of what seems to be such a short time, such a long time ago that we were neighbors with the Lyles. We knew instantly that Barb and Bob were special people nothing will ever change that. Bob always put a smile on your face even in the most trying times; we will be ever grateful and this is how we will choose to remember Bob. He may not be with us in body but he will always be in our hearts as all good people should be. Rest in Peace Bob always know you meant so much to so many. - Posted by: Debbie & Brian Barron (Friends) on: Mar 04, 2014

• If I ever needed a hand with something, I knew I could always count on Bob. He was professional, reliable and a great colleague to work with. - Posted by: Rebecca (Colleague) on: Mar 04, 2014

• My deepest sympathy to Bob's family. Bob was such a wonderful and kind person and I had the pleasure of working with him. Bob always had a smile on his face and could always be counted on. His presence will certainly be missed, but he will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Darlene (Co-worker & Friend) on: Mar 04, 2014

• Barb, we send our condolences to you and your family on your loss. We are in shock at Bob's sudden passing and send big hugs to you, Sam and Alex at this time. Candace and Lorne - Posted by: Candace Stanley (Friend and co-worker) on: Mar 04, 2014

• Larry, Doreen and family We were sorry to hear of Bob's sudden passing. Expressing sympathy is always difficult but all we can say is how sorry we are. May all your memories be a source of comfort for you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Larry, Marcy & Jayme Lyle (Dryden) (Extended Family) on: Mar 04, 2014

• To Larry & Doreen and the entire Lyle family, my deepest sympathy goes out to you all. My heart aches for you and please know that you are in my thoughts at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Deane Reichert & familyG (Cousin to Larry) on: Mar 04, 2014

• My deepest condolences to Bob's family. It was a pleasure working with Bob. He was always so friendly and put a smile on my face each day. You will truly be missed my friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to Bob's family. - Posted by: Liz Pasieczka (retired colleague) on: Mar 04, 2014

• Barb, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's passing. My condolences to you, Sam and Alex, at this difficult time. - Posted by: Terry Tremorin (Friend/Co-worker of Barb) on: Mar 04, 2014

• Condolences to Larry,Doreen and all family. So tough to lose someone...losing someone early in life is harder yet. Thinking of you. Take care. - Posted by: Toni Turner (knew parents Larry and Doreen ) on: Mar 04, 2014

• Thinking of you all, both Lyle and Maxwell families, - Posted by: Roy and Pat Goossen (friends) on: Mar 04, 2014

• My thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family at this difficult time. He was a kind and hard-working gentleman who will be missed by so many. - Posted by: Judy Rikkelman (Former Co-worker) on: Mar 03, 2014

• My deepest condolences to Bob's family. He was a gentle soul who was respected and loved by all. Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart. For as long there is a memory, they’ll live on in our hearts. May the concern and sympathy of those who care help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Connie Michael (Co-worker and friend) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Dear Barb, Samantha & Alex, we are going to miss Bob. We thought of him as a son & we loved him dearly. He had the greatest smile, always interested in how you were & what you were up to. We will miss him at the family gatherings, they just won't be the same. We can only imagine how hard it will be. He loved you very much & was very proud of you. Rest in peace Bob & keep those bonfires going till we meet again. Uncle Brian & Auntie Fern - Posted by: Brian & Fern Swift (Uncle & Aunt) on: Mar 03, 2014

• My sincere condolences to all of Bob's family. I used to go to school with Bob and he was always such a genuinely kind person who had a smile for everyone. May you find some peace in this difficult time knowing that people are sending their love and prayers your way. - Posted by: Lynda Brown ( Lamirande ) (school friend) on: Mar 03, 2014

• To the Lyle family, In the last years of my career with CBSA if there was anyone that you could rely on to get something to wherever it needed to be you could count on Bob. He was a great person to have some good conversation with when you needed a break from monotony. So sorry to hear of his passing and know that CBSA has lost a good one. - Posted by: Carole Bouchard-Langlois (Retired co-worker) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Our sincere sympathy Barb, to you and your children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. - Posted by: Janice & Barry paddock (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2014

• We are so saddened to hear the sad news about Bobby. Our prayers, thoughts and hearts go out to the whole family. A great loss of such a wonderful person! Hugs to you all! - Posted by: Cornelia & Family (Friends of the Family) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Our hearts and prayers go out to the whole family. Such a loss. Hugs to you all! - Posted by: Cornelia & Family (Friend of the family) on: Mar 03, 2014

