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Gord and Barb Leamen posted a condolence
No words can describe how sorry I am to hear of Rob's passing. I will always remember his laugh when I always got him mixed up with his brother Rick. Could never tell them apart. Please know you are in our prayers. If there is anything that Gord or I can do to help, please don't hesitate to call. Warmest condolences, Gord and Barb Leamen, Goderich
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Catherine Lovett posted a condolence
No words can describe how sorry I am to hear of Rob's passing. I will always remember his laugh when I always got him mixed up with his brother Rick. Could never tell them apart. Please know you are in our prayers. Warmest condolences, Catherine Lovett London (formerly Goderich)
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Joanne (Buchanan) & Clayton Downs posted a condolence
What a gentle sole with an infectious laugh! It was wonderful to reconnect and find out just how small our world is and how connected our circles were. We are shocked and saddened for Rob's sudden death and will pray for all of the family in the coming days. The Downs Family of London (formerly Goderich).
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Heather Gifford posted a condolence
I had only just got to know Rob the past few years and quickly realized what a beautiful Soul he was. Kind, generous, funny and handsome. I will miss our funny "inside" jokes and chats at our office. You will be missed friend. Thoughts, prayers and big hugs to Robs family.
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Brent Reid and Hubert Bonnet posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathies to you Dan and the boys .Our thoughts are with you
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Capt Glenn Allaire posted a condolence
I'm so sorry to hear about your sudden loss. I hope that Jamie, Juston and you are able to reflect on the wonderful times you had with Rob. I saw some of them on Google Plus and they'll always be with you. The thoughts and prayers of 27 Squadron staff are with you and the boys. Capt Glenn Allaire 27 Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets
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Nancy and Junior White posted a condolence
Our hearts just ache for Del and her family...Rob was such great guy with that laugh........our thoughts and prayers are with all of Rob's loved ones.....Cherish your memories......Nancy and Junior White...
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Maryann and Wayne Warner posted a condolence
Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your family and friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Janie and Justin at this difficult time. We love you
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Lindsay Reid posted a condolence
Rob and I became fast friends.. he was kind, funny, sweet and someone I could always count on.. he was a great inspiration and was always striving to do better - his motivation was one of a kind. The love he had for Dan and his boys was incredible and even more so for his wombmate Rick.. this sudden passing is a terrible tragedy and he will be forever missed.. I can't imagine this world without him and I am thinking about his family during this time xo
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Gail Snyder posted a condolence
I knew Rob and Rick through our work at CIBC years ago. I could never tell the two of them apart either. Rob was a wonderful funny, generous person with a heart of gold. I will always treasure the many memories I have of Rob. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time of sorrow.
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Sandra Brown posted a condolence
I can't believe it! It seems like yesterday when Aunt Delila was pregnant with Rob and Rick! I remember Aunt Delila telling mom that there was no way she was having twins...She couldn't believe it! What were the chances of having two sets of twins but twin boys it was and they brought so much joy to the family! I remember Rob and Rick at about age 8 or 9 singing a duet in the kitchen at Aunt Delila's. Now you can imagine that everyone is in the kitchen, probably about 10 to 12 screaming kids counting cousins and half a dozen adults and these two belting out the song "Puppy Love" if I remember correctly! There was no singing career but Rob turned out to be such a great person with amazing values! I could see how much he loved his kids the time he brought them up to see my dad (his uncle Dave) in Kincardine. Rob, you will be missed by so many people as you were such an amazing person! Your cousin Sandra.
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Sherry McMenemy posted a condolence
I worked with Rob at CIBC many years ago, where we gave him the nickname of "Bobby Newboy", which continued even though he had been there several years. He was kind to everyone, and always helped out with whatever needed to be done. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Robin posted a condolence
My heart breaks for Juston and Jamie and Rob and the whole family. I didn't know Rob for long, but quickly got such a wonderful sense of how much of a loving father he really was. He cared so deeply for his children and wanted nothing but the best for his 2 boys. It was a pleasure to know him, even though that time was short. My thoughts and prayers are with the boys, Dan, and Rob's family. God bless, Robin (teacher)
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Wayne & Gwen Doak posted a condolence
Sending the Geddes Family our deepest sympathy in the loss of Rob who was a joy to be around. He will be greatly missed. Keep your memories close as they will help you to get through this. Hugs to all
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Bill and Jo-Anne Wraith and Family posted a condolence
Del, and the Geddes families. We were so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. (((HUGS))).
