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ROBIN MCWILLIAM WALKER
Born: Nov 28, 1953
Date of Passing: Jan 03, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROBIN MCWILLIAM WALKER November 28, 1953- January 3, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce Robin McWilliam Walker, 61, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2015 in the arms of his wife of 30 years, Dr. Lynne Shelton. Robin was born in Victoria, B.C. The 3rd of 4 sons to Col. Robert Walker of the Canadian Air Forces and Marion (nee Ives) of Yorkshire, England. Robin and his family moved often. They lived in Germany, Colorado, Goose Bay-Labrador, Manitoba and British Columbia. As the family moved across the country, Robin and his brothers each reached adulthood in different places, one son at a time staying behind as the family moved on across the country. Robin settled in Manitoba where he married and had two children, Roxanne (Sewell) and Philip. He taught at the Manitoba Developmental Centre in Portage La Prairie and obtained his Education Degree from the University of Winnipeg. Later on, he was self-employed as a substitute teacher, tutor, website designer and most recently, a landscape gardener. Robin shared his knowledge and passion for everything he undertook with the people he worked with. Robin was good-natured, well-read, resourceful and the voice of reason. He freely gave of himself to help many family and friends with everything from renovations to computer issues. He regularly welcomed all to his beloved home and garden to enjoy home-cooked food, engaging conversation and activities. Robin loved sports and the outdoors; especially basketball, golf, fishing and gardening. Throughout Robin and Lynne's marriage, they conceived of and created numerous projects together, each bringing to the team their unique skills and shared vision. One of their favorite projects involved creating a landscape at their home that represented his love for geography, nature and fond memories of their travels. Robin regularly returned to Victoria with his wife Lynne to visit and care for his parents. They always enjoyed the journey as much as the destination; stopping to fly fish, go for a hike, check out a vineyard or new restaurant and visit with friends. Although Robin did not "wear his heart on his sleeve", he loved Lynne, his children, pets, friends and family. He loved and worked hard at life to the very end. Robin's legacy of kindness, generosity, level-headedness and determination will live on and inspire us. Lynne would like to thank their devoted friends, family and special caregivers for all their support during this last 3 year journey. A special thank you to Drs. C. Winogrodzka, Paul Daeninck, Marina Adu-Quaye, Ms. Bunty Anderson of St. Boniface Hospital CancerCare and the Community Palliative Care Nurses. A celebration of Robin's life will take place at a later date. Information will be made available through Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to D'Arcy's ARC, St. James Street, Winnipeg.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2015
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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I hope this note will reach Robin's wife as much time has passed since Robin passed away. I bumped into the obituary by accident. I was a very good friend of Robin's in Goose Bay Labrador as our fathers were both in the air force. We played hockey together, went to school together, snowmobiling together and many other activities. Goose Bay did not have a lot of teenagers and occasionally we would go to the airport just to see who might be arriving. One day we were mistaken by some American travelers for locals--ie inuit--and we had great fun leading them along until eventually we told them Robin's father was the Base Commander and my father was an air traffic controller. While much time has gone by, I have often wondered what happened to Robin. I was very saddened to hear that he has passed away. My thoughts are with you as I clearly picture the two of us in the late 60's. - Posted by: David Betts (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2017
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Lynne, I am so sorry that Robin lost his battle, and hope you know that he was the luckiest person to have you caring for him. You went above and beyond and made his remaining time the very best, which is the greatest gift anyone could have given. My thoughts are with you, take care and be strong, a part of him will always be with you. - Posted by: Melanie Schierle (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2015
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Lynne, we were saddened to hear of Robin's passing. We have many fond memories of Robin when our children were small. Robin was a kind and generous person, one who you could always count on for help. We will not forget these gifts he has left for us and our family. Paul and Gina - Posted by: Paul Shelton and Gina Rempel (Brother-in-law) on: Jan 11, 2015
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Lynne, we share your feelings of loss. It is hard to imagine life without Robin. He conducted himself as a gentleman. He was a patient, respectful listener and always made me feel valued. I will miss all the interesting conversations I had with Robin. In the course of these conversations, I always learned something new in a way I could understand and appreciate. I will cherish these memories I have of Robin and will let them be a guide in my own life. Robin, love you and miss you!! Lisa - Posted by: Lisa Shelton (Sister-In-Law) on: Jan 11, 2015