• My deepset condolences on the loss of your husband. Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you and the children during this difficult time. Big hugs Barb. - Posted by: Deanne Luna (co-worker of Barb) on: Mar 03, 2014

• So sorry to the Lyle family for your loss. My deepest condolences to all and thinking of you all. - Posted by: Dana Allan () on: Mar 03, 2014

• Barb, my sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Gail Beaudin (Friend of Barb) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Barb, I was very saddened to hear of Bob's sudden passing. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Through time, the healing process will begin and that wonderful memories will come shining through. Liz Horne - Posted by: Liz Horne (Friend/Co-Worker of Barb) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Dear Barb, I am so sorry for your loss and for that of Alex and Samantha. It is so very difficult to process something so unexpected. He was way too young. I hear that Alex coped incredibly well with a difficult situation, well done. All the best to you, your children and your family. Sibyl Cornelsen - Posted by: Sibyl Cornelsen (Co-worker of Barb) on: Mar 03, 2014

• I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you and your family. - Posted by: Taryn Foreman (friend and co-worker of Barb) on: Mar 03, 2014

• We are sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Roland and Suzanne Labossiere (Cousins) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Dear Larry and Doreen, We are very sad to hear of Bob's passing. We remember him as always helpful, a truly decent person. Our hearts ache for you. - Posted by: Arnold and Pat Saper (Cottage Neighbors) on: Mar 03, 2014

• My sincere condolences to Bob's family. May you find strength in your memories of Bob. I will truly miss Bob's smiling face. He was so kind and a pleasure to work with. He always had something nice to say to brighten my day. - Posted by: Dawn Sherby (Co-worker and friend) on: Mar 03, 2014

• I was completly taken aback at the sad news of Bob's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Bob through my job at CBSA. Every time I saw Bob he was a complete Gentleman, and always had time for all of the staff. Bob was respectful of everyone he encountered and always seemed to have a smile when I met him. He was a great human being and an equally super employee. Bob also lived in my area, and we would meet each other the odd time in stores. I will miss your smile. My deepest sympathies to the Family. Tony Mazzaq - Posted by: Antonio Mazza (Co-worker) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Gone way t oo soon. I saw Bob almost every day, but never really knew him well, as we were both busy, and our jobs seldom intersected. However, I do miss the cheery `Mornin` Paul!!` that I always got from him without fail on his arrival at our office. As he left each morning, we all heard `Have a great day everybody!`. Bob`s work was appreciated, as was the fact that he was a genuinely NICE man. He will be missed, and my and my family`s thoughts and prayers go out to Bob`s family, that they find the strength to get through this together. Rest in Peace, Bob. - Posted by: Paul Van Horne (Colleague at CBSA) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Barb, Sam and Alex, Our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of someone so special to you. Gery and Annette Chammartin and Family - Posted by: Annette Chammartin (Friend of Barb) on: Mar 03, 2014

• My deepest sympathy to all of Bob's family. The world lost a truly wonderful guy. Bob had the biggest heart and I will miss him. Rest in peace Bob... you will never be forgotten! - Posted by: Trish (Friend and co-worker) on: Mar 03, 2014

• Deepest condolences to your family. I worked with Bob the last ten years still CBSA. Always had a smile and made time for a few minutes chat. Always willing to go an extra mile to help. We will miss him. - Posted by: Gale Ruchkall (Coworker/friend) on: Mar 02, 2014

• Our families' condolences to Barb, Sam and Alex in this very difficult time. My dad, Kelly (George,) worked with Bob for many years at Coldstream and considered him a great guy and friend. There was always a smile on my dad's face when he talked about his days working with Bob and their mutual can collection. Bob never hesitated to offer a helping hand. You will be missed by all who knew you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Nicole Laliberte and family; Kelly and Joyce Laliberte (Family friends) on: Mar 02, 2014

• Bob was my grandson. He was a kind, gentle man who loved his family and doted on them. Shy, yet friendly. You could count on a smile from Bob anytime you met him. I never heard him say anything negative about anyone. He was always willing to help people. He was humble though and did not seek glory. He wanted to please people from as far back as I remember. I will miss his smile and good nature as will many people. Two of my children worked with Bob and apparently he was the same at work. Soft spoken, joking and kind. He has gone way too soon. - Posted by: Anita and Ron Perron (Aunt and uncle) on: Mar 02, 2014

