OBITUARY
Robert Abbink
March 13, 1952 – November 1, 2011
Arrangements under the direction of Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, Surrey, BC.
Services
- Memorial Service Monday, November 7, 2011
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Robert Abbink
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RECEIVE UPDATESOlga Abbink
March 13, 2018
Happy Birthday my precious Robbie,
I know you will be surrounded by angels and loved ones, on this your special day.
Miss you always and forever.
Your Olga
November 6, 2017
Always in my heart my Roberto xxx
Olga Abbink
November 1, 2017
My Robbie,
Another year...memories so clear and so precious as I treasure every detail.
You are amongst loved ones with the angels around you.
Miss you always and forever......
Your Olga
Olga Abbink
March 13, 2017
My precious Robbie,
I miss your smile, your bear hugs,
how you made me laugh,
how you made everything better,
I just miss you so!!!!
Happy Birthday my precious angel, I know you are surrounded by angels and loved ones.
My love always
Your Olga
John Abbink
November 2, 2016
Miss you Boet...
Olga Abbink
November 1, 2016
Robbie, my precious angel,
Another year gone by
Forever, I will miss your hugs
Your smile, the love we shared
I miss you so!!!!
My love always
Your Olga
Olga Abbink
March 13, 2016
My precious Robbie,
if I had one wish today, remembering you is never hard,
to hold you close in my arms
to give you a birthday card.
I hope you are surrounded by angels celebrating your birthday.
Happy Birthday my angel, you are so missed!!!
My love always
Your Olga
Betty Maley
November 2, 2015
Dear Olga,
My heart and prayers go out to you. Hold Robbie close to your heart.
With Love,
Betty Maley
Olga Abbink
October 31, 2015
My Robbie,
Another year gone by and lonely is my heart without you
A special man and a husband to call my own
Someday I hope and pray to be together again, to clasp your hand in mine, hold you in my arms and never to be parted again.
My love always
Your Olga
Olga Abbink
March 13, 2015
It's been more than three years since I've seen your smiling face,
your beautiful green kind eyes, and it is still difficult to grasp
the emptiness of your departure.
Memories of you bring bitter sweet tears, but also smiles of beautiful memories of your kindness, of how special you always made me feel.
I am and will always be thankful and grateful for the special life we shared and I cannot wait to hold you in my arms again.
Happy Birthday my special angel, you are so missed!!!
Joe and Gladys Valentin
November 24, 2014
We allways remember you.
Dear Rob, not only in November , you are in ours heart , and we remember all the time we were in Salalah !
Wen we went to the Beach
The party's , thank you to be Kenneth godfather , and know you take care , and look for hem !
Thank you!
Kenneth, Joe, Gladys, Veronica, Lindsey and the addiction .
You are we us. Love Rob
Betty Maley
November 23, 2014
Hi Olga,
Just thinking of you this November. Praying that precious memories of Robbie will help you heal.
Betty
Sheena Smolak
November 23, 2014
It's late & I am sitting listening to music. A song came on that reminded me of you & it hit me again how much I miss you. Your smile & your laugh brightened my world so much. You are never far from my thoughts. I will always love you & miss you xxxx
November 4, 2014
My beloved precious brother, Roberto, you're in my thoughts constantly and I treasure all the wonderful memories and laughs we've shared. I love you 'brudder' and miss you terribly. Forever in my heart. Your sister, Mary x x x
Steven van Emmenis
November 3, 2014
Dear Ollie
Thinking of you at this time. Enjoy your time in Cape Town where you and Rob had many great moments. I still hear his infectious laugh whenever I think of you Guys.
Lots of Love
Steven and Family
November 2, 2014
Dear Olga
We will be seeing you in a few days and that is so wonderful I know your trip to Cape Town will be a time to honour Rob.
Rob is always is always close in my mind when ever I do things that remind me of him. Time passes so quick 3 years has gone by yet the memories still remain so strong of my dearest brother.
I love you Rob and Olga it will be so great to spend some time with you and the rest of the family we all miss you so far away.
Love Dinie
November 1, 2014
November 1, 2014
Tina Soumbasis
November 1, 2014
Dear Rob,
Halloween brings back memories. I will always remember our last conversation three years ago as though it was yesterday. You were so happy handing out candy. Little did we know that was to be our last conversation ever. You are missed each and every single day.
All our love
Elias, Tina, Nicholas and Andrea
November 1, 2014
November 1, 2014
Was just outside in the garden and both Robbie and Olga came to mind! An hour later I come inside and realise through this site that it is 3 years already. Thoughts are with you always Olgamou as we keep in our memories a very precious soul x
November 1, 2014
November 1, 2014
Olga Abbink
November 1, 2014
My precious boy,
Time is not a healer, nor has time diminished my pain,
But one thing I have realized with time,
My need to honour you,
and that is by living my life....
Hard lesson indeed!!!
I know you are with me all the time, as I feel you around me,
And as I take in your wisdom, protection and advice,
I want you to know that I will miss you forever,
And I will always love you!!
Always, your Olga
monica quadrelli
October 31, 2014
Dear Robert,
hard to believe it has been three years already....since the day we lost you.
You are always in our hearts and thoughts and we send you a kiss in the wind that may reach you and give you all our love.
Akis Monica Arianna and Matteo
Ashish Saxena
July 10, 2014
Dear Olga,
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Rob always cared and took me under his wing when we worked together in Dubai 20 years ago. He also made a lot of things happen for me as I was leaving Dubai. His kindness and affection is and always will be near and dear to my heart. God bless and take good care. RIP Rob.
Cathy Brown
March 15, 2014
Dear uncle Robert,
Happy birthday to the best uncle. I'm sure you celebrated your birthday with fun and laughter like you always did. I can hear you laugh as if you were with me now. Lots of love to aunty Olga and you. Cathy and Keagan xxxxxxx
March 15, 2014
Time goes by but you are always in our hearts....
Happy Birthday Dear Rob, we hope you are having fun wherever you are ........lots of love.
The Lagoudakis family and Nonna Agnese
Dinie Bayley
March 14, 2014
Brother mine, you have been in my thoughts a great deal these past few weeks Olga you too.
Rob my thoughts were with you on your Birthday yesterday and I almost went and got the most beautiful black forest cake as I know we both loved our sweet things but thought better of it as I would have not been able to eat it on my own so instead I celebrated on Chocolate Mouse instead and with every spoon I had I remembered how we always looked at the desert on the menu first and if you were still here I could visualise as if you were in front of me, begging Olga to make some nice sweet something and she would tell you it was not good for you but somehow you always managed to tell her how much you loved her how beautiful she was and so it went on till she relented. I would ask you if you had as many aches and pains to show for our age, I know I would have got a Ha Ha Ha. I miss you terribly and love you always Dinie XXX
Mary Brown
March 13, 2014
My beloved brother. Remembering you on this special day. You are always in my thoughts and forever in my heart. I love you Roberto. x x x Mary
Tina Soumbasis
March 13, 2014
We cannot send a birthday card,
Your hand we cannot touch,
But God will take our greetings
To the one we love so much.
Robbie, we miss you so much.
Elias, Tina, Nicholas and Andrea
Olga Abbink
March 13, 2014
My Robbie, for you.
