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Robert “Bob” Nigh

January 3, 2017 By Haskett Funeral Homes Leave A Condolence

Robert “Bob”  Nigh

Bob passed away peacefuIIy at Seaforth Community HospitaI, on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. Born on March 4, 1934, Robert William Nigh of Seaforth, was in his 83rd year.

BeIoved spouse and best friend of Shella Feeney (nee Drager) of Seaforth. Ioving father of Jim (Margaret) of Barrie, Tom (Heather) of Seaforth, Sue AIdwinckIe (PauI) of HensaII, Jane Higham (Ken) of Iondon, lynn McCIure (Larry) of Egmondville, Pat (Cindy) of Seaforth and Iori Nigh (Jim Armstrong) of Iondon. Cherished Grandpa of Bob, Ted and John Nigh, BiII Nigh (Megan), Marie Otto (Steven), Don Nigh, NicoIe Higham (Trevor Boyer), Kacie Jackson (Mark), Jessica McCIure, Jacob McCIure, Victoria Nigh, and Great-Grandpa of ella, Noah, Iane, Iacie, IayIa, Iogan and Aillson. FondIy remembered by the Morris famiIy, as well as his nieces, nephews and friends.

Predeceased by his wife Josie (nee Morris) in 2004, and two brothers and four sisters.

Visitation wiII be heId at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Thursday, January 5th from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Bobs funeraI service wiII be heId in the funeraI home on Friday, January 6, 2017 at 11 a.m. A reception wiII foIIow at the Seaforth Iegion, Branch 156, and spring interment wiII take pIace in St. James CathoIic Cemetery.

As expressions of sympathy, memoriaI donations to Crohns and colltis Canada or the Canadian Diabetes Association wouId be appreciated and can be made through the funeraI home. OnIine condoIences and donations can be made by visiting Bobs memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com

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  1. Kathy & Greg O&&single&&Reilly

    January 10, 2017 at 8:00 PM

    Sheila and the Nigh families – so sorry for the loss of Bob!

  2. Connie & Mike Marion

    January 8, 2017 at 11:00 PM

    Deepest sympathy to the Nigh families and Sheila! You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  3. Cindy Engel

    January 8, 2017 at 7:00 PM

    to the Nigh family, so sorry hear of Bob&&single&&s passing, he and Dad were good friends and have lots of memories from their trucking days, thoughts and prayers to you all

  4. CAROLANNE DOIG

    January 8, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    Tom, and all your family so sorry to hear of your dad&&single&&s passing.

  5. John Munro

    January 7, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    To Sheila and Nigh families we express our sincere sympathy and thoughts and prayers for you and yours. John and Rose

  6. Sue Higham

    January 7, 2017 at 10:00 AM

    To Mary and Nicole and the rest of Nigh family – My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories of joyous times bring you some comfort during this time of mourning. Sue

  7. Rob & Jennifer Smith

    January 6, 2017 at 11:00 AM

    Our deepest condolences to the Nigh family,

    We just heard of Bob&&single&&s passing and are so sorry we could not attend the visitation or the funeral. I have lot&&single&&s of great memories of Bob as a next door neighbour. Our thoughts are with all of you.

  8. Tom & Bonnie Johnston

    January 6, 2017 at 8:00 AM

    Sincere sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you .

  9. Colleen Rowland Eickmeier

    January 5, 2017 at 10:00 PM

    Deepest sympathies to Bob&&single&&s family! Bob was like a member of our family(Lou and Anne Rowland) and his honesty, work ethic and sense of family, and sense of humor were valued as much as he was! He was a dedicated trucker, a dedicated family man, and a terrific gardener! Bob will definitely be greeted warmly in Heaven by those who went before him and respected him in life!
    Colleen

  10. Chuck and Judy Mallette

    January 5, 2017 at 8:00 PM

    Dear Sue and Paul, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, today and in the days to come.

  11. Mike and Pauline Mero

    January 5, 2017 at 8:00 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to Tom and Heather Lynn and Larry and all of the Nigh family on the passing of Bob,Cherish all the memories and hugs to all

  12. Gary and Dené Coombs

    January 5, 2017 at 8:00 PM

    Tom and Heather and Pat and Cindy and the rest of the family, Gary and I send our sincerest condolences on the loss of your father. We are sorry we did not know sooner in order to make it to the visitation. Our prayers are lifted for you and hope your happy memories will make your loss even a little bit lighter.

  13. Betty Beuttenmiller

    January 5, 2017 at 5:00 PM

    God bless you and may the memories leave you with peace.

  14. Kay and San Mailloux

    January 5, 2017 at 3:00 PM

    Our deepest sympathies to Sheila and all the Nigh family. prayers for you all at this time.

  15. Mary Blake

    January 5, 2017 at 2:00 PM

    My sincere condolences to you and your family.

  16. Bill and Regi Whyte

    January 5, 2017 at 1:00 PM

    May your memories keep your heart happy!

  17. Frank & Leona Nigh

    January 5, 2017 at 1:00 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to Shiela & all the Nigh family, cherish the memories.

