Tribute Wall
Friday
6
October
Visitation
3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday, October 6, 2023
Castle Fallsview Funeral Home
309 Lancaster Avenue
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Saturday
7
October
Memorial Service
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Saturday, October 7, 2023
Castle Fallsview Chapel
309 Lancaster Ave
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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Mark Richards posted a condolence
Sunday, October 15, 2023
Deanna, Sara and family, I was so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Bob was a great friend and teacher! I remember so many adventures white water paddling, travelling and in particular kayaking in the Bay of Fundy on a snowy New Year’s Day! Our worlds are diminished without his smile and laughter!
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Dave Safford posted a condolence
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Very sad to hear of Bob's passing - our thoughts are with your family - we were late in finding out - wished we had the opportunity to have come by during visitation to pay our respects - Bob gave me (Dave) some my greatest adventures & memories of my life - many trips to discover new water / waves & rapids - as Bob always said to me - "Oh' what a country"
Dave & Tara Safford
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Jill posted a condolence
Monday, October 9, 2023
Deanna and family. I wish to express my sincere condolences. He will never be forgotten and lives in your hearts and memories. Hugs. Jill
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Paula Richard posted a condolence
Saturday, October 7, 2023
Sara, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My deepest condolences to Deanna and the rest of your family. HUGS
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Laura and Trevor Snow posted a condolence
Saturday, October 7, 2023
We are so sorry we can't be there to say goodbye with all of you today. I have so many memories of Uncle Bob but my most memorable are camping and white water rafting with him in Maine, when he taught me to kayak and working with him at Eastern Outdoors. He was always smiling and happy when he saw me. He would always say loudly "LAURA, what's going on?". I will miss him. ❤️
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Mark Sullivan posted a condolence
Saturday, October 7, 2023
My condolences to Bob’s family. He was a friend to a lot of kayakers in Newfoundland and will be missed.
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Charlene Thompson posted a condolence
Saturday, October 7, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss You are in my thoughts.
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Daniel Guay posted a condolence
Saturday, October 7, 2023
My condolences to you Deanna, and the rest of your family.
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Tom CHRISTIE posted a condolence
Friday, October 6, 2023
Deanna,
I was very saddened to hear of Bob's passing. I extend to you my deepest sympathies
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Billy Crain posted a condolence
Friday, October 6, 2023
Condolences to Bob’s family. I worked with him at the farm in Bath for the last few years. We had a lot of fun and a lot of laughs, such a great guy. He will be missed ❤️
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Brian Muckart posted a condolence
Thursday, October 5, 2023
All the best Bob, we had many a sailing trip together, as well as work, so someday we will sail again together...cheers...xxx
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Thomas Ryan uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Condolences to the family.Sorry to have read this sad news.
I purchased this beauty from Robert this summer.
Rest in peace
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Sherry Mabey posted a condolence
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Deanna, Sara and Owen, I am so sorry to read this. I have such fun memories of Bob from work and always enjoyed bumping into him and chatting about kayaks. He will be missed!
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Ben MacInnis posted a condolence
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Condolences to Deanna, Sara, and Owen. Bob was a generous and supportive boss - taught me a lot over those years I worked there and we shared a lot of laughs - often about each other. I can still hear his laugh as he shook his head looking at how I tied a rope on the kayak trailer or something like that. He will be missed.
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Angie Kippers posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Deanna, Sara and Owen, Matt, Michael, Scott, Greg, Bruce and other Renton/Vlug family members ... so sorry for your loss. Bob was always kind and thoughtful, passionate about his work in photography and the outdoors. I featured his trips to NL in a Telegraph-Journal article (beautiful images ... you could imagine being there!) A favourite memory is kayaking on a snowy day in Dipper in celebration of Christmas. What a beautiful day and a great memory! Thank you. He'll be greatly missed.
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Dawn Rae and Ian Taylor posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Deanna, so sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to you and your family.
Ian and Dawn
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Paul Merritt posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Owen and Family so sorry to learn of your loss.
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Linda Edison posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Owen, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Condolences to you and your Family.
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Heather Fox posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Owen, my deepest condolences on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heather Fox
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Ramona Gosselin posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
I am deeply saddened by the news of Uncle Robert. My thoughts and prayers go out to Aunt Deanna, Owen, Sarah and family. Thinking of you in this difficult time. I will always remember Uncle Roberts grin and laugh !!!!
Rob, Ramona, Hunter and Hope
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Bernard Cormier posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Dear Owen & Family,
I was saddened to learn of your father’s passing and extend my heartfelt sympathies and condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones as you reflect on your Dad’s life and many contributions.
Most sincerely,
Bernie
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Steve Harding posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Byron, Sara at this time. It is never easy loosing a parent.
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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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My deepest condolences to Deanna, Sara and Owen.
I was heart broken to hear of Bob's passing.
Bob was an incredibly special person to me and so many others. He took me under his wing and truly made me feel a part of his family during my time with Eastern Outdoors.
If I were to try and describe Bob in one word it would be, EPIC! He was a friend, an adventurer, a jokester, a mentor, an endless spout of knowledge, someone you could count on.
Bob, you will be missed. This world lost a great one.
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Jeff Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Hello Deanna, Sara and Owen. I am so sorry to hear about Bob. You all hold an important part of my younger years but Bob especially. He was a big brother, boss, crazy Uncle and friend to me as a young man. I learned so much from him and had a hell of a lot of fun with him. Countless road trips, trade shows and tours. Best boat captian and worst snoring bunk mate a guy could ask for. He is one of a kind and I will never forget him. I wish you all the best and send positive thoughts to you all at this difficult time.
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Tony Correia posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Mrs. Vlug, Sara (Byron) & Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences regarding the passing of your beloved Robert and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose; all that we deeply love becomes a part of us.” Helen Keller
Take good care of each other and keep the Faith.
Most Sincerely,
-Tony Correia
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Thomas Roberts posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
My deepest sympathies to you Sara. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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Joan Babineau posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Sara and Byron. so sorry for your family's loss.
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Charlene Parlee posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
So sorry to hear of your loss- Our thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.
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Jean Hamel posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
So sorry to hear of your loss, our thought and prayers are with you and your family.
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Wendy Bowden posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family. He will always be a fondly remembered uncle to my kids - his niece Amy, and nephews Michael, Matthew, Scott and Brian.
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Brandie Allen posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father Owen. I know how much he meant you. Time will heal.
Hugs
Brandie
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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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