Light a candle – I do it every day
Pray – I pray to you & for you every day
Cry – not proud of this one as I do it a lot
Enjoy – all the special foods that I know you loved
Remember – all memories of you are like treasure
Smile - when I remember your smile
Love – I will always feel the special love we shared
Happy Birthday my precious angel
Your Olga
Sheena Smolak
March 13, 2014
Happy birthday Uncle Robert. I hope you are having a wonderful party with the angels. Missing you and your laughter as always. Lots of love to Aunty Olga xxx
Aletta Ostendorff
November 29, 2013
Darling Olga,
My love, my prayers, my thoughts are with you today.
Beautiful memories play in my mind: Belinda and I with you and Rob in Dubai.....a wonderful time to always remember.
Years in JNB at Olympic......socials at your apartment in Jnb. Time in your House........Leaving SA..........News from Oman .......always happy and carefree.
Table Mountain - beautiful landmark overlooking yet another home were happiness reigned.........forever free and watching over you.
Mail me when you are ready .......I miss you.
Aletta Ostendorf
Abdul Jaleel
November 18, 2013
Dear Olga,
How is life? I can forget his big smile and encouraging attitudes towards issues...........such a nice person Rob is.......God bless you
Dee Michalakis
November 8, 2013
Dear Olga, we think about you often and hope that you are okay?
We pray that every day gets a little easier, for we cannot imagine your pain. Take care and remember Robs big big smile and that will help. God bless you. Dee Nico and family xxx
Katy Psaradelis
November 8, 2013
Dear Olga, Thinking of you at this time of year - 2 years already - may his soul rest in peace - lots of love Mimi and Katy
Maria Panagiotopoulos
November 7, 2013
My dearest Olga,
Think of you often and especially at this time - 2 years already? How quickly time races on.
I hope that you are well, despite the loss of your special Robbie – a person we all know to have had an incredible and positive influence on so many and whom we will always remember for his larger than life character and his jovial personality.
How lucky we are to have met him and to have been honoured with his company, albeit for a brief moment in life.
Lots of love and hugs and many blessings
Maria x
Love to your mommy x
Betty Maley
November 5, 2013
HI Olga,
Just thinking about you lately and praying that memories will help to heal your grieving heart. May God keep you in his care. XOXOXO...just for you.
The cross that you hung on the tree is still there and is safe.
With Love, Betty Maley
Vaughn Hyde-Smith
November 5, 2013
Hi Olga.
You have been in our thoughts and we share your sorrow, as we fondly recall our dear friend, Rob.
We celebrated Ryan's 21st on Sunday and with you in our thoughts, made a special toast to absent friends and family.
Keep strong and keep smiling.
Love Vaughn, Sandy Ryan and Craig
Chrissie Biddlecombe
November 4, 2013
Dearest Robbie, I lit a candle for you in a beautiful old abbey in France on All Saints' Day. As always, when I think of you, I smile through my sadness.
Darling Olga, your strength has been amazing. Can't wait to hug you in 2014.
Our love - Chrissie + Mr Guy xx
Sheena Smolak
November 4, 2013
My dearest uncle Robert, I cannot believe that two years have passed since you left us. The world is an emptier place without you and so too are our lives. I think of you often and continue to enjoy the wonderful memories I keep close to my heart. I will always love and miss you. Sending loads of love and strength to Aunty Olga. I love you millions. Sheena xxx
Mary Brown
November 3, 2013
My darling Roberto,
I miss you terribly. Made pancakes last week and we shared them, ha ha haaing as the pile diminished! What wonderful memories. Rest in peace my special boy. I love you. Mary
November 2, 2013
Dear Robert,
it is raining outside and it is a very sad day....
It is the reflection of how we feel thinking of you and of two years ago when you left us...
I hope the sun is shining where you are........
We miss you and always you are in our hearts.
I hope you can feel a big hug coming your way...
Akis Monica Arianna and Matteo
November 2, 2013
Dear Robert,
it is raining outside and it is a very sad day....
It is the reflection of how we feel thinking of you and of two years ago when you left us...
I hope the sun is shining where you are........
We miss you and always you are in our hearts.
I hope you can feel a big hug coming your way...
Akis Monica Arianna and Matteo
Muriel Toffoli
November 2, 2013
Hi Olga
May you find peace and consolation. I know how much you loved Robert. I said to Mary last Saturday, that if I think of him I see him laughing or doing his amazing Greek dancing! A super, super guy.
Love, Muriel
Dinie Bayley
November 2, 2013
Dear Robert
Your picture hangs in my room close by to my Bob and every morning and every night I spend a moment with you both.
You come to my thoughts at times out of the blue but often when I hear or see something that reminds me of you.
I miss you terribly by darling brother.
Olga my thoughts are with you my darling keep strong with Aunty Kiki.
Love you Dinie
November 1, 2013
Dear Robert
Your life was a blessing
your memory a treasure
You are loved beyond words
and missed beyond measure
El, Tina, Nicholas and Andrea
Jenny van Emmenis
November 1, 2013
Dear Robert,
You are missed every hour of every day.
Always in our hearts.
Jenny
Olga Abbink
November 1, 2013
My Robbie,
The moment that you died my heart was torn in two,
one side filled with heartache, the other died with you.
I often lie awake at night, when everyone is fast asleep,
I take a walk down memory lane, with tears upon my cheeks.
Remembering you is easy, I do it all the time,
but missing you is heartache that will never go away.
You've left behind my broken heart and precious memories too,
But I never wanted memories - I only wanted YOU!!!
My love always
Your Olga
Ellen Sequeira
August 19, 2013
My deepest condolences to Olga and Rob's family. It is with great shock that I recently learned about Rob's passing. I only contacted Rob about a couple of years ago after 13 years and we had a long chat reminiscing about life in the Middle East. I had the pleasure of getting to know Rob when he was posted in Dubai and I worked for Glenayre's agents in Muscat. My memories of Rob are those of a very friendly, always smiling, jolly person.
May God rest his soul in eternal peace and may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
March 15, 2013
Our Dearest Olgie:
Thinking of Robert .
He will always be in our heart & thoughts.
Our Prayers with the Family.
Take care.
Love,
Farook & Shamira
March 15, 2013
Dear Robert,
I hope our birthday wishes will reach you wherever you are. And I know you keep an eye on all of us. You are always in our hearts and we miss you very much.
Akis, Monica, Arianna, Matteo
March 15, 2013
Dear Robert,
I hope our birthday wishes will reach you wherever you are. And I know you keep an eye on all of us. You are always in our hearts and we miss you very much.
Akis, Monica, Arianna, Matteo
Olga Abbink
March 14, 2013
All my life, I will miss you as you are my special boy,
but in my heart you will live forever,
Because I love you so!
With an ache in my heart,
I whisper low -
Happy Birthday my darling Robbie,
I miss you so!!!
Your Olga
Elias,Tina, Nicholas and Andrea
March 13, 2013
Thinking of you on your birthday,
With sadness in our hearts,
For a very special someone,
From whom we had to part.
November 4, 2012
Dear Robert,
it is hard to believe a year went by already since that terrible November 1st, we miss you a lot and we always will.
