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Robert Simpson (Bob) Brophy

February 8, 2008

Brophy, Robert Simpson (Bob)

May 4, 1920 - Feb. 8, 2008

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba May 4, 1920, passed away peacefully at Dufferin Place February 8, 2008 to remain alive in the hearts and memories of his loving family. Predeceased by his loving wife of 53 years Jean Margaret (Peggy) in 1996, his brother Art in 1997 and his companion Josie Oblak in 2005. Survived by son Robert Jr., (Annabell), daughter Diane Norman (Terry), son Michael (Vicki), grandchildren; Michelle Leigh (Dave), Karma Brophy (Jonathon) Bartlett, Greg Norman (Laura), Megan, Erin, Nathan, Sandy and Will. Great grandchildren; Brandon and Madison Leigh, Aynsley Norman and Lia Bartlett. Special thank you to the staff at Dufferin Place.

A celebration of his life will be held at First Memorial Funeral Services, 1720 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, B.C., on Friday February 22, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Dan Adam officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Bob’s memory to a charity of your choice.



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