It is with deep sadness, that we announce the passing of a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Robert Halvorsen.
Robert, the son of the late Rebekka Halvorsen, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, in St. Josephs Hospice, at the age of 85 after a very brief illness.
Robert was born Oct. 15, 1925 in
Upon graduation, Robert was drafted into the Royal Canadian Navy where he served with the HMCS Griffon. He was transferred to Cornwallis outside of
When he returned to
Robert married Claire Chester in 1947 at St. Andrews Rectory, and they just recently celebrated sixty three years of marriage on October 4 of this year.
Robert was a simple hardworking man who was completely devoted to his family. He enjoyed puttering in his backyard, working around his summer camp at
A cold beer was always something he could be seen enjoying after a hard days work or play.
Robert enjoyed 85 good years of health, happiness and independence, only spending six days in hospital his entire life. Despite his diagnosis, he was driving his famed Buick out to
Robert was pre-deceased by his mother, sister Helen (Turner-Gothard), sister in laws Audrey Spooner, Avril Parsons, brother in-laws Andy Spooner and Ernie Gothard.
He was also pre-deceased by his special shetland sheepdog, McGee.
Robert is survived by his loving wife Claire, his son, Robert Andrew (Charmaine), and his very special only grand-daughter Andrea. He was loved and will be missed by Tim Miller, Lisa Doff (Brad) and Laura Miller.
He is also survived by sister in law Betty Baccari, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place and funeral services for the late Robert Halvorsen will be held on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 at 11 a.m. in the Sargent and Son Funeral Chapel,
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to
Online condolences may be made at
www.sargentandson.com
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