It is with great sadness the family of Robert Joseph Ermacora announces his passing on February 7, 2020 at the age of 79. He is survived by his loving wife, Debra. his children Robert Ermacora (Michelle), MacDermid Ermacora and Autumn Timmerman, his grandchildren Gates, Rinamae, Bradley, Christina and Owen, his sister Gale Smyth (Keith) and his brother Bill Colvin (Carell). He will also be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Known by family and friends as Robin he was born in Trail on May 29, 1940 to Galdino and Helen (Derbyshire) Ermacora. As a young child he lived with his grandparents Giuseppe and Augusta Errmacora and spent many happy hours playing in the Gulch with his cousins and his beloved aunties Miriam (Kyrski) and Louise (Ganzert). Robin then moved to Glenmerry with his parents Galdino and Winnifred (affectionately known as Goldie and Winnie) and his little sister Gale. Robin loved the game of hockey and played goal for both the Trail Juniors and the Rossland Warriors.
Robin joined the RCMP in 1961 and was stationed in Ontario where he raised his family and had a successful career in numerous plainclothes positions retiring as a sergeant in 1993.
Upon his retirement Robin moved back to British Columbia where he was a city councillor in Lake Country, had a private investigation firm and eventually returned to the RCMP as a civilian employee. When he moved to Langley he connected with his half brother Bill who proved to be a kindred spirit.
Robin’s greatest joy was his family and friends maintaining a close relationship to the families of his wife, his sister and brother. He was a warm and loving man who will be missed by all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday May 30 at 1 pm at the Langley Golf and Banquet Centre, 21550 44 Avenue, Langley. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the BC Cancer Agency or a charity of your choice.
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