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DOBSON: Robert (Bob) of London, and formerly of Usborne Township

May 13, 2015 By Haskett Funeral Homes 21 Condolences

DOBSON: Robert (Bob) of London, and formerly of Usborne Township

Peacefully, at his residence, on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, of London and formerly of Usborne Township, in his 78th year.  Beloved partner of Margaret Reid.  Dear father of Terri Parsons, and Lynne Dobson both of Goderich, and Rodney Dobson of Seaforth. Dear grandfather of Marissa and Kaylie Dobson. Bob will be missed by Marg’s children Heather and Brian Romphf of Parkhill, and Lori Kelly (and the late Craig) of Ilderton, and their families.  Dear brother and brother-in-law of Rosemary and Bill Schaefer of St. Marys, Sandra Dobson of Exeter, and Joyce Dobson of Clinton.  Predeceased by his son-in-law Mike Parsons, sister Christine Eveleigh and her husband Allan, and brothers Ross and Larry.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Friday from 9:30 – 10:30 AM, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, May 15th at 11 AM with Bob Heywood officiating.  Interment Exeter Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Make-A-Wish Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.

DOBSON: Robert (Bob) of London, and formerly of Usborne Township

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  1. Rick and Shelley

    May 26, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    Lynne, Terri and Family

    Very sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
    Take comfort in all your memories.

    Thinking of you all

  2. Gary Heywood

    May 22, 2015 at 8:43 AM

    My sincere condolences to all Rob families.

  3. Greg & Carrie Parsons

    May 17, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    Terri & Lynne

    We are very sorry to hear about your dad. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Greg, Carrie & family

  4. John & Arlene Berendsen

    May 17, 2015 at 5:58 AM

    Thinking of your family and sending our heartfelt condolences. Memories are a treasure

  5. Mike and JoAnne Pickering

    May 15, 2015 at 10:46 PM

    Terri, Lynne, Rodney and family our deepest sympathy in you dads passing. Hoping your memories will help you through this sad time.Mike and JoAnne Pickering

  6. Lynn, Rick, Brian & Sarah Hope

    May 15, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Lynne, Terri and Rodney

    Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

    Lynn

  7. Kandice and Steve Austin

    May 15, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    Terri, Lynne, and Rodney:
    Just want you to know my thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time.Sorry to here about Uncle Bob.

  8. Kim and Kevin Hern

    May 14, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    Terri, Lynne and Rodney,
    We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
    Kevin and Kim

  9. Bill and Bernice Thompson

    May 14, 2015 at 11:32 AM

    Sincere condolences to all of Bob’s Family.Bill has many memories of working and playing golf with Bob.

  10. Yvonne Elliott

    May 14, 2015 at 11:15 AM

    To Marg & all the Dobson Family
    The Dobson family circle in Heaven has welcomed another. What a wonderful time that will be.
    May you find comfort with your memories, that Bob has lived his life well and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
    Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time.
    Sincerely, Yvonne (Jaques) & John Elliott

  11. Carol Somerville

    May 14, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Marg and family:

    Sorry to read that Bob has passed away.
    You will have many great memories to get you through the days ahead.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time.
    Sincere sympathy.

    Carol

  12. Carol Somerville

    May 14, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    Lynne:
    Sorry to read that your Dad has passed away. My sympathy to you as you go through this sad and difficult time.
    Cherish the good times.

    Carol

  13. Donna Perry

    May 14, 2015 at 8:11 AM

    To the Dobson family
    Sorry to hear of your loss. We have many memories of Bob from his roofing days and when he was in Exeter. With deepest sympathy.
    Donna and Jim Perry

  14. Bob and Helen Patterson

    May 14, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    Remembered from S.S. #3 Usborne twp. You have our sympathy.

  15. Dave Frayne

    May 13, 2015 at 10:37 PM

    Lynne, Terri, Rodney and family
    Sorry to learn of Bob’s passing. He was very helpful to my parents with their store and farm. He enjoyed his work. May your memories of him bring you comfort in the future.

  16. Gary and Kathy Simpson

    May 13, 2015 at 9:31 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to Marg and the Dobson family. We are away to the west coast and unable to attend the visitation and funeral. Our thoughts will be with everyone on Friday. Cherish the memories.

  17. Marion McCarter

    May 13, 2015 at 9:14 PM

    Lynne, Terri and the Dobson families
    My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult and sad time.
    Keep his memories close to your heart and he will walk with you as
    you journey forward. What, no pictures of he and Rosemary dancing
    at the Kirkton Garden Party? Deepest sympathy.

    Marion McCarter

  18. Ross and Marlene Mathers

    May 13, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    To Marg and the Dobson Family: Our sincere sympathy in the loss of a dear Husband, father and grandfather. I went to Plugtown school with Bob. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  19. Cathy Batten

    May 13, 2015 at 8:25 PM

    Terri, Lynne & Rodney

    My sincere condolences to each of you at this very difficult time….May you find comfort in the special memories of your Dad that each & everyone of you hold..Thinking of you all. Take Care xo

    Cathy

  20. Glenn & Grace Hodgins

    May 13, 2015 at 8:17 PM

    Lynne:
    Sorry to see that you dad has passed away. Cherish the memories.

  21. Chris Parsons

    May 13, 2015 at 2:37 PM

    Lynne, Terri, Rodney & Family

    Although it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory bring you comfort.
    Our thoughts are with you.

    Gary, Jim, Darlene, Cheryl, Randy, Chris, Cathy, Karen, Judy, Peter & Families

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