Akis, Monica, Arianna and Matteo
Mary Brown
November 1, 2012
1st November, 2012
A million times I've thought of you,
A million times I've cried,
If love alone could have saved you,
You never would have died.
In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place
No one could ever fill.
My precious brother, how I miss you. I watched you grow from a tiny baby to a wonderful, very, very special man. I have all those memories deeply etched in my heart. To ease the pain, I hear your laughter and it brings a big smile to my face. We can still laugh together Roberto. I love you.
Your sister, Mary.
November 1, 2012
A very special person, much loved, sorely missed. Words cannot express how much we miss you.
Nico Dee and family London
November 1, 2012
Robert,it is one year since you were taken away from us, and we still miss you as much now as what we did then.You will always remain in our memory.
Steven and family
Sheena Smolak
November 1, 2012
My dearest Uncle Robert, a year has passed since you left us and although a significant day I can honestly say it is little different to any other day for me. I say this only because I think of you in my day to day life. I miss you always and the sound of your laugh plays over and over in my head at any time on any given day. As the days roll on little things trigger fond memories and there are many quiet moments where I find myself drifting off into thoughts of you and reliving the memories that are etched into my heart. Your smile is like a photograph in my mind and I treasure it dearly. Today is a significant day and I am thinking of you and missing you deeply yet I have missed you and thought of you every day since you left. I cannot believe you have been gone a whole year. It feels like just yesterday we had to say goodbye. Always in my heart. I love you millions and always will.
Dinie Bayley
October 31, 2012
Robert its a year since your passing and as devastated and sad as I have been my thoughts have always gone to great memories especially when I am doing certain things you come to mind.
When I went to Port Elizabeth last month and stood fishing by the mouth with all that beauty that surounded me I thought how wonderful it would have been if you, Dad, Johnny and even Mary had been there with me to spend a family day you would all have enjoyed it. I could see Dad eating his sandwhich with the mud prawn bait still stuck to his fingers, you biting your nails waiting for the fish to bite, Johnny complaining that the stompie fish are eating his bait too fast and Mary well maybe the wind would have been too much for her. I thought of Mum waiting at the house ready to cook the fish we brought home.
When I was at the casino last week I was playing on the machine when you last phoned me ( it was the last time we spoke) so excited that the shock treatment had worked at last only to find a while later it hadnt.
I stopped at an ice cream shop mid winter to order an ice cream cone and shrugged and thought well Rob would have done the same so what.
When I go to a restaurant I look at the desert page first and think of you as I know you would do the same.
My grandchild Kayla was singing the other day and beating my coffee table with a stick I thought look at that Robs genes live on as you did the same.
There are so many instances to mention dear Rob. I was proud of you Robert and no one could have wished for a better brother, you have filled my life full of wonderful memories.
I miss you terribly but the memories will go on. I love you Rob, till we meet again. Love you your sister Dinie
October 29, 2012
Robbie, as we approach one year since you were taken away from us, we miss you more than ever. Our lives were changed forever.
Elias, Tina, Jenny, Nicholas and Andrea
If tears could build a stairway
And memories were a lane
We would walk right up to heaven
And bring you back again
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it
And only God knows why
Our hearts still ache in sadness
And secret tears still flow
What it meant to lose you
No one can ever know
But now we know you want us
To mourn for you no more
To remember all the happy times
Life still has much in store
Since you'll never be forgotten
We pledge to you today
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you'll always stay
John Abbink
October 29, 2012
Dearest Olga
I am so looking forward to seeing you in Cape Town next week. In amongst the pain we will feel and tears we will shed, we will celebrate a bit of Rob's life... together. God speed. John and Anne
Olga Abbink
October 23, 2012
I love you my precious angel. The day you left me, I became half a person without you - you were the better part of me that made me a better person for having you in my life. Part of me also died with you and my life changed in an instant.
I miss you more than life itself and a year later, I am still struggling with the loss of not having you in my life.
I see you in everything - a dessert, how you would have enjoyed it, a flower and its beauty, how you would appreciate it, a new place that we would have enjoyed to visit together, a joke - I can hear your laughter everytime I hear a new one, a movie that you would call a 'chick flick', but would still watch with me and end up enjoying it as much as I did and just the pure joy of being together sharing everything.
I miss your wisdom and logic and how you made my problems disappear just by sharing the load with me. I miss your bear hugs and kisses as well as hearing how much you loved me everyday.
Be happy my angel and wait for me so that we can be together once again and forever in our eternal life.
Your manies,
Olga
Karen Jack
July 14, 2012
My dear Olga,
Its taken me a while to be able to write something, but I hope you know how much I care about you. Robbie was such a wonderful person, so vibrant and full of positive energy. He made everyone feel so special. You carry so much of him within you. You are truly an inspiration. His memory lives on. Karen x
Chris Casey
June 8, 2012
Oh Olga,
So sorry to hear the news.
Remember the good times, was great to share some of them with you both.
I can see Binkie smiling down on us now.
Sending you good thoughts.
Jimbo, Mom, Maleena & Linda Hall
June 5, 2012
My Dear Olga,
We are devastated and very distressed. I haven't cried so much for years. We only heard about the loss of Rob earlier today. We cannot imagine what you have been through since, Olga. He was such a vital person and your lifelong companion. We hope you can eventually come to terms and learn to fill the huge vacuum he would leave in your life.
Binkie, old friend, thank you so much for having shared a part of your life with us.
With all our love and compassion,
Hanne & Jan Andersen
June 4, 2012
Dear Olga,
It is with great sadness that we recently learned about Rob's passing.
We have only the fondest memories of our all too short time together and cherish the moments we shared.
We send you our deepest symphony and love,
xxxx
Janice & Glen Dierker
April 10, 2012
Dearest Olga,
Janice and I were shocked and so very, very saddened to hear of the passing of dear Rob. While we only had the pleasure of meeting him a few times, we always considered him a most kind and wonderful man and we certainly appreciated him as a neighbour. Please be clear that we are here for you. We would like to contact you some time in the near future to see if we can bring you dinner. You are a dear neighbour and know that you are loved!
With love and best wishes,
Glen, Janice, and Colin
Poppy & Kanaki Andriolakis
April 10, 2012
Hello Olga
Thinking of you during this difficult time. It is always such a shock when your dear ones pass on so suddenly.
Wishing you strength, health, lots of love and a library full of wonderful memories of such a special partner.
We will always remember, Rob's smile and positive energy with much affection.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to all the family love and lots of hugs and kisses to you from all of us.
Kanaki, Poppy, Basil, Christina and Natalie.
Mano and Charmaine Leondidis
April 10, 2012
My dear friend,
Mano & I share in your sadness at the loss of our dear friend Rob.
Olga, we know that you & Rob had a great love for each other and pray
that God will give you the strength to cope without his physical presence even though I know he will be with you in spirit.
We have many fond memories of the fun times we all had together and no
one can take those away. Although we live far away from you now you
remain in our hearts and if ever you wish to just talk or cry we will
be there for you.
Love Mano and Charmaine
Abdul Jaleel
April 8, 2012
My Condolences to Olga. He was a good friend, I cant froget his smily face. Abdul from Dubai
Megan Shury
April 4, 2012
Olga,
How are you holding up? I think of you every day.