  18. Liz Campbell

    January 5, 2017 at 11:00 AM

    Sue & Paul
    I am sorry to hear about your Dad, my deepest sympathy to you and your entire family.
    Thinking of you.
    Liz

  19. Ken and Marg Caldwell

    January 5, 2017 at 10:00 AM

    Sue and Paul – Our condolences in the passing of Sue&&single&&s Father. Although we did not know him we have many kind remembrances of Paul&&single&&s family in years past. May all your pleasant memories hold you together at this sad time.
    Respectfully, Ken and Marg – Clinton

  20. Pat and Deb Moylan and Sons

    January 5, 2017 at 10:00 AM

    Pat, Cindy and Victoria

    Our condolences on the loss of your Dad and grandfather.

  21. Audrey O&&single&&Rourke

    January 5, 2017 at 8:00 AM

    Our deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. We have many great memories of Bob and Josie. Unfortunately I am unable to attend the wake or funeral as I am going to be out of town as I would like to have visited with everyone. Enjoy your memories. Our prayers are with you.
    Len and Audrey

  22. Shirley Brugger

    January 5, 2017 at 7:00 AM

    Dear Bob&&single&&s family,
    We are very sorry to hear of Bob&&single&&s passing. His sense of humour will be greatly missed.

    Bob & Shirley Brugger

  23. Linda and Dan Crerar

    January 5, 2017 at 7:00 AM

    Sue we are sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts are with you and Paul. Hugs. Linda and Dan

  24. Gord and Janet Lammers

    January 4, 2017 at 11:00 PM

    To the Nigh family and Shiela my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. To Lori, the biggest hug ever.

  25. Nancy and Jeff Moses

    January 4, 2017 at 11:00 PM

    Dear Sheila, we are so very sorry to hear of Bob&&single&&s passing. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you at this difficult time.

  26. Elda Tindall

    January 4, 2017 at 11:00 PM

    Heart Hugs Sheila at this very sad time. Know that I am thinking of you.

  27. Trish Nigh & Bob Smith

    January 4, 2017 at 8:00 PM

    Sheila & Bob&&single&&s family: we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Uncle Bob. Prayers are sent your way.

  28. Glenda Geddes Feeney

    January 4, 2017 at 8:00 PM

    To all the Nigh Family. Sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Have very fond memories of the barn and his old juke box playing songs. Thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Glenda and family.

  29. Ken & Deb Janmaat

    January 4, 2017 at 7:00 PM

    To the Nigh Family and Sheila
    Your are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Cherish the memories you have.

  30. Brian & Helen Oldfield

    January 4, 2017 at 7:00 PM

    We are so sorry Sheila for your loss. Sincere sympathy to you and Bob&&single&&s family. Keeping you in thoughts and prayers.

  31. Richard and Mary Verberne

    January 4, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

  32. Ann (Rivers) Preszcator

    January 4, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    Dear Sheila and Family:
    I enjoyed having Bob as a neighbor. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

  33. Peggy Hohner and Betty Price and family

    January 4, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    So very sorry for the loss of this great man. So many wonderful memories…

  34. Michael and Antonella Armstrong

    January 4, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    Lori, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  35. Rose Ann Simonsen

    January 4, 2017 at 3:00 PM

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.God bless you all.

  36. Tania Davies

    January 4, 2017 at 3:00 PM

    Dearest Lori and family,
    I am saddened to hear about the passing of your father. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve your loss.
    Love,
    Tania

  37. Lou and Betty Nigh

    January 4, 2017 at 3:00 PM

    To Sheila and the Nigh Families: You have our deepest sympathy at this time and we do have fond memories of Bob of long ago.

    Lou and Betty

  38. Chris Smith

    January 4, 2017 at 3:00 PM

    Sincerest sympathies to the Nigh family.

  39. Gord & Deb Phillips

    January 4, 2017 at 3:00 PM

    Sheila and family;
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Cherish the fond memories.
    Deb & Gord Phillips

  40. Terri Shobbrook & Dave Scott

    January 4, 2017 at 3:00 PM

    Dear Kacie, Lynn and Cindy. Our sympathies to you and your families. Sending hugs from here.

  41. Cal & Barbara Armstrong

    January 4, 2017 at 2:00 PM

    Our deepest condolences to Lori and all the Nigh family at this time. Will be in our thoughts as you get through this week.

  42. Rick Barb & Family

    January 4, 2017 at 12:00 PM

    Our deepest sympathies to you Sue & Paul and all of your family at this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  43. Mary Margaret and Rod

    January 4, 2017 at 12:00 PM

    Sincere and deep condolences Sheila/family to you at this so sad time for you all. Keep the good times in your hearts. RIP Bob.

  44. Jim and Gene Baynham

    January 4, 2017 at 2:00 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to everyone at this sad time.

  45. louis r nigh

    January 4, 2017 at 2:00 PM

    Sheila and the Nigh Families: You have our deepest sympathy at this time. We have good memories of Bob.

  46. Louise Dick

    January 4, 2017 at 2:00 PM

    To all Bob&&single&&s family was sorry to hear of his passing! Here&&single&&s hoping that great memories help you!

  47. Ron & Kathy Ward

    January 4, 2017 at 1:00 PM

    Sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. Thinking of you all during this sad and difficult time.

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