Passed away after a long illness on May 20, 2013 at the Grand River Hospital, in his 88th year.
Beloved father of Carol Szwajkowski (Stan) and cherished grandfather of Bobby, Michael, and Laura. He is also survived by his sister Beverly Cudney (Danial), sister-in-law Edith and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his wife Joan (2001) and his brother Fred. Bob served on the Cambridge Fire Department for more than 25 years and he retired as Captain and was a WWII Veteran of the Canadian Army, S.S. Scottish Regiment and he raised Standard Bred Horses for racing and bred “Derby Time” his stallion. Bob’s family wish to thank the nurses on the 2nd and 4th floors of the Freeport Hospital and the Grand River Hospital for their wonderful care. In accordance with his wishes, private family services and burial have taken place. If desired, donations in his honour to the Freeport Hospital Rehabilitation Department in his memory would be appreciated by his family. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Little Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, (519) 623-1290.