The service for Robbie was beautiful. It must have been such a long and hard day for you but you managed so well. I'm sure your glad it's over and the healing process can begin now. I don't know where you start from here but I'm glad you have family around and so many friends for support. I said to Bryan it was nice to see so many AA employees new and old. It goes to show you what a great group we were and still are. A second family that manages to come together in time of need. I'm here for you Olga if you need me. You and Robbie were to me a 'perfect' couple. You always talked of Robbie as 'your Robbie' and I can hear you both laughing. I always enjoyed working, talking etc with you but it was always a special treat to be with you both. Like so many people have said 'Rob made you feel special' and that's exactly how I felt in his presence. I can only imagine you felt like that every day!! That was just the person he was.... so kind and thoughtful. He will be missed terribly.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Olga. If I can be any help to you please call me.
Love Meg xo
Hetty Willink
April 4, 2012
Dear Olga
How difficult it is to say the right words to you.
The last weeks Í thought every day what I want to write to you and I don't know it.
I was so sad about the death of Rob.
I hope you can understand it. Rob was always a special man in my thoughts.
He lives some years in our family and that was very nice time. We were kids but I remember Rob as a very nice boy.
I wish you all the best.
Love Hetty Willink
Helen and Jim Crockett
April 4, 2012
Olga mou,
I am soooooo sorry!!!
What can I say other than only time heals the pain. You will have to take one day at a time!!!
I have many fond memories of Rob and you in London where I first met him. Jim and I vividly remember what a lovely time we had at the taverna in Athens where Rob spent the whole evening explaining computers to Jim and arguing with Lena and me at the end of our dinner about who would pay the bill!!!
May God Rest His Soul and Give you Strength to carry on.
Our thoughts are prayers are with you.
Lots and lots of love,
Helen and Jim
Johnny and Mary-Ann Glynos
April 4, 2012
Dear, dear Olga,
We were absolutely stunned this morning when Margie phoned to give us your very sad news. We actually can't believe it. Please accept our sincere condolences and know that our thoughts, love and prayers are with you.
We don't quite know what to say because words seem so trite in the face of the pain and sorrow you must be feeling at the loss of your very special soul mate. Perhaps just a little consolation can be gained from the fact that the intensity of your pain is a reflection of the close bond that existed between you and Rob and you were fortunate indeed, to have had such a wonderful relationship for so many years. Although Rob is not with you physically, he will continue living in your heart and will always be with you.
We have such happy memories of the two of you when we were together in Round Table all those years ago. You were such a vibrant and dynamic couple and we will always remember Rob as he was then. Our heart goes out to you and we wish you much strength and courage as you come to terms with the huge void he will have left behind.
May your beloved Rob rest in peace and may his memory be eternal.
Lots and lots of love
Mary-Ann and Johnny
Dean & Sandra Lumb
April 4, 2012
Hello Olga,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have been in Sandra and my thoughts and prayers.
Since I received the email,I have been deeply saddened. You and Rob have been on my mind every day. I wish many things could be different, but know they cannot be. I am truly thankful for your friendship over the years, and feel really blessed to have spent many years working alongside Rob. He was always a gentleman, positive, helpful, and concerned for others, putting them ahead of himself even when he had other issues to deal with. When I travelled with him in the Middle East he looked out for me, making my trips easier, safer and more enjoyable. I will miss his big laugh. He was a good friend and more like a brother to me than many guys I have worked with. I shall miss him.
I'm sure this has been a difficult week for you. I haven't wanted to bother you and so haven't called, but I would like to help if there is anything I can do to assist you. I know there will be difficult times ahead, and times you may need a hand. With both our kids grown and mostly out of the house now I have more time. Please let me know if I can be of some help to you, we only live a few minutes away.
All our love,
Dean & Sandra
John and Joolz Michalakis
April 4, 2012
Dear Olga mou,
I am so sorry to hear the horrible news; I still can not come to terms with it.
Please take comfort from knowing how much we love him and how greatly we think of him. His larger than life character lit up not just the room he was in but touched our lives in a far greater manner than you might be aware.
He was there to support us in Athens when Mitso passed away. I was only a young man then and the world came down on Nico and me. It was Robert who picked us up. He made sure we knew how respected our father was and that it was our duty to lead our lives in his honour.
I will never forget Roberts's great advice in my hour of need when I was at my lowest point. He managed to put it all in perspective for me. “These things happen in life, you will be a better person for it and someone else will take the benefit of your kindness one day in the future” He managed with kind reassurance to make me believe in myself again and focus on taking care of Oliver and Hannah, the most important matter at that point.
He is always going to be with us, we will always hear his lovely laughter and smile!
I am sorry for your loss agapi mou.
Yianni and Joolz
xxxx
John Abbink
April 4, 2012
Dearest Olga
I will soon find my voice…
Psalm 18:6 In my distress I called upon the LORD; to my God I cried for help. From his temple he heard my voice, and my cry to him reached his ears…
In John 11, even Jesus cried when he heard that his best friend Lazarus had died.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lots of Love John…
Helen Wentriro
April 4, 2012
Dearest Olga
It is with great sympathy that I am writing this message on the loss of your beloved Rob.
I cannot imagine how you must be feeling at this time. I can only say that you will remember him always and the the great times you both shared and I hope you will find some comfort in that he did not suffer at the end.
I am thinking of you my friend and may he rest in peace. Love to you and mum.
Helen W xxx
Catherine Almendariz
April 4, 2012
Dearest Olga,
Hi Beautiful Lady. This is Catherine (Austin) Almendariz. Mom and Dad told me of Rob's passing, and I just wanted to send you the biggest hug across the miles and tell you that you are in my heart and prayers. I have such fond memories of both you and Rob, and remember what a great love you shared. I pray that you find comfort in your memories and strength in your faith and family, and that your broken heart heals quickly. With lots of love always,
Catherine and family
Olga & Maria Sarikas
April 4, 2012
Dearest Olga & Thea Kiki
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved Rob, our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. O theos na anapafsi tin psihi tou.
With all our love
Olga & Maria Sarikas
Holly Van Straten
April 4, 2012
Olga,
Please know how sorry I am for your loss of your best friend and husband.
Please know that you are in my heart and thoughts.
I know you will be surrounded by the love of friends and family today, the ones that are there with you and the ones that can't be there.
I love you and wish you strength, knowing that Robbie is smiling down on you, so proud of you and happy for all the love you shared.
Keep those happy memories close to your heart….always….
Xo
Hols
George and Natalie Tomazos
March 31, 2012
Hi Olga mou,
You and Rob, have given so many beautiful memories growing up, it was hard to believe the news we got last week and I know that you must have had a horrid week trying to come to terms with everything. I wanted to write and let you know that you are both so special to all of us and we love you dearly. I am glad that you had the family around.
It's hard to believe that I'll never see Rob again in this lifetime but I would like to share this with you, you have both been travelling for so long and we see you every now and again but you where always in our hearts and minds, and since we had you close to our heart we missed you but you where always there if you know what I mean, only now it will be a much longer time before I see Rob in person again.
You where always in my eyes the perfect couple and I aspired to that, and that willingness was rewarded and I am so blessed with our 4 little bundles of Joy.