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Shirley Erb posted a condolence
Del,and the Deddes families. Sorry to hear of Rob's passing. My Deepest Sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.17
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Ray & Anne Black posted a condolence
Dell , & all the Geddes families, to Dan and your boys , our deepest sympathy in your loss , Rob will be dearly missed, but you will all have great memories to hold dear to your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ...... (((( HUGS )))
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Angela Duncan-Kent posted a condolence
My heart breaks for you Del and all the Geddes family. The loss of a loved one is so painful. You are all in our hearts as you deal with these hard times.
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Mary Lynn Willis posted a condolence
Dell and family I am lost for words. As our families go way back as friends it is as if I have lost one of my own family members. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Michael Bowers posted a condolence
May your light forever shine.......... you are in my prayers, my thoughts and prayers also go out to your husband and your boys. R.I.P my friend, for we shall all gather together again one bright day.
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Val (Park) and Mike Bendig posted a condolence
Del and family: so sorry for your loss; our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
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Kim & Travis Teed posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Such a wonderful light will gleam high in the sky as he watches over all of you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, Kim & Travis Teed & family
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Betty Stanley posted a condolence
Deepest sympathies to Jim and Chris and the rest of the family on the passing of your brother, sorry to hear
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Pat Johnston & Bob Desjardins posted a condolence
Deb & the family of Rob "Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." ~Author Unknown We were very sorry to read of Rob's passing, thinking of you at this sad time. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories that you have had with him.
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Brigitte Kessler-Lichtensteiger posted a condolence
gone to early , but you will never be forgotten. Your beautiful smile, heart, love for everybody, love for animals, love for life and most of all, LOVE for your FAMILY , is what I will remember you most. Truly one of the most compassionate man I have ever met and feel priviledged of calling you my friend. My heart aches for you Dan , Jamie and Juston, may Rob watch over you as your guardian angel from here on and may he live in your heart forever. my deepest Sympathy Brigitte Kessler-Lichtensteiger and Family
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Tom & Dianne Dickson posted a condolence
Del, Jim and all the Geddes families we send our heartfelt sympathy. We are sorry we can't extend this message in person. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you at this sad time.
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Gillian Archibald posted a condolence
I had the privilege of working with Rob when I was Juston's teacher. He was an inspirational parent who was both supportive and enthusiastic. I appreciated getting to know him and his amazing family. Rob was truly a wonderful man and I'm so glad I got to know him. My thoughts are with Juston, Jamie and Dan, and I wish them all the best.
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ron buston posted a condolence
Deeply saddened by the news...my love and heartfelt sympathy to Dan and his boys and to Rob's family..
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Tony Verberne posted a condolence
Dan On behalf of our curling team , I offer you and your family our deepest condolences ,can't imagine what you are going through at this moment. Rob will be greatly missed on and off the ice
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Jane Archibald posted a condolence
I am so devasted by the news of Rob's passing. He was a delightful man and amazing parent. His total committment to his boys was so evident every day, as was their love and respect for him. My thoughts are with Dan, Juston and Jamie as they try to cope with such a profound loss.
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Phyllis Scott and Family posted a condolence
Del, and the Geddes families. We are so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories .
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Alex Schoemaker posted a condolence
My condolences and deepest sympathy for the Geddes family regarding Robs unexpected passing…. Far, far too young...
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Kirk McCullough posted a condolence
I was fortunate enough to know Rob through teaching his two amazing boys. He was an incredible man and could have run a "How To Be A Great Parent" class. Patient, loving and fair, just incredible all around. My thoughts are with Jamie, Juston and Dan. Know that you have the sympathy and love of the whole Jackman family.
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Jerry and Cathy Hakkers posted a condolence
I have known Rob since we were 5 years old,buddies in kindergarten that continued through high school. My first room mates(Rick) when I moved to London. We had some good times... great memories. Our sincere condolences to Dan and the boys as well as the entire Geddes Family.
