Born on April 28/25, in Victoria, B.C., he later moved with his parents, to Vancouver, where he completed his schooling and entered into the printing and lithography profession. He was in the Royal Canadian Air Force and later the Canadian Army and was a Veteran of WW2. After the war, Bob continued with the lithography trade and worked for four businesses, before taking on a new occupation as a Commissionaire for a few years prior to his retirement.
Bob met his wife Dorothy, after the war and they were married for 64 years. Together, they raised their family in North Vancouver, Calgary and Victoria. With the family, he enjoyed travelling, swimming, skiing, and camping. Bob volunteered with the children’s activities, organizations and community events. Bob was also very active well into his senior years, and enjoyed great conversations, stories and jokes with friends and family.
Bob is predeceased by his wife, Dorothy Wille (2013), and his parents, Elsie and Roy Wille. Bob is survived by his children, Doug (Karie), Diane and Rob; five grandchildren, Ryan (Janea), Andrew (Sarah), Kate (Kevin), Gordon and Jeffrey; four step-grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews.
Bob moved from Victoria to Chilliwack in 2016, and resided at the Cascades Manor. He made many friends at Cascades, and always appreciated the care and assistance. The family would like to thank the staff at Cascades Manor, and also Dr. Heather Leyen for the exceptional care and support that Bob received.
As Bob requested, there will be no service, but rather a family gathering at a later date.
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