They all send their love and big, big hugs and kisses. Please stay in touch and know that we loooooooooooooooove you toooooooooooooooooooooooooo much
George, Natalie, Alexandra, Gabriela, Zack, and Michael.
Franco Lenart
March 31, 2012
Dear Olga
I got the sad news from Dean that Rob passed away.
I knew Rob way back from Glenayre and worked with him on some of his projects. Rob was a great guy.
When I was working in Qatar, Rob stopped to see his customers then stayed for a week to give me a hand doing the upgrades.
I got to know him well, and he was a very decent and kind person.
We believe that there is more to life than on this earth, we will meet our loved ones in next life. I will be thinking of you and your family in this sad time.
All my sympathy.
Rest In Peace Rob.
Franco Lenart
Jose' Ramon Valentin-Santana
March 30, 2012
You all ways be on ours Hearts. love you Rob . Miss you .
Katy and Mimi Psaradellis
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga,
We are very sad to have learnt of Rob's passing.
Our deepest sympathy to you and hope with time the sadness will pass. It is always a shock when one dies suddenly like Rob at least he did not suffer a long illness – it was quick for him.
Our love to all the family and once again our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Much love
Mimi and Katy
Loretre and John Gilhooly
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga,
We are so upset at the news of Robert being taken from us at such a young age. I had hoped that we could meet up some day as we have very happy memories of when Robert stayed in Scotland. He was such a nice lad and a real charmer. I had also hoped that one day I would have the pleasure of meeting you - you must be a special person - you made Robert so happy - I am sure you will have lots of happy memories of him which will help you in the future.
Glad to hear your family are beside you at such a sad time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we cannot put into words how upset we are at this news.
Please take care
Lots and Lots of love
Lorette and John
Anna Maria Paraskeva
March 29, 2012
My dearest Olga
I was so sorry to hear the news of Robert's sudden passing from Mum & Dad and wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you at this incredibly difficult time.
Years ago when you and I were studying together you told me that this was your fear; back then I didn't understand, but since marrying Byron and having the kids I now have a much clearer picture. Please try and take comfort from all the memories the two of you shared and that you were so lucky to find each other from an early age and share so many happy years together.
Agapi mou these things are never easy and those of us who love you find it hard to find the right words to express how sorry we are.
Take care of your self.
Much love
Anna-Maria and family
Vaughn and Sandy Hyde Smith
March 29, 2012
To Dearest Olga
We are so sad to hear about Robbie. Please know that you are very much in our thoughts and prayers. You and Robbie were so supportive of us when we were going through our troubles in Dubai, and I so wish we were closer to you now, so that we could be of some help/comfort to you.
You guys are so special to us and we are sending you lots of love and hugs from across the ocean.
Lots of love from
Vaughn, Sands, Ryan and Craig
Joe and Gladys Santana
March 29, 2012
Our deepest Condolences on the loss of the love your life, ROB. We feel so guilty that we have not, through our fault, kept in touch as much as we should have, but you and Rob have always was been in our hearts throughout all these years. The time we spent together in that faraway place have helped to make us; Chistina, Lindsey, Kenneth, Joe and Gladys a better family; for that we thank you and ROB. Rob was always a kind, understanding, compassionate and most of all, loving human being. Rob will always be in our prayers as you will also be.
love
family Valentin-Santana
Kenneth, Lindsey, Christina, Joe and Gladys
Chris and Maria Panagiotopoulos
March 29, 2012
To our dearest Olga,
Words cannot express the sadness we feel at hearing the terrible news about your precious and darling Robbie.
We pray that God will grant you the strength to cope with the heartache as well as the days ahead.
Out thoughts are with you- wish we were closer to you right now.
“May time soften the pain
until all that remains
is the beauty of the memories………….
………and the LOVE…..always the LOVE !”
We are so very sorry Olgamou!
May his dear and precious soul rest in peace -“our larger than life Robbie”.
Chris Maria x Kassandra Ari
Frans and Wilna Huitink
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga,
Wilna and I were disturbed and saddened by the untimely death of Robert. Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolence at this most challenging time.
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time of loss,
With caring and sincere respects,
Frans & Wilna Huitink
Loek Peyters
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, You have our deepest sympathy.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
I have really fond memories of Rob, he was a great guy.
During the period that we were together he always spoke about you with great admiration and pride.
Loek
Colm and Toula O'Driscoll
March 29, 2012
We were very sorry to hear about Robert,
Our Deeppest sympathy, Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad times.
Kouragio
Lots of Love
Colm and Toula
Henning and Mandy Jacobsen
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga,
We were so sorry to hear that Rob has passed away. I am at a loss for words right now as I need to come to terms with this news. Please accept our condolences.
Love,
Henning and Mandy
Errol van der Merwe
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a very special man and exceptional friend.
I was very sad to hear about Rob's passing – I have such special memories of great times and much laughter shared with him. He enriched my life and gave me an appreciation for friendship and special times with special people.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time for strength and comfort.
Errol van der Merwe
Ex-SAA Simulator Section
Debbie Fibich
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga
I am in utter shock as well as is the entire Omaha office. We were so looking forward to seeing him when he came to Omaha for the conferences.
We are all grateful that he did not suffer. Memories are a wonderful thing. We all have wonderful memories of him being here and speaking with him on the phone, in fact we were all sharing some of them this morning here in the office. We will miss him greatly.
We are a small part of the Abbink family but he was a big part of the NPI/GPI family here in Omaha.
Our hearts, love and prayers to the Abbink family.
Debbie
Fil Ruberto
March 29, 2012
Dearest Olga,
I am so very, very, very sorry to hear of your huge loss.
I wish there was something I could say to help you get through this horribly difficult time and if Australia wasn't so far away, I would come and give you a big hug and just try and be there for you.
Whilst I didn't know Rob very well, having only met him a couple of times during your time in Dubai, I was fortunate enough to spend time with him during the lovely meal the 3 of us had during your stopover in Melbourne, on your way to NZ a few years ago. I do remember him and his beautiful personality and the intense love and mutual admiration you had for each other. I also remember that he gave me such a big hug that he nearly broke a couple of my ribs!!!!
Please know that you are in my thoughts and Rob will get a special mention in my prayers tonight.
Thinking of you.
Love
Fil
Nico and Dee Michalakis
March 29, 2012
Hello Olga,
We are so very sorry to hear this very sad news. We really wished we lived closer so we could be with you to hold and comfort you. Words cannot convey how utterly devasted we feel for you and we feel at a total loss.
You are constantly in our thoughts and we are praying for you fervently.
Robert was such a wonderful man and we feel so privilaged to have had him as our best man.
Aletta & Belinda
March 29, 2012
My Darling Skattimou Olga,
Remembering you and your family with sincere sympathy in your loss.
Rob has left behind a thousand moments that will live in your heart forever.
Please know, at this difficult time, that you are in so many thoughts and
prayers.
Thinking of you, Lots of Love,
Aletta & Belinda
Wim Abbink
March 29, 2012
Dear Olga,
It definitely never is a pleasure to hear such messages. But this was (and still is) quite a shock for us. So we can only guess, in what state of shock you must be. Be assured, dear Olga, of our deepest sympathy with you.