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Alida Jordaan posted a condolence
The world has lost a great soul - a person I was just getting to know - with genuine concern for others and always ready to chat about his boys and so proud of his family. I will miss him and I know that his passing will leave a space that not even Time will fill. My thoughts and prayers are with Rick and Dan and the Boys as well Rob and Rick's mom and the rest of the family. Take comfort in the knowledge that he will forever be in your heart.
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Sara Cheng posted a condolence
Rob (with his loving partner) was a great dad to Jamie and Justin. I enjoyed working with him to teach his boys while they were at Jackman. The day that the adoption when through was a happy day for the family, and for so many of us around them. Rob will be missed, and I wish Dan and his boys strength and continued love and growth.
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Steve, Sandra, Shawna and Shelsie Popp posted a condolence
Dan, Jamie, Justin, Del and families We were so sorry to hear about Rob. Our prayers and sympathies are with you.
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Debbie and Dale Duncan posted a condolence
To the love of Rob... Thinking of you all... The world has lost an amazing person but will never be forgotten for his generosity and kind heart.
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Carol and Mike King posted a condolence
To Deb and all of the Geddes family...our deepest sympathies on Rob's passing. Cherish the memories. Bless...
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LARRY AND JANE BOYD posted a condolence
Our prayers go out to the Del and all the Geddes families.
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Chris Hutcheson posted a condolence
I'm so sorry to hear about this Dan. My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Robert S Dykeman posted a condolence
Dearest Dan, Jamie and Juston ... My thoughts and prayers are with you while you travel down the path of a husband and father passing. I have fond memories of Rob; especially his love and devotion for you Dan, a recall a conversation I had with Rob the night prior to your wedding; he was so happy and excited to have found a partner, friend, to share his life with. Dan you were his soul mate; I can recall the expression on your faces reflected that while Brent preformed your wedding ceremony. Jamie and Juston your father was very proud you and he will live in you for the rest of your lives, through the support an guidance of your many uncles and aunts. Much love to all ........ Rob
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Sheila Papple posted a condolence
Del, Chris and all the Geddes family. I was so very sorry to hear of Rob's passing....please know you are in my thoughts at this sad and difficult time.
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Floyd Herman posted a condolence
What a pleasure it was to teach Rob and Rick at Colborne School. Such well-mannered and fun-loving boys......no surprise given the great family from which they came. I treasure my memories of those days, and am so very sorry to hear of Rob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Floyd Herman posted a condolence
What a pleasure it was to teach Rob and Rick at Colborne School. Such well-mannered and fun-loving boys......no surprise given the great family from which they came. I treasure my memories of those days, and am so very sorry to hear of Rob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Wes Hull posted a condolence
On behalf of the Thames Valley Curling league I would like to pass along our deepest sympathies. Rob was a terrific team mate, opponent, and a joy to have in our league. Getting to know him over the last two years has been a pleasure and a privilege. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
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David Self and John McAuley posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathies go out to the Geddes Family, to Dan and your sons, Jamie and Juston for your loss. To Dan and the boys, we hope that your love will become stronger and that you will find happiness in the future, and hope you find strength in one another in your your loss for your spouse and your father. Dan, know that our thoughts are with you all and that although we did not know Rob well, we knew you were both happy together and that your love was big enough to share with your sons. Praying that your pain will be gentle and that your suffering will heal with time. There are no ways to comfort when the loss is so great, only know that there are those that care. Our prayers will be with all of you over the next while. David and John
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Tracy Melick-Mero and family posted a condolence
Thinking of you Chris and you family. So sorry for your loss. My thoughs and prayers are with you.
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Connie Sowerby posted a condolence
My thoughts are with Dan, Jamie , Justin and all the Geddes family. Rob was one of those people that you are lucky enough to have in your life and I'm happy to say that I was able to know him during our childhood and I was able to called him a friend. RIP Rob!
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Rose & Roy Irish posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this sorrowful time. Please let me know how I can help in any way .Del our prayers are with you at this time.
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Shaune Palmer posted a condolence
The Verlinden family, Rob, Dan, Jamie and Juston held a special place in the hearts of the Jackman School staff. We missed them when they moved on to London to be close to their extended family. We are so sad to hear of Rob's passing. He was an incredible human being and an inspiration to many parents and educators. My deepest condolences .
