Robert Blair Kimball

October 1, 1950 - August 3, 2025

It's with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bob, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many.

He lost the battle to cancer, peacefully at the Peterborough hospital with his family at his side.

Born in Calgary to Vince and Verna Kimball alongside his brother Bill, the smallest twins on record at the time. Miraculously survived because, many women from the community swarmed to their aid, and nurtured them with milk and love.

Raised in Radville, Saskatchewan, and at the age of 16 the family moved to Abbotsford, BC.

Bob leaves behind his loving wife Ruby of 40 years, daughter Julie, brother Barry (Jan), twin sisters Patti (Ric) and Pam (Brent), numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Twin brother Bill passed in 2014.

The family just received even more sad news. Bob's brother Barry (Bear) passed away Thursday, August 6th, 2025, at the St. Albert hospital, with his family by his side. Barry was distraught about Bob's passing, and now they are together in spirit.

In his 74 years Bob was known to have many skills. As a child he was a choir boy, then became an exceptional athlete excelling in track & field, a skip for the curling team, a swimming instructor, and a formidable pool player. He helped at his father’s pharmacy and ambulance business. He worked at a funeral home, and developed a strong affinity in sales, and could sell ice to an Eskimo.

He loved cooking and hosting dinner parties with Ruby that were unforgettable. Bob meticulously cared for his lawn, and his pool was crystal clear. A long-time member of the Ajax Legion. He loved traveling, golfing, movies, TV shows like Andy Griffith and Seinfeld to name a few, he especially loved music, and singing. His voice was silky, smooth, and sang King of the Road, just like Roger Miller, it made our hearts stop. Steve McNee (closest dear friend) and his daughter Cassidy graced us with a special gift, and recorded Bob singing In The Ghetto a few weeks ago. Bob was the best company to enjoy a few drinks, and have cheers with a Canadian can of beer, but his favorite drink was Rosa's rum punch at Mojitos in Cabarete. If you ever had the pleasure of being his guest, every dinner was topped off with his famous Killer Kimball coffee.

His soft spot was Bogart and Kudos, spoiling his dogs with steak dinners.

Bob and Ruby retired well, wintering in Cabarete in the Dominican Republic, and summered in Bellmere Winds Golf Resort on Rice Lake.

Bobby touched many hearts, fed many minds and tummies. Always good for laughs and thoughtful conversations.

A special mention to the caring souls that helped Bob through his struggles. Lakeridge oxygen, physio, home care PSWs and nurses, the ER and Palliative care unit at Peterborough hospital. Especially Ruby who never left his side, and navigated his failing health with insurmountable care, for the past 5 months since his stage 4 diagnosis.

As per Bob's wishes he is to be cremated and later will be laid to rest at the Bellville cemetery.

Celebration of Life to be held on

Saturday, September 27, 2025 6pm

at Ajax Legion.