We didn't see each other for quite a long time, but I still have quite vivid memories of Robert. Especially of course from the time he lived with us in Holland. Memories of a boy who was always really funny and good-tempered.
Though I never had a brother (or maybe thanks to this fact), our relation at that time was quite near to a relation between brothers, I think. In good times (seeing Robert enjoy the first snowy winter in his life) - and in bad times (when he tried to ride a bicycle, but forgot to brake and to steer - which led to a painful collision with a big, big tree).
Dear Olga, Christien and I wish you lots of strength in these terrifying days. And be sure: you're welcome to write, call or visit us whenever you feel like it.
Lots of love,
Wim, Christien & Mike
Loukia Loucaidis
March 29, 2012
Olga mou I am soooooooooo sorry ! I can't even begin to imagine what you are feeling.
I'm sending you lots of great big comforting hugs on ether but I know it won't make a difference coz you've lost the one you've loved all your life. Ever since you were a baby. I'm not even going to tell you any stupid things like don't cry and don't be upset. I just want you to know that I am thinking of you and I know that, in time, you will find the strength to get better and to remember every single perfect moment you had and what a wonderful wonderful time you always had together and celebrate that instead.
Lots and lots and lots of love
Loukia
Thalia Armstrong
March 27, 2012
Olgakie, my dear friend, I have just found out about Rob and my heart aches so much for you. Rob was one of life's most special people and I was so lucky to know him. My love and thoughts go out to you across the miles.
Love
Thalia
March 14, 2012
Robert, I was thinking of you yesterday I remembered the many Birthdays we celebrated for you and this was a big one. I wish we could have been together to celebrate this one too but it was not meant to be.
I know you have even greater things to celebrate in Gods perfect arms.
I love you my brother, and miss you terribly. With love and wonderfull memories Dinie
March 13, 2012
Happy Birthday Robbie
We send our love today
Please look down upon us
And pray for us always.
With love Elias, Tina, Nicholas and Andrea
Hardip Grover
January 26, 2012
Olga, reading all these beautiful messages in Roberts name, there's no doubt he will live in everyones hearts forever. I pray, God gives you strength and sees you through this very difficult time, He will always watch over you my dear friend.
Muriel Toffoli
January 22, 2012
My deepest condolences to Olga, and to Robert's sister Mary. I was lucky enough to know Robert and his family growing up in Dar es Salaam, and later in South Africa. Robert was one of those people who spread joy just by being around. What a lovely man, what a wonderful, warm personality. I picture him doing his amazing version of "Zorba's Dance", in Johannesburg many years ago at a braai (barbecue) at the Abbink family home. He and Olga were courting then, and dear Olga, I know how hard it is, but Robert is watching over you.
Connie Buna
January 19, 2012
I am so very sorry to learn of Robert's passing. I have worked with him for about 3 years. Always confident when sharing his name with a client, and always a smile on his face when you saw him, he was an absolute professional. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
December 8, 2011
Olga,
I do not know what to say, I went on to Facebook and did a search on your name and as I scrolled down I did not belive that the link to this site was right, All I can say is that I am pleased that when I came to Canada in 2007 I was able to meet up with Rob because it had been a long time since I had left Salalah in Oman in 1987 can't say any more as the tears are dripping on the keyboard.
Do Waggers and Tom know?
Regards Mike Pownall Slough UK
mikepownall@tinyworld.co.uk or Michael Pownall on FB
Rob,
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Mary Dennis
December 5, 2011
Olgaki, you often mentioned along the years that you couldn't bear the thought of losing Robbie. You were so happy together and had such interesting lives travelling all over the world. We loved the family gatherings and there was so much charisma about both of you. We grew up together and particularly remember our time at Mbeya Primary School when we were all up to mischief! Robbie threw himself into every social and sporting event. Family and friendship bonds were strong from when we were little. The Abbink family were wonderful to know. Robbie is very much missed and we especially feel your pain but God will wipe away every tear and give you His strength to carry on. We will meet again.
With our deepest sympathy,
Guy Biddlecombe
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Mike Birenbaum
November 29, 2011
Robert...when we first met seven years ago in Omaha,NE. we looked at each other and knew that our futures into the home inspection business were solely needed at that time. The strength, support, encouragement (and multiple "Fat Tires" at the Marriott hotel bar, hahaha..) we provided each other created an everlasting bond. All though there were many miles between us for several years after, our meeting at the NPI national convention 2 years ago was like we had just left the training program all energized and ready to tackle our respective real estate markets. Thank you for being a valuable friend, thank you for your support and encouragement with dealing in my mothers passing two years ago and most of all thank you for the laughter!!! Until we meet again, rest in peace my friend....
Betty Maley
November 26, 2011
Robbie, I had the honour of closing your beautiful green eyes for the last time. I never met you before, but my heart knew that you were a precious soul...I'm so glad that I had the chance to meet your sweet Olga. Oh how she loves you...One day I will have the chance to meet you in heaven.
Scott Yaworski
November 21, 2011
I am a REALTOR and just found out today of Robert's passing after I referred a client to him. My condolences to his wife and family. I met Robert in the last year and worked with him only a few times, but I found him very professional, caring, informative, and enjoyable to speak with. When it came time to do an inspection on the house I wanted to buy to raise my daughters in, he was my go-to guy because I knew I could trust him. He'll be missed.
Sheena Smolak
November 21, 2011
My darling uncle Robert. Words cannot express the gaping hole that your passing has left in my heart.
Although you lived miles away you were never far from my thoughts & heart. The memories you have given me over the years are priceless & will be cherished forever. The world is by far an emptier place without you in it.
The thought that I will never see you again is too hard to comprehend. The excitement I used to feel when I knew you & Aunty Olga were coming to visit just showed how much we loved having you close by. You were such a huge part of my life & you never did anything but make me laugh. Your enormous smile & amazing personality will be missed so much. The sound of your laugh will remain with me forever.
Thank you for being the precious uncle you were.
Till we meet again. Rest in peace & keep those angels on their toes.
Aunty Olga, I wish I could be there & do something to ease your pain. You are constantly in my prayers. I love you very much!
Love Sheena
xxx
Gerry Kelly
November 21, 2011
Dear Robert,
We have not seen each other since our teen years but you were one of five. Fulvio the Italian, Dimitri the Greek, Gerry the English, Tabu the African and you the Dutch. All bound by the country of our birth and the friendships of our families. We scattered to the four winds but I have always managed to keep track of the five. You will be forever missed. It was a sad day when I learnt of your passing but I celebrate your life. Mama Kelly was sad and upset at the news and she thinks of you all at this time. To Olga, remember your good man as we remember our childhood friend, with fondness and love.
Tutaonana,
Gerry, Sue and Mama Kelly
Congewai, NSW, Australia
Yad
November 18, 2011
My condolenses to Rob's family. He was a good man with a positive attitude. I still can't believe that you are gone :( I never thought that the inspection you did for me just 4 days before you left us would be your last for me. R.I.P Rob! You will be missed!!
