Irvine, Bob passed away in Port Alberni, BC on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at the age of 61.
Predeceased by his parents; brother John and sister Elaine, Bob is survived by his 2 children and 4 grandchildren as well as extended family.
Born in the Okanagon, Bob's family moved to Coombs, BC when he was a young boy. He left in his early teens to strike out on his own and moved to Port Alberni. From there he moved to the lower mainland, and then to Nanaimo where he spent most of his life. He returned to Port Alberni around 5 years ago. A heavy duty mechanic/welder by trade Bob could fix or repair almost anything he set his mind to. He also embraced adrenaline activities - mainly skydiving and bungy jumping. In his younger years he enjoyed freshwater/river fishing.
No service or gathering will be held due to COVID.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 3088 3rd Ave, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 2A5 or the West Coast General Hospital Foundation, 3949 Port Alberni Hwy, Port Alberni, BC., V9Y 4S1