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Zenaida, Gus, Sofia & Aleni posted a condolence
We often joked about how our two families were connected ... mirrors ... likenesses and not ... but we are so much more aware now as we feel torn and so saddened. What an intense presence in our lives ... the love, the understanding, the fabulous dark humour and the inability to pass without deep concern. We love you ... our little family is still there waiting for the moments that you need us as we continue to love you all ... Juston, Jamie, and Dan. We know that Rob will always be there looking over you. We can feel his great pride in what you have become and what you will grow to be.
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Bernard Stricker & Gabriel Ramirez posted a condolence
Danny, we are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of your husband Rob and father for Jamie and Juston. We express our deepest sympathy to Dan, Jamie, Juston, twin-brother Rick and families and pray that you may receive strength, peace and comfort in a time where everything seems incomprehensible. Rob, you were a big part of my life. I have so many unforgettable memories! You fulfilled your dream of having your own family! You accomplished so much in your life with your great sense of intuition, creativity, love and compassion for others. Always cracking a funny joke! Never a boring moment! You will keep watching over your beloved family! You will be missed so much, but will live on in our hearts forever!
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Shirley Burnham posted a condolence
Dear Delilah and Family: Our deepest condolences and know that our thoughts are with you and the kids today. I can not express how sorry we are. It just seems like yesterday that all our kids were running around together down at Aunt Dellas. Love and Hugs
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Rob and Kathy (Dunn) Glenn posted a condolence
We are thinking of all of you during this very sad time. Rob will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Peter Hawkins & Arnon Melo posted a condolence
Dear Danny, Jamie and Juston, we know there are no words to comfort you but we do want you to know how special Rob's life was and how he is remembered by us. His laugh is the first thing. He could see the humour in some of the smallest things. We remember that pause and then the laugh from so many parties. Next of course is his hospitality. He (and you) shared so much with so many. Thank you! You built many memories for yourselves but also for your friends. Thank you. And finally for his good will. Rob was kind, devoted to his family and generous with his spirit. We didn't see him enough and now we miss him even more. We send you all our prayers. Love and Hugs...Arnon and Peter
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Karen Dunn posted a condolence
Thoughts and prayers are with you all! Heaven has a new angel, with an infectious laugh, a sense of humour, and a gentle caring love for life, watching over us. All be it, far too soon ...
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Hazlitt and Lobb family posted a condolence
Our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
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Dianne & Harold Leddy posted a condolence
Dear Del and family Our sincere sympathy in the passing of Rob - our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time -Hugs
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Jean Drummond posted a condolence
Dan. Sorry for your loss. My funny memory of Rob was at your Christmas party just past. He made those amazing tarts and I was willing to ply him with alcohol to get his baking secrets. But he was so willing to share. Then later that night I wanted to ask him more baking tips, stopped him in the hall. Except no it was not him, but someone who looked like him. While I quizzed him; then low and behold he saunters by. Eye tricks, seeing double, too much booze for Jean?
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Rebecca Haubrich (Becky Morris) posted a condolence
Dan, We never met, but I was an old pal of Rob's from high school and college and into our twenties. We were each other's standby dates for years. It was understood that if you had an event to attend and didn't have a "real" date, we always had each other. It was also understood, that if a "real" date did come up, then we would drop each other instantly & there would be no hard feelings, because hey - we were great friends and wanted the other to have their chance at love. For special occasions, we also took on the task (in our minds anyway) of being the best dressed (joking). Rob always wanted to know what I would be wearing so that he would be sure his suit and tie would coordinate or match. I posted a picture on Facebook of the two of us before a wedding - me in a peach dress, him in black suit with newly purchased knitted (it was cool at the time) peach tie. He would often underestimate the time to get somewhere and we would border on or be late. It didn't really bother me that much - I was quite used to it. In fact, the wedding we attended in the peach, I left without him. He was late and I wasn't going to miss my friend's wedding. In Rob's great style, he came charging into the church just in front of the