We Remember
MACFARLANE, Robert “Bob”
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Bob passed away on September 5, 2020 at the age of 82. He is survived by his loving wife, Marlene; his daughters Brenda MacFarlane and Lanie (Kevin) Everatt; his sons Terry (Darlene), Robert “Bob” MacFarlane, and Rob Prasloski (Karen); his grandchildren Scott, Jason (Sherri), Chris, Kim, Nick, Desiree, Annette, Scarlett, and Bryson; and his great-grandchildren Aurora, Mavis, Emmeryn. He also leaves behind his mother-in-law Ida McDonald; nieces Lil (Urban) Bahan, Debbie (Frank) Wilson, Linda (Dave) Poirier, and Lori (Philip) Ruptrect; nephews Kevin (Sandi) MacFarlane and Grant (Elke) Webster; as well as his great-nieces and great-nephews who were loved so much: Robin (Brent), Jager, Urban Jr., Morgan, Reilly, Daniel (Fay), Derek (Christine), Stephanie, Jacqueline, Nicole, Danielle, and Johnathan. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Lillie; his brother Tom; and his sisters Shirley and Jean; as well as Dulcie, Charlene, Aspen, and Madison.
Bob was so proud to have grown to have grown up in East Calgary. Over the years his kind and adventurous spirit led Bob to be a Zoo Keeper, one of Calgary’s finest Police Service, and a loving and devoted husband, dad, uncle, and super grandpa. From the smallest puzzle to two gorgeous oak cradles, Bob completed so many wood working projects! He loved classical music even though country music was inbred. His love of theatre led him to volunteer for several years at the Kelowna Community Theatre. In recent years he was a member of the Vernon Gyro Club. His insatiable need was his love of hot dogs; it is a good thing Marlene controlled the grocery shopping. Bob loved his home, his special friends, every animal he could harbour, but, first and foremost was his unceasing love of family; especially his grandchildren. He was so blessed in the last 6 weeks to have two return to Kelowna to spend every day with him; thank you, Lanie and Kevin.
In lieu of flowers, we would like you to share an event – of special breakfast, a short trip, adopt a puppy, or even share a glass of wine with those you love.
A private family gathering will be held to honour Bob, due to the current pandemic restrictions it will be by invitation only. Interment will follow in Calgary, AB in the spring of 2021. If you wish to pay respects to the family please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
Dear Marlene and family,
I was very saddened to hear if Bob’s passing. I hope your happy memories will help you at this sad time.
With sympathy, Karen Copp
Marlene,
We were so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. We always appreciated his friendliness, warm smile, and kind words. Our thoughts are with you and the rest of your family during this difficult time.
Mike & Karen Quigley
We are so sad to learn of Bob’s passing. Our time together Dragon Boating is a very special memory. Bob’s unflappable good humour and generosity of spirit left us with good memories and profound appreciation for having the honour to know him.
Rest In Peace Bob. You were a special guy and friend.
Marlene, I didn’t know Bob, but I am sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at such a very sad time. Respectfully,, Marjene Postill
Nancy and I want to extend our deepest condolences to Bob’s family. I will always remember growing up next door to Bob and enjoying our high school years together. Our friendship continued on with many adventures throughout the years. He will be deeply missed.
Marlene what a loss to you, your family and the community. Hope to see you soon and give you a big hug, take care we are thinking of you and will say a prayer for him as the sun sets here in our campground in Powell River.
Dear Marlene and Family, Please accept my condolances. Bob will be so missed.
Willie Griffin
My deepest condolences to you Marlene and all your family.
My deepest condolences to you Marlene and all the family
Marlene, we are sorry to hear about the death of Bob. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Marlene, I am so sorry to hear about Bob, we only met briefly, but he seemed really nice & he made you happy, that’s what counts. Murray & my thoughts are with you.
My deepest sympathy.
We were very much saddened to learn of Bob’s passing. We grew to know him well in our years of friendship while we were in Kelowna, He entertained us with his tales of “Macfarlane’s Law” in Calgary. He was a kind and gentle man with a gift of woodworking. We have a few of his wonderful projects and use them to this day. Our most sincere condolences to Marlene and Bob’s family. We know that he will be missed. God bless him.
Our most sincere condolences to Marlene and all of Bob and Marlene’s family. In the years that we knew Bob he was a great friend, a gentleman, a family man and a fine woodworker. We marveled at his many completed projects. We will miss him.
My sincere condolences to Marlene, and your Family! Bob always had a smile!! And your home was a happy place…love to you all…
To the Family of Robert MacFarlane: I worked a couple months with Bob in the senior patrol car in greater Forest Lawn area. I enjoyed working with him, we had many laughs and most of all he was very dependable. I remember telling him of a true story of when I worked foot patrol in the zoo. On my first day there near the north entrance many visitors to the zoo had to pass me as I was in uniform and told to be visible. The large male ostrich came charging across his compound and ran into the fence near me and slung his neck over the fence trying to kill me. I was standing about 5-6 feet further than he could reach but he was very ill tempered and he was spitting at me and mucus was flying from his nostrils while slinging his head at me. I simply moved away and he watched me for a number of minutes. Numerous visitors wanted to know why he was so upset with me. I had no idea because this was my first shift. Later I told the Sgt. and he said that a former constable had befriended this ostrich by having him eat out of his hand. Then one day while feeding him he hit him on the head with his billy club. When I told Bob my story he had heard it and affectionately called this ostrich by name. Bob had also sat through the night with several zoo animals that were pregnant and about to give birth or had an operation and the zoo management / vet. wanted / needed to know they were ok. Bob and I also attended a friends funeral together who also sat nights watching zoo animals who were living with stressful health problems. His name was Lou and Bob had affectionately nick named him “Zoo Lou“. I in turn also started calling him Zoo Lou. I enjoyed Bob’s company and am sorry that we never kept our friendship in later years. He is missed and I feel your loss. Sincerely Dave.
I greatly enjoyed working with Bob back in the late 60’s, early 70’s…we attended basic training together in 68. I have not seen Bob for many years and often wondered where he went. Anyway, all my sympathies to his family..I will always remember his smile and friendly demeanour. Rest in Peace Bob……Jack Mullins at Calgary
Marlene and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Bob. He was a kind and gentle man. I will never be able to eat a hot dog or enjoy a glass of wine without keeping his memory in mind.
Our deepest condolences to you your family and friends. He was a delightful person and will be missed by many
Our fond memory of Bob was how much he loved to tease patrons at the theatre. He always thought he was soooo funny.
Marlene,
He looks lovely in that photo, and vibrant. What a beautiful relationship…
Condolences,
Janna Bentley
Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family always. Stay strong with your memories together
Dear Marlene…sending deepest condolences to you & your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
When I heard of Bob’s death, the first and foremost thing that came to mind was that he was truly a good man. Something that all men should aspire to be. Well done Bob..
My deepest condolences to your family from a current brother in blue in Calgary.