Bob was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Bob will be greatly missed and survived by his 2 sons and 2 daughters; Jim (Shannon) Halischuk of Pike Lake, SK; Randy Halischuk of Vancouver, BC; Belinda (Fred) Halischuk of Calgary, AB; Cindy (Keith) Hobbs of Saskatoon, SK. Bob is also survived by his grandchildren, Nathan (Melissa) Halischuk and daughter Madilyn of Radisson, SK; Cameron (Amy) Halischuk of Radisson, SK; Emily Halischuk of Vancouver, BC; Julianne Hobbs of Saskatoon, SK; Nicole Hobbs of Saskatoon, SK. He is also survived by his in-laws, Irene, Bob, Frances and Lorne. Bob was predeceased by his loving wife of 47 years Caroline, parents Alex and Minnie and all his siblings, Pete, John, Fred, Steve, Anne and Mary.
Bob was the youngest of 7 children, born on their homestead west of Middle Lake, SK but grew up in Cudworth, SK. At a young age Bob ran the Cudworth pool hall and became quite the pool shark and his skills stuck with him for life. Following his mother's death in 1953, Bob enlisted into the army with the PPCLI where he would later be stationed in Germany. Bob was very proud of his years of service to Canada and enjoyed recounting his many adventures he experienced during this time and his travels across Europe. Once released from service, Bob relocated to Regina, SK where he would meet and marry his loving wife Caroline in 1959 and together they would begin their family. In 1966 the family moved to Saskatoon for his work.
Bob was a fixture in the Saskatoon sporting goods industry, specializing in firearm sales and repair, as the proud owner of Bob's Gun Shop Ltd. His expertise was constantly sought out and developed many lasting friendships. Bob was known to always have the coffee on, which drew in regulars who would visit daily. Together Bob and Caroline successfully operated the shop for over four decades, until his retirement in 2004. Following retirement, Bob would spend his days doing what he enjoyed most: keeping his lawn green and groomed, reading the newspaper, shopping, meeting the bus after school to greet his granddaughters. His granddaughters have many fond memories of looking at pictures and hearing his stories. He also enjoyed his many road trips to the acreage and cabin. Following Caroline's sudden passing in 2006, Bob was heartbroken but carried on for his remainder of his years. For as long as he could drive, he added visiting Caroline's grave to his daily routine.
Bob spent the last 34 days at Hospice of Glengarda. The care, compassion and support he and our family received was exceptional. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for his peaceful passing.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Hospice at Glengarda.
Dad, you will missed but we are at peace knowing you are with Mom and your Mother. We know you can hear all beautiful sounds again you so missed so much. We love you.
As per Bob's request there will be no funeral service. A private interment will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to David Schurr.
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