bride. I mean JUST - like the music for the bridal party was playing - and he just ran in front of her. But how could anyone stay mad at that smile? Everyone just chuckled - most of us knew him and would have expected nothing less. Another story that I'm not sure if Rick or Rob ever knew was that I asked BOTH of them to the GDCI formal. Yes, both. They both worked at Cutt's grocery store and I often stopped in and chatted as long as I could without them getting in trouble. Well, I asked Rob if he'd go to the formal with me one day at Cutt's. He was considering, as he had a crush he was still holding out hope for. Rick also worked at Becker's, and upon chatting with him at his store, I thought Rob worked there too, and accidentally asked about the formal to Rick as well. As luck would have it, they both turned me down (WHEW!) In preparation for all of us attending Fanshawe, Rick and Rob drove me and my roommates (also twins) Karen & Kathy to London in Rick and Rob's tiny little Honda Civic. Five of us crammed wasn't that comfortable, but what a blast we had… until we hit a speed bump and bottomed out. Yes, five adults in a Civic… not sure what we were thinking. We ended up deciding to live in the same complex in London - Dorvan. I'm not sure what it is called now, but at the time, it was quite a hole. We called ourselves Dorvanian. Rick will remember singing the Forgotten Rebels songs over and over and over - especially "Bored and Rich". We would substitute the word Rich for Student and think we were very clever and hilarious. We lived in different buildings, but just across the parking lot from each other, and if I wasn't at our apartment, 99% sure, I was at Rick and Rob's. We did what college students do, and MANY Thursday nights were party nights. It was good to host a party too - that way you got to keep the empties! Without a car, the three of us would load up a shopping cart from the nearby strip mall with empties and sometimes one of us, and head to the beer store for "free beer night" - meaning, we had enough empties to buy beer without having to spend our own money. What is better than FREE beer? Free beer with great friends. Rick and Rob's bank was downtown and for a big thrill, we would ride the bus the full loop - from our apartment, downtown, and then RUN into the bank and back out and try to catch the same bus back. Doesn't sound like fun, but I thought it was. Doesn't take much for an 18 and two 19 year olds to have fun. My birthday and my roomies birthday is only 1 day apart, and it was our first time away from home on our birthdays. Their was a knock at the door and voila - here was Rick and Rob with birthday cake in hand. Hard to believe we were only turning 18! This was yet another time that Rob could pull out his "Womb Mates" terminology - not just for him and Rick, but for Karen and Kathy too. I also remember Rick & Rob's townhouse that was near Fanshawe. Moving them in and setting up the waterbeds. Those things took forever to heat, and if I remember correctly, Rick fell asleep on his before it was warm and got sick. Anyway, Rick & Rob kept their lease, but left the townhouse empty for a while over the summer. Something happened and they had a fire in their kitchen when they weren't home. The fire department put it out, but there was a lot of smoke damage -- including my hide-a-bed couch in their living room! Oh well, it was ugly anyway. When College was over and we all started working, Rob and I were each other's dates for office events too. He was loved by my co-workers at the Assessment Office and we always had a ball and danced a ton. This wasn't long after Dirty Dancing came out and we would always pretend we were in the famous scene and Rob would ask if I was ready to do the move - the lift that Patrick Swayze did with Jennifer Grey. Of course, I was too heavy and we never knew what the heck we were doing, but after a few drinks, we thought it was a good idea. It never worked, but it was always fun. At one of Rob's bank parties in Goderich, we were dancing in one of his co-workers homes on their hardwood floor, and he tried to dip me. He definitely dipped me… and dropped me on my head. This was a bit of a party killer, and even though it hurt, neither of us could stop laughing. He walked home with me and for some reason, we thought we should try it again. Yes, in the snow, and the good news? The snow didn't hurt as much as the hardwood -- he dropped me again. After a night like that, it was hard to tell if I was hungover or concussed, but no matter - it was still fun. I moved to Calgary in 1993, and he was my last "date" before I left. We attended a friend's wedding and had a wonderful time. It was very hard to say goodbye to him and a few tears were shed. I cannot believe that was the last time I saw him face to face. We kept in touch by phone for quite a while, but then drifted for a while. Next time we got in touch, you two were married and he was thrilled. He shared a bunch of pictures and was so happy. I was happy to be back in touch too - sorry that we missed a few years. I am so sad that he is gone, but I can't help but smile every time I think of him. He could make me laugh on my worst day and even though the miles separated us, I still felt like he was my friend. I cannot imagine what you are going through and what your boys are going through. I wish I could take some of the hurt away, but only time will ease that. I hope sharing a few stories about Rob will help a little. Take care… Rebecca
