Passed away peacefully surrounded by his love ones at LHSC-University Hospital, London, on Sunday, September 14, 2014, of London in his 73rd year. Dear father of Cindy and Brock Salmon of London, Jeff Gard and David Caloren of London, Brad Gard and Jodie Rancourt of London, and Marcy and Mustaq Khan of Strathroy. Dear grandfather of Bailey and Neil, Dayton, Mackenzie, Brayden; Lexy and Connor. Best friend of Eileen Como (Gard). Dear brother and brother-in-law of Carol and Bob Perkins of Port Severn, and Paul and Brenda Gard of Yellowknife. Predeceased by his brother David. Survived by his Aunt Shirley Carson and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob was a life time employee (54 years) with A&P.
A Celebration of Life for Robert will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Byron – Branch #533, 1276 Commissioners Road West, London on Saturday, October 11th from 3:00 -8:00 pm. Cremation has taken place.
Donations to the Children’s Health Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
GARD: Robert of London
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Pat Repas
Carol, Bob & Family,
Sad to hear of Bob’s passing. Bob was a special person, very much respected by everyone that worked with him. I always enjoyed getting a call from Bob for Store problem help because, after the issues were resolved, it resulted in sharing our life, a family update conversation.
May memories of your special times shared together help ease the pain you are going through. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Love,
Patti
Margaret Repas Macdonald
Carol and Bob,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your brother. A sad time indeed – may memories of better times keep you strong.
Love,
Marg
Lambeth Canadian Oldtimers
Gard Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with your family during these difficult times.
RIP
Lambeth Canadain Oldtimers
Scott Gregory
To Jeff and Family:
I was sorry to hear of Bob’s passing this past week. Many years back and for about 20 years, I had the distinct pleasure of dealing with Bob when I worked for the Coca-Cola Company and had meetings with many of the managers at A&P. Bob always stood out as a fine gentleman and a man of his word always. I wish the family Peace and wonderful memories to sustain you in the future. Truly a great man!
Kari Ferguson-McCaw
To The Gard Family- thought of you all yesterday learning you’ve lost your dear dad and knowing you were at the Byron Legion to Celebrate your dad’s life. My mom grew up in Byron… Glanworth was such a part of our families lives growing up- all of us playing ball and us kids roller skating on Friday nights at the Glanworth Hall and attending the teen dances over the years… Hanging out with Marcy and being at your place I recall your dad being so warm and smiley always. Then years later delivering produce for mom and dad to A&P seeing your dad again… My folks always spoke so highly of Bob. Sending you all love and light at this tough time. Take good care and hold close the wonderful memories you have. Sincerely Kari Ferguson and the entire extended family.
Caspar Koevoets
What a Boss colleague and friend
Thanks Bob for all of the above. you will be missed
Condolences to the Family thinking about you
Caspar Koevoets
Steven and Amy Glenn
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Brad we are thinking of you!
Jack Gennaro
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gard family and friends.
A very special man will be missed.I have known Bob on Business level at A&P,as a customer and also as a Friend at the Knights Games.
My condolences
Jason Dykes
Sadden when I heard the news. I worked with Mr. Gard at A&P for many years he was more then a manager a dear friend. He treated people with respect and his leadership passed on to all of us. The memories of Mr. Gard will never fade or leave me. It’s sad to think of a few at this time but it makes me happy to have known him. He was far the best of the best ! We lost one of the good ones :( RIP. Thoughts and prayers are with his family.
David Spry
I was very saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He was an excellent manager who sincerely cared about his family, friends, staff and customers. Bob always has a warm smile to greet you and loved practical jokes. He was a great teacher of new staff especially those with litlle or no previous knowledge of the business.
Deep condolences to the family. Bob will be missed, but the memories of the good times you shared with him will live in your hearts forever.
God Bless. Dave Spry, VP Logistics & Distribution, Metro Ontario Inc.
Paul & Bev Grundy
Cindy, Brock, Bailey, Niel, Dayton, Mackenzie, Brayden & family
So sorry to hear of such a great loss to your family. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have created together over the years. Our deepest condolences to all of you. Hugs!
Scott and Deb Perkins
Our thoughts are with you all during this sad and difficult time.
Dan Fraleigh
Dan and his Mother, Mary Jo Fraleigh, extend their deepest sympathies to the Gard family.
Lori Cawston
He was the best manager ever and a truly wonderful man.
He will be deeply missed.
Kevin & Valerie Laidlaw
Our condolences to the family and friends of Bob he will be greatly missed by all.
Our thought’s and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
Kevin and Valerie Laidlaw,Cindy.Adam,Jeff and Scott at Laidlaw fleet and auto Service.
Rob Campbell
Very sad news….many many good memories of Bob (Mr.Gard) he will be greatly missed by many. I had the pleasure of working for Mr Gard from the time I was 16 years old until 27. In fact my grandfather helped train Mr Gard when he was with the company just starting out. Mr Gard was always very kind to both my mother and grandmother when they would come in the store even years after my departure. I will always remember Sunday mornings when Bob would come back for “breakfast” with us in the back room.
RIP Mr Gard
Doug Stone
Jeff … my since condolences upon the loss of your father. May your memories carry you through these coming days, months and years. My prayers are with you and David.
Jake McKenzie
Gard Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Gard family during this very sad time. We think of all the great memories and good times growing up in Glanworth together.
We are thinking of your Family during this tough time.
Take Care,
Jake McKenzie
Sheila Stevenson
Hi Carol and Bob,
Kirsten let me know about your brother Robert’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
I hope you are both keeping well. It’s been a long time!
Sincerely, Sheila