Dinie Bayley
November 17, 2011
My darling brother Robert
I havent been able to write anything as it still feels unreal and my heart is so painful, I hurt so terribly. You were the brother I walked through life with, we were practically stuck at the hip.I cried with you, I laughed with you and we shared such wonderfull moments growing up and after. You were one of Gods perfect creations, and bigger than life. I know you are with Mum, Dad and Bob in the perfect eternal life. Olga my sister my arms hold you and comfort you spiritualy in this terrible time even though we are so far away, my thoughts are with you and your family there. I love you Robert and Olga
Jennifer Vicente
November 15, 2011
Always know that we are all here for you whenever you need us Olga. I will also miss "Dr.Phil" and how he always had a pleasant smile whenever I met him. Robbie will forever be remembered in our hearts :)
Robert Williams
November 13, 2011
Rob has always had a wonderful smile and the ability to lift your spirits when you spoke with him. Olga, to you, your family and and friends, I want you to know we love you and you are with us in our prayers and thoughts everyday.
Martin & Vaitsa Cooper
November 12, 2011
Roberto, as we used to call you back in Dubai where we shared happy days with you and our beloved Olga; your love started when the two of you took your first infant steps together ... not many of us can share that.
Dear friend you may have left, but your endless love will keep Olga safe as you watch over her.
We will keep your memory forever in our hearts.
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Poppy Androliakos
November 12, 2011
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Rob and although we are separated by many miles sweet memories live on and family is always kept close at heart and fresh in mind. We are so sorry Olga. We send you all our love during this difficult time and wish you strength. O Theous panda mazi sou ke zoi se mas. All our love Kanaki, Poppy, Basil, Christina and Natalia Androliakos. x
helen wentriro
November 12, 2011
Olga and family, our sincerest condolences.Thinking of you at this very sad time. Lots of love xx
Pete and Ashley Moss
November 12, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Robbie. I know we are far away, but if there is anything we can do to help please let us know. Perhaps you can come and visit us sometime.
I remember well our trip to the Maldives. We had a dive at one of the atolls. The current was racing and in fact Ashley got swept away. As a result we all had to go. I rode on Robbies back for most of the way, and we had a great laugh about it both underwater and afterwards. Good memory.
And then our trip to Oman..what a wonder that was...good days. Very sad.
Otherwise our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maggi Lawson
November 12, 2011
Today is 11/11/11, a unique day to remember Rob. Memories come flooding back - his new car stero, his wedding day (how handsome for his glowing bride), his booming laughter and these memories will continue to grow. May you, Olga, find comfort in your own personal memories, always remember the good times. Thanks to his "funny accent" the Abbink family became lifelong friends.
Condolences and much love.
Maggi "Lawsing" Verwoerdburg, South Africa
Stamatinos Families
November 12, 2011
We extend our deepest sympathy and all our love during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Robert was an amazing man and will be always remembered in our hearts.
Hassenn Khaseipoul
November 11, 2011
I am a realtor, and Rob had helped my clients by inspecting houses. Since I met him, I found he was honest, caring, and professional. I refered him to all my client. Last week, when one of my clients called him to book an inspection, he found out about Rob, and he told me about it. I was shocked! I'm glad to know him and remember him as a calm peron with a big smile! I wish Rob's families my sincere and heartfelt condolences!
Chrissie Biddlecombe
November 11, 2011
Guy and I simply adored Robbie. He was Guy's 'Boetie' and we looked upon the Binkies as our Dubai family for many happy years. A very special couple - it is totally our privilege to count them amongst our friends. Olga, sweetie, your lovely Robbie is now where the angels sing - but I bet he is also making them giggle! His laugh remains legendary, we can hear it still. He will be so very sorely missed. Be strong, our dear little friend. With our very best love and condolences - Guy & Chrissie xx
Steven and Family
November 11, 2011
Dearest Ollie, it was a great shock to learn of the passing of Robert.It brought back a flood of memories of all the good times that we had together. Robert was a tremendous person and I'm honoured to have had him as an uncle. Due to circumstances our family has been scattered around the world and Ollie I'm sorry that we cannot be together at this time. I pray that God will give you strengh and help you move forward. Rob well be missed.
November 11, 2011
Olga, Our family was very sad to hear of Robbie's passing. His BIG smile we will never forget. You are in our thoughts and prayers always. Cindy Gord Maxwell and Madison
November 11, 2011
Olga, My family was so sad to hear of your loss. We as a family have you in our thoughts and prayers. We will remember Rob's BIG smile always. Always thinking of you, Cindy Gord Maxwell and Madison
November 10, 2011
Rob & Olga worked with me in Oman,Betty & I have many fond memories of this time.We were and are deeply saddened at his passing.
Bill & Betty Walton
eileen shaw
November 10, 2011
To my dear sweet uncle Robert. I still can not believe you are gone although you lived so far away from us you were with us always. You were (and still are) LARGER than life. Your laugh will forever echo in my heart.
You were such a soft hearted soul, remember the time you took Cathy, Sheena and I to see Gorillas in the Mist? You must have left the movie house for more smoke and popcorn breaks than anyone ever, all because you were so soft and did not want to cry infront of us.
Gosh I miss you and will love you for eternity. I wish you had a chance to meet little Kayla
November 10, 2011
To my dear sweet uncle Robert. I still can not believe you are gone although you lived so far away from us you were with us always. You were (and still are) LARGER than life. Your laugh will forever echo in my heart.
You were such a soft hearted soul, remember the time you took Cathy, Sheena and I to see Gorillas in the Mist? You must have left the movie house for more smoke and popcorn breaks than anyone ever, all because you were so soft and did not want to cry infront of us.
Gosh I miss you and will love you for eternity. I wish you had a chance to meet little Kayla
Lorraine Mock
November 10, 2011
The profound love within the words of your friends and family in this guestbook truly touches me Olga. I wish you send you, yours and Rob's families my sincere and heartfelt condolences. I am sending you so much love Olga.
November 10, 2011
Roberto, Cinquento, Orlando,Fabiano, Abbuchinco. My precious brother, light and love of my life. Please hold my hand and help me through these difficult days. I am bereft. I know you are there somewhere and soon I will feel your presence and you will make me laugh again. Until then, I love you so dearly brudder. Rest in peace my darling. Your sister, Mary.
Clayton Timcke
November 10, 2011
Dearest Rob,
Although you were far away, you were never far from my thoughts. As my Godfather and someone our family was proud to call our dearest friend, we will miss you greatly. Thank you for all that you did for the Timckes.
All my love,
Clayton
November 10, 2011
Robbie was a fine man and a wonderful person and will be missed by all.
November 10, 2011
Robbie always had a special warmth & a great sense of humor which lit many a heart.
He will be fondly remembered.
May Allah's Grace and Blessings shine upon the family always.
Love,
Farook & Shamira
West Vancouver, BC
Margaret Timcke
November 10, 2011
Our special, special friend of so many years, we are just heartbroken. Olgaks you are in our thoughts all the time and pray you have the strength to get through this terrible time.
We love you
Pete, Margy and all the Timcke family in South Africa
November 10, 2011
Dear Olga
My heart goes out to you and your family
I will miss Robbie dearly and all the good times we had together
His spirit will live on with all of us
Love
Bryan Ralphs
Steveston Village, BC
November 9, 2011
I was truly very much saddened by the news of Rob's passing.He was such
a warm, loving , jovial person......the only consolation is that his presence will
enrich Heaven as he did for everyone who knew him during his short life.