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Rebecca Haubrich (Becky Morris) posted a condolence
Dan, We never met, but I was an old pal of Rob's from high school and college and into our twenties. We were each other's standby dates for years. It was understood that if you had an event to attend and didn't have a "real" date, we always had each other. It was also understood, that if a "real" date did come up, then we would drop each other instantly & there would be no hard feelings, because hey - we were great friends and wanted the other to have their chance at love. For special occasions, we also took on the task (in our minds anyway) of being the best dressed (joking). Rob always wanted to know what I would be wearing so that he would be sure his suit and tie would coordinate or match. I posted a picture on Facebook of the two of us before a wedding - me in a peach dress, him in black suit with newly purchased knitted (it was cool at the time) peach tie. He would often underestimate the time to get somewhere and we would border on or be late. It didn't really bother me that much - I was quite used to it. In fact, the wedding we attended in the peach, I left without him. He was late and I wasn't going to miss my friend's wedding. In Rob's great style, he came charging into the church just in front of the bride. I mean JUST - like the music for the bridal party was playing - and he just ran in front of her. But how could anyone stay mad at that smile? Everyone just chuckled - most of us knew him and would have expected nothing less. Another story that I'm not sure if Rick or Rob ever knew was that I asked BOTH of them to the GDCI formal. Yes, both. They both worked at Cutt's grocery store and I often stopped in and chatted as long as I could without them getting in trouble. Well, I asked Rob if he'd go to the formal with me one day at Cutt's. He was considering, as he had a crush he was still holding out hope for. Rick also worked at Becker's, and upon chatting with him at his store, I thought Rob worked there too, and accidentally asked about the formal to Rick as well. As luck would have it, they both turned me down (WHEW!) In preparation for all of us attending Fanshawe, Rick and Rob drove me and my roommates (also twins) Karen & Kathy to London in Rick and Rob's tiny little Honda Civic. Five of us crammed wasn't that comfortable, but what a blast we had… until we hit a speed bump and bottomed out. Yes, five adults in a Civic… not sure what we were thinking. We ended up deciding to live in the same complex in London - Dorvan. I'm not sure what it is called now, but at the time, it was quite a hole. We called ourselves Dorvanian. Rick will remember singing the Forgotten Rebels songs over and over and over - especially "Bored and Rich". We would substitute the word Rich for Student and think we were very clever and hilarious. We lived in different buildings, but just across the parking lot from each other, and if I wasn't at our apartment, 99% sure, I was at Rick and Rob's. We did what college students do, and MANY Thursday nights were party nights. It was good to host a party too - that way you got to keep the empties! Without a car, the three of us would load up a shopping cart from the nearby strip mall with empties and sometimes one of us, and head to the beer store for "free beer night" - meaning, we had enough empties to buy beer without having to spend our own money. What is better than FREE beer? Free beer with great friends. Rick and Rob's bank was downtown and for a big thrill, we would ride the bus the full loop - from our apartment, downtown, and then RUN into the bank and back out and try to catch the same bus back. Doesn't sound like fun, but I thought it was. Doesn't take much for an 18 and two 19 year olds to have fun. My birthday and my roomies birthday is only 1 day apart, and it was our first time away from home on our birthdays. Their was a knock at the door and voila - here was Rick and Rob with birthday cake in hand. Hard to believe we were only turning 18! This was yet another time that Rob could pull out his "Womb Mates" terminology - not just for him and Rick, but for Karen and Kathy too. I also remember Rick & Rob's townhouse that was near Fanshawe. Moving them in and setting up the waterbeds. Those things took forever to heat, and if I remember correctly, Rick fell asleep on his before it was warm and got sick. Anyway, Rick & Rob kept their lease, but left the townhouse empty for a while over the summer. Something happened and they had a fire in their kitchen when they weren't home. The fire department put it out, but there was a lot of smoke damage -- including my hide-a-bed couch in their living room! Oh well, it was ugly anyway. When College was over and we all started working, Rob and I were each other's dates for office events too. He was loved by my co-workers at the Assessment Office and we always had a ball and danced a ton. This wasn't long after Dirty Dancing came out and we would always pretend we were in the famous scene and Rob would ask if I was ready to do the move - the lift that Patrick Swayze did with Jennifer Grey. Of course, I was too heavy and we never knew what the