• Barb and family, we are so sorry for your loss... our heartfelt hugs go out to you today, tomorrow and always.... you are in our thoughts and prayers - Posted by: Robaks (friends) on: Mar 02, 2014

• Our sincere sympathy, Barb, to you and your children, and to the Lyle & Maxwell families for your very sad loss. - Posted by: Mark & Connie Goossen () on: Mar 02, 2014

• Too many years have gone by my friend!! I can empathize... not sure if is spelled right.. don't think I got enough wacks from Mrs Rae LOL... Barb, you and your children are so very much in my thoughts and prayers!! Definitely one of the hardest things that you have to deal with in this life!! So sorry! And the person that said "LIFE IS NOT FAIR!!" deserves a freaking medal! Thinking of you lot my dear - Posted by: Cindy shield (Friend of Barb and Bob!!) on: Mar 02, 2014

• Larry, Doreen, Joanne and the entire Lyle family.... My deepest condolences to you all at this time of tragic loss. Difficult to express how badly I feel for you all. Jan - Posted by: Janice Carleton (Friend) on: Mar 01, 2014

• Barb, we are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Life is so precious, we should treasure every moment. Oceans of Love, Karen and Dave - Posted by: Karen Glennie and Dave Semenchuk (Friends) on: Mar 01, 2014

• Barb, Samantha & Alex, all family members and friends, my deepest condolences to all! May you find some comfort and strength through your wonderful memories! Keeping you in my loving thoughts and prayers! Love you Barb! Know that many people are sending their love to all of you during this time!! Call upon me my friend! Xoxox - Posted by: Sylvia (Friend) on: Mar 01, 2014

• So sad to hear of Bob's untimely passing. I have great childhood memories of the Lyle - Wilson family gatherings. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. - Posted by: Anne Wilson (Family friend) on: Mar 01, 2014

• I was very saddened to learn of Bob's untimely passing. I had the pleasure of dealing with Bob on many occasions, as I spent the last few years of my 34 years in the Public Service in Winnipeg. I have witnessed Bob deliver excellent service no matter what the weather and do it with a smile, dedication and professionalism. Bob always made time to be friendly and we often had conversations about many a topic. He continually personified what it was to be a Federal Public servant and he will be missed ! Rest in Peace my friend - Posted by: Mike Molotkin (Former colleague at CBSA) on: Mar 01, 2014

• Barb, I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's sudden passing. My sincere sympathy to you, Samantha and Alex. Bernice - Posted by: Bernice Bender (Friend) on: Mar 01, 2014

• So very sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. Our thoughts & prayers are with all the family. God be with you at this time of sorrow. Jeanette, Norma, Evelyn & families in Dryden - Posted by: Evelyn Shepherd, Dryden, On. () on: Mar 01, 2014

• RIP Bob, we go back to Scouts at Manahan Hall before we eventually ended up in the same school together when they closed PC down and you went to Ralph Maybank. We have known each other for about 40 years and used to spend a lot of that time together. We had a lot of good times together, especially in our younger years. I am going to really miss you Bob. You were always a phone call away and Always ready to lend a hand. My deepest sympathy to Barb, Samantha, Alex and the whole Lyle family. - Posted by: Dale (Friend) on: Mar 01, 2014

• Our deepest sympathy Barb, Samantha, Alex and to all the Lyle's and Maxwell family. We have so many wonderful memories of Bob which we will treasure forever!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. We love you all and are here for whatever you may need. Love you Bob, you will be in our hearts forever!!! With all our love always, love forever Brittney, Jenna, Jonathan, Blair and Nancy - Posted by: Blair, Nancy, Brittney, Jenna Holden and Jonathan Comeau (Family friends) on: Mar 01, 2014

• My sincere condolences to all of Bob's family in this sad time. I have known Bob Lyle for 30+ years. He will be missed by many from the Fort Garry days. - Posted by: John Buchanan (Friend of family) on: Mar 01, 2014

• Dear Barb, we sincerely wish you, your children and your entire family strength in the difficult days ahead. Ron and Jo-Anne McRae - Posted by: Ron And Jo Anne McRae () on: Mar 01, 2014