Olga, my most sincere and heartfelt condolances.
Love, cousin Jerry Mihalakis
Karen Michalakis
November 9, 2011
Dear Uncle Rob,
It hurts to know that you are gone, and the only way I can cope is by thinking that you're near watching over us. I will always remember the way you loved life and how you lit up the room when you walked in with your positive and infectious smile. I also admired your ability to conduct business from the other side of the world during your holiday, and how you could speak so many languages. You were a wonderful uncle and I am so privaleged to have known you. My heartfelt condolences to Aunty Olga and all of us grieving your loss. Love you xoxoxo
Karachalios and Stoubis Families
November 9, 2011
Our deepest condolences to Olga and family. Olga we can't imagine the sorrow you must be feeling. We know that Robert was your best friend and soulmate. Both of you were so perfect for each other. We are so very sorry for your loss, may God give you the strength to carry on. His bright smile, compassion and sincerity will be forever in our memories. He was a great man. May your memories give you strength. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Monica Quadrelli
November 9, 2011
I will forever miss your warm smile when at my door step you used to greet me " HY SWEET HEART HOW ARE YOU'?
Rest in peace i hope you are in a better place where there is only happiness and where you can always have your sweet smile. Love you
Dino Michalakis
November 9, 2011
Rob.. Uncle Rob. Thank you for all of the fond and happy memories. You used to make me laugh so much as a child and I loved the way you would always make light of any situation. Your one liner that echos in my memories which I heard so many times in round table conversations and funny times was always 'You're Kidding?!?' Like the time that golf course wouldn't let you on because your socks where black and not white!! And then again when they told you the price to purchase white socks in that golf shop!! Your joy and the joy you brought to others will be remembered by all that knew you. Aunty Olga, I am so sorry, all of my thoughts and love.
Kim Gatson
November 9, 2011
I can't even express how sad we were here in Omaha to get the devastating news that our friend Rob has unexpectedly passed away. What a huge loss for Olga and all the rest of us fortunate to call him our friend! He was one of my very favorite franchise owners because of his incredibly positive disposition and his charming and contagious smile! The world just is not as bright without Rob here to make us laugh! He will be sorely missed!!
Kim Gatson, NPI Omaha
Peter Michalakis
November 9, 2011
All the best Uncle Rob! Thanks so much for the fond memories I keep of the time we lived in Oman. Fishing and camping trips were ALWAYS better when you came! I'll miss your huge smile.
November 9, 2011
Our thoughts are with you. Keep the memories in your heart Olga. Rob's love and smile will always be with you. Love is eternal.
Litsa, Andreas and Clea Cyprus
Roland Bates
November 9, 2011
Rob Abbink was a tremendous individual. I enjoyed everyone phone call and every meeting I ever had with Rob. He was more than a business assocaite, he was also a friend. He touched my life and I will miss him greatly. Roland Bates, President, National Property Inspections, Inc.
Anna-Maria Cooper-Paraskeva
November 9, 2011
My memories of Robert in Dubai are those of a jolly, gentle giant. The love he and Olga shared over the many years they were together was a true inspiration and I hope the memories they made together will comfort her at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with Olga and her family.
Nick Garas
November 9, 2011
Rob my dear friend-I will miss you! although we were so far away for a long time I still often thought of you and the family, as I felt you part of my family.Olga I will pray for all the family as I really do miss you all and especially not seeing Rob in such a long time RIP my good friend!-Nick Garas
November 9, 2011
Dear Olga,
I was deeply saddened when I learned about Rob's passing.
My thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult time.
Be strong,
Love and a hug,
Josiane.
Mauritius.
Chandran MP
November 9, 2011
Our heartfelt condolence to Olga and family on the untimely departure of our great friend Rob. May god you give all the strength to accept this fact and move forward. We also pray God almighty to rest his soul in peace. Rob, we will miss you ...
Chandran & Family -- Dubai.
November 9, 2011
Dearest Olga, I extend my sincere condolences to you, your family and Rob's family. I hope that the fond memories of such a beautiful man, will somehow help you get through each day. You're in my prayers.
Fil Ruberto (Melbourne, Australia)
Elpida Tomazos
November 9, 2011
My prayers are with Olga and Family during this very difficult time. Rob will be missed greatly by all.
I remember the awesome days that ours families were together in Johannesburg like yesterday.
So Olga mou, although we are many many miles apart, know that you are close to heart, sending you blessings and may God grant you the strength each day.
Lots of Love
Elpida
Mersini & Popaki Tomazos
November 9, 2011
Olgaki mou we are thinking of you & wish we could be with you at this very difficult time, but please know that we send you all our love and hugs from far away Mersini & Popaki
Tara and Brejesh Davda
November 8, 2011
Sending our deepest condolences to Rob's family. We had the pleasure of having Rob inspect two potential homes for us this past summer and although we only met him twice, we felt as though we knew him for years. He was extremely friendly and kind and took the time to show my husband (who is currently working towards becoming a home inspector) what to look for. He will be missed.
Kevin Wood
November 8, 2011
My sympathy goes out to Olga and family. I will always remember Rob for being such a happy person and I spent many trips with him travelling around the Middle East, Africa and Europe.
I only contacted Rob about a month ago after more than 10 years and it was really good just to exchange a few emails.
I will always have fond memories of him.
RIP
Kevin Wood
Pat McNamara
November 7, 2011
One of the nicest persons I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I hired Rob when he was with Glenayre Electronics many years ago and posted him to Dubai. He and Olga made a fabulous team and I can honestly say he made a difference to the people he met and worked with. It was my honour to have have known him....Olga I am so sorry...but I bet he's playing golf with the Big Guy.... and telling some great stories too.
Wilson Rasmussen LLP
November 7, 2011
one of my all time favorite clients, he will be sorely missed, and all of our love to Olga, and to all who loved him. Andrea Rasmussen
November 7, 2011
I just want to send my condolences to Rob's family. Rob did many inspections for me and I always enjoyed his smile, positive disposition and patience explaining his findings to a prospective buyer. I was so shocked to hear of your loss and wanted to let you know he will be missed.
Scotti Alto (Homelife Benchmark Realty, White Rock)
Amitabh Chhabra
November 7, 2011
My sincerest condolenses to Rob's family. He was full of life.
May God give strength to the family to bear this loss
John Horchik
November 7, 2011
My sincerest condolences to all. Rob always brightened people's days. He was so full of life and joy. Rob was my number one home inspector to use and I always looked forward to seeing him. We had so many great conversations. He had a great impact on my life and I will never forget him.
Mike Dunne
November 7, 2011
Nance and I send our heartfelt condolences to Olga and all of Rob's family in this time of sadness. Although we only knew Rob personally for a few short years in Dubai, we never stopped being amazed at what a good man he was. I tried to describe Rob to some friends a few years ago and what emerged from that description was a man who lived life to the fullest. Rob taught me a lot about business and about life. We are thankful for knowing him and we pray that he is resting comfortably in God's right hand.
- Mike and Nance Dunne
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