heck we were doing, but after a few drinks, we thought it was a good idea. It never worked, but it was always fun. At one of Rob's bank parties in Goderich, we were dancing in one of his co-workers homes on their hardwood floor, and he tried to dip me. He definitely dipped me… and dropped me on my head. This was a bit of a party killer, and even though it hurt, neither of us could stop laughing. He walked home with me and for some reason, we thought we should try it again. Yes, in the snow, and the good news? The snow didn't hurt as much as the hardwood -- he dropped me again. After a night like that, it was hard to tell if I was hungover or concussed, but no matter - it was still fun. I moved to Calgary in 1993, and he was my last "date" before I left. We attended a friend's wedding and had a wonderful time. It was very hard to say goodbye to him and a few tears were shed. I cannot believe that was the last time I saw him face to face. We kept in touch by phone for quite a while, but then drifted for a while. Next time we got in touch, you two were married and he was thrilled. He shared a bunch of pictures and was so happy. I was happy to be back in touch too - sorry that we missed a few years. I am so sad that he is gone, but I can't help but smile every time I think of him. He could make me laugh on my worst day and even though the miles separated us, I still felt like he was my friend. I cannot imagine what you are going through and what your boys are going through. I wish I could take some of the hurt away, but only time will ease that. I hope sharing a few stories about Rob will help a little. Take care… Rebecca
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Rebecca Haubrich (Becky Morris) posted a condolence
Dan, We never met, but I was an old pal of Rob's from high school and college and into our twenties. We were each other's standby dates for years. It was understood that if you had an event to attend and didn't have a "real" date, we always had each other. It was also understood, that if a "real" date did come up, then we would drop each other instantly & there would be no hard feelings, because hey - we were great friends and wanted the other to have their chance at love. For special occasions, we also took on the task (in our minds anyway) of being the best dressed (joking). Rob always wanted to know what I would be wearing so that he would be sure his suit and tie would coordinate or match. I posted a picture on Facebook of the two of us before a wedding - me in a peach dress, him in black suit with newly purchased knitted (it was cool at the time) peach tie. He would often underestimate the time to get somewhere and we would border on or be late. It didn't really bother me that much - I was quite used to it. In fact, the wedding we attended in the peach, I left without him. He was late and I wasn't going to miss my friend's wedding. In Rob's great style, he came charging into the church just in front of the bride. I mean JUST - like the music for the bridal party was playing - and he just ran in front of her. But how could anyone stay mad at that smile? Everyone just chuckled - most of us knew him and would have expected nothing less. Another story that I'm not sure if Rick or Rob ever knew was that I asked BOTH of them to the GDCI formal. Yes, both. They both worked at Cutt's grocery store and I often stopped in and chatted as long as I could without them getting in trouble. Well, I asked Rob if he'd go to the formal with me one day at Cutt's. He was considering, as he had a crush he was still holding out hope for. Rick also worked at Becker's, and upon chatting with him at his store, I thought Rob worked there too, and accidentally asked about the formal to Rick as well. As luck would have it, they both turned me down (WHEW!) In preparation for all of us attending Fanshawe, Rick and Rob drove me and my roommates (also twins) Karen & Kathy to London in Rick and Rob's tiny little Honda Civic. Five of us crammed wasn't that comfortable, but what a blast we had… until we hit a speed bump and bottomed out. Yes, five adults in a Civic… not sure what we were thinking. We ended up deciding to live in the same complex in London - Dorvan. I'm not sure what it is called now, but at the time, it was quite a hole. We called ourselves Dorvanian. Rick will remember singing the Forgotten Rebels songs over and over and over - especially "Bored and Rich". We would substitute the word Rich for Student and think we were very clever and hilarious. We lived in different buildings, but just across the parking lot from each other, and if I wasn't at our apartment, 99% sure, I was at Rick and Rob's. We did what college students do, and MANY Thursday nights were party nights. It was good to host a party too - that way you got to keep the empties! Without a car, the three of us would load up a shopping cart from the nearby strip mall with empties and sometimes one of us, and head to the beer store for "free beer night" - meaning, we had enough empties to buy beer without having to spend our own money. What is better than FREE beer? Free beer with great friends. Rick and Rob's bank was downtown and for a big thrill, we would ride the bus the full loop - from our apartment, downtown, and then RUN into the bank and back out and try to catch the same bus back. Doesn't sound like fun, but