Approximately 47 years ago, I was an electrical apprentice in Bob Nelson‘s class. I remember thinking back then he was a very good teacher and always approachable. About 43 years ago I started my own business took Bob’s masters license course again he was very helpful. Said he was always available to help understand the electrical code many times I called Bob for advice. He even came out to a job site a couple of times. he was really good at understanding the code and helping me come up with cost-effective ways to meet code. In a few days, I will be retiring and closing the business. My goal was to go visit Bob again and thank him for helping me all these years . I was very sorry to hear that he had passed away and I will not be able to do this. Harry Alblas.

So sorry for your loss, Marjorie.  My sister and I remember Bob and his sister from many, many years ago (1960'ish), when they attended Philpott Memorial Church!
Colleen Smith

My sincere condolences to the Nelson family.   A great loss
to all of you, and to all in the electrical industry.  A very moving service that captured the Bob that I remember all so well.

Richard Pinder

Condolences to Bob's family and friends. At CSA, Bob was a kind and gentle man, with an incredible passion for his work. Never was a conversation had without a smile. RIP

My sincere condolences to the Nelson family.  I worked with Bob at CSA – a true Gentlemen.  My thoughts and prayers are with the family, may he RIP.
Sincerely, 
Oreste Simonetta

Uncle Bob always told me that he was my favorite uncle. He was right!  He was Lawrence Olivier and Aunt Marjorie, Patty Duke.  Such a wonderful man, a true hero to me.  
All my love and God's blessings to you all,

Always such fun when you all would come to visit us in California.  Bob was a great brother-in-law, so much fun to be around, up for anything, cheerful and a dear person.

At CSA, Bob was a great promoter of electrical safety. He was both a friend and a mentor to me. He is fondly remembered by all those involved in CSA's Learning Centre. 
....David Shanahan

Bob lived and breathed electrical safety and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, in particular.  His knowledge of electrical code safety requirements was astounding.  He always willingly shared his expertise with colleagues and anyone interested.  Through the seminars and training sessions he conducted across Canada he imparted that knowledge to thousands of electrical tradespeople, making Canada that much safer as a result.
Having worked with Bob for many years and spent many hours of personal time with him, I will remember him most as "just a really nice guy to be with".  Kind, compassionate and always happy.  A pleasure to know!
God bless you, Bob.
May your soul rest in peace.

Sad to hear of Bob’s passing. He was tireless in his efforts to contribute to electrical safety through his many years of teaching and active participation and contribution to CSA codes and standards. Canadians are and will continue to be safer through his efforts. He will be greatly missed by his friends, students, colleagues and the electrical community.  My condolences to his wonderful family.

I worked with Bob for many years as he developed and delivered the educational programs on the CEC Pt 1.     He was a kind, thoughtful man, generous with his knowledge and expertise.
I felt like I knew his family, through the stories he told and the love he so clearly felt for all of them.
My deep condolences to his family and friends.  He was truly one of a kind.

I have had the pleasure of knowing Bob for many years and consider him a kind and dear friend. Looking back, I truly cherished all the time we spent working together on a variety of electrical projects. His expertise in the electrical code and his deep understanding of the electrical apprenticeship process were unmatched. Bob's knowledge, generosity, and friendship will be missed.

My thoughts and condolences are with his family during this difficult time.

I remember Bob from my earlier days at CSA. He was so passionate about the Canadian Electrical Code. Bob was always around the CSA office working on developing training programs. Everyone loved his enthusiasm and knowledge. My sincere condolences to Bob’s family during this difficult time. 🙏

Bob has been a friend on mine for over 30 years. His knowledge and kindness as a teacher is what inspired me to become a teacher.
He was my code teacher back in the 80"s and I ran into him one day in the Mohawk parking lot, and he asked me if I would be interested in some parttime teaching. He spent many hours preparing me to teach that first course. He has been my dear friend and mentor ever since.
We would get together at Tim's for a coffee and spend hours talking about code rules. It may sound boring to others but it was some of the best times. My wife would always say how happy I was when I retuned home after one of our meetings. As a technical advisor at our provincial curriculum meeting his help was invaluable.
I remember saying at these meeting " if Bob doesn't know it that is because you don't need to know it"
My dear friend rest in peace.

Bob was a wonderful person to chat with and always the go to guy when we had issues with the Canadian Electrical code.   Bob's knowledge was incredible as he was familiar with each and every subject presented and was always there to support those who were just learning the ropes and eagerly following his lead.  It truly was such a pleasure to know Bob and work with him at CSA.
A remarkable man for sure.  Bob has left behind a safer Canada because of his tireless work on our code.  I will miss him!

My condolences to his family

Dear Marjorie
I was so sorry to learn from Brian Gerrard yesterday of the passing of Bob.  He was so courageous and lived his life fully in spite of his challenges.  You and your family will miss him so much.  Just to let you know that Bill died on Sept. 3.  I will try to attend the memorial service on Friday.  
With love,
Kate

Over the past decade, Bob became a friend and mentor to me.  His passion for what we do, and his contributions to the electrical industry have left an indelible mark.  My sincerest condolences to Bob's family during this time of grief.

My condolences to Bob's family.
Marjorie and family, may you find love and support from those around you. With my deepest sympathy going out to you during this difficult time.

I had the pleasure working with Bob over the years. Who not only brought knowledge but laughter every time we met. I will deeply miss Bob.
You are not gone Bob, you will always be in my heart.
Rest well my friend until we meet again.

William Chilton

Whether developing curriculum for apprentice training or tools for those wanting to challenge the electrical trade exam, Bob was passionate about helping others understand and apply the Canadian Electrical Code.  
Bob was coordinator for the electrical apprenticeship program at Mohawk College for over 22 years and then joined the Canadian Standards Association as Senior Electrical Consultant.  I was privileged to work with Bob at CSA and we spent many hours discussing Code related issues and changes that would appear in each new edition. We also spent many coffee breaks talking about family.
Bob was a fixture at the electrical code meetings and helped coordinate the work of the committee.  Following his work at CSA, Bob continued his committee work as representative of the National Electrical Trade Council.
My sincere condolences to Bob's family.

Bob was very passionate about electrical safety in Canada and 
about development of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I  - over many years.
Bob's name is legendary among the industry stakeholders, and he was loved and admired by his many friends and peers on the CSA technical committee for the CE Code.
His seminars, conducted across the country on the code related subjects over the years, have been a resounding success, and Bob will be missed by his peers and friends.
I spent many years  of friendship with Bob during his CSA committee work, and I will miss his knowlege, passion, professionalism and integrity.
My condolences are to Bob's family.

Ark.

Bob was a real gentleman and a true friend.  
He helped us more than once when electrical problems occurred at our home.  He brought a cake to the school with my name on it when I retired.  The last memory I have of him is a happy one - Marj, Bob and I sitting at my table enjoying a coffee while Rob looked after the electric stuff.  Thank you Bob.

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Robert "Bob" Nelson

22 March, 1946 – 21 November, 2024

Markey-Dermody Funeral Home

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