I thought it was. Doesn't take much for an 18 and two 19 year olds to have fun. My birthday and my roomies birthday is only 1 day apart, and it was our first time away from home on our birthdays. Their was a knock at the door and voila - here was Rick and Rob with birthday cake in hand. Hard to believe we were only turning 18! This was yet another time that Rob could pull out his "Womb Mates" terminology - not just for him and Rick, but for Karen and Kathy too. I also remember Rick & Rob's townhouse that was near Fanshawe. Moving them in and setting up the waterbeds. Those things took forever to heat, and if I remember correctly, Rick fell asleep on his before it was warm and got sick. Anyway, Rick & Rob kept their lease, but left the townhouse empty for a while over the summer. Something happened and they had a fire in their kitchen when they weren't home. The fire department put it out, but there was a lot of smoke damage -- including my hide-a-bed couch in their living room! Oh well, it was ugly anyway. When College was over and we all started working, Rob and I were each other's dates for office events too. He was loved by my co-workers at the Assessment Office and we always had a ball and danced a ton. This wasn't long after Dirty Dancing came out and we would always pretend we were in the famous scene and Rob would ask if I was ready to do the move - the lift that Patrick Swayze did with Jennifer Grey. Of course, I was too heavy and we never knew what the heck we were doing, but after a few drinks, we thought it was a good idea. It never worked, but it was always fun. At one of Rob's bank parties in Goderich, we were dancing in one of his co-workers homes on their hardwood floor, and he tried to dip me. He definitely dipped me… and dropped me on my head. This was a bit of a party killer, and even though it hurt, neither of us could stop laughing. He walked home with me and for some reason, we thought we should try it again. Yes, in the snow, and the good news? The snow didn't hurt as much as the hardwood -- he dropped me again. After a night like that, it was hard to tell if I was hungover or concussed, but no matter - it was still fun. I moved to Calgary in 1993, and he was my last "date" before I left. We attended a friend's wedding and had a wonderful time. It was very hard to say goodbye to him and a few tears were shed. I cannot believe that was the last time I saw him face to face. We kept in touch by phone for quite a while, but then drifted for a while. Next time we got in touch, you two were married and he was thrilled. He shared a bunch of pictures and was so happy. I was happy to be back in touch too - sorry that we missed a few years. I am so sad that he is gone, but I can't help but smile every time I think of him. He could make me laugh on my worst day and even though the miles separated us, I still felt like he was my friend. I cannot imagine what you are going through and what your boys are going through. I wish I could take some of the hurt away, but only time will ease that. I hope sharing a few stories about Rob will help a little. Take care… Rebecca
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Dennis & Barb Powell posted a condolence
Oh deepest sympathy to Del, Dan, Jamie, Juston and families.
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Steve Campey posted a condolence
It is with the fondest of memories I write this - Danny - my deepest sympathies -I know you shared an amazing bond with an extraordinary individual. To the Geddes family - my sincere condolences at the loss of your beloved. It has been a number of years since our lives in London crossed paths, but I am certainly glad we had the opportunity. Rob is always one who I will remember as being kind, considerate, and fun loving. In my life - one who will always "stand out", and very much considered - gone - too soon...
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Bernard Mitchell (Mitch) posted a condolence
Rob and I met 25 years ago while I was living in Key West, FL. He had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone at anytime. Condolences to his brother Rick and the Geddes family; his husband and their boys. So long for now ole friend, til we meet again.
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Jay Brownlee posted a condolence
Dan, My thoughts are with you and the boys. It was a great amount of fun to be teammates with you and Rob last year, and I will miss him greatly. He always had a smile and was the first to laugh. I hope you, Rick the boys and your entire family can look back on those times and remember all the joy he brought into everyone'e life. I know the entire Thames Valley Curling League and the Club itself is feeling a small part of your pain, but smile, and know that everyone was a better person for having met Rob, and he will be missed.
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Sari Stillman posted a condolence
It was truly a honour getting to know Rob went I taught his son. His unyielding love for his boys was evident every time we spoke. He was a loving and devoted father to Jamie and Juston. Dan, Jamie and Juston, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/guestbooks/thestar/robert-edward-geddes-rob-condolences/174297350?cid=full#sthash.qeaNF1j4.dpuf
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