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The Association of Ontario Land Surveyors is sad to notify you of the death of Robert A. Garden OLS# 917 Robert (Bob) A. Garden, passed away in his 90th year at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie on Friday, March 20, 2020. Bob was predeceased by his beloved wife Irene and his brother Don. Bob (with one “O”) was the loving father of Ted and his wife Maryke, Paul and his wife Darlene, and Tim and his wife Robin. Cherished grandpa of Brittany (Paul and Darlene), Lise (Ted and Maryke) and Scott (Ted and Maryke), and great grandpa of Jane (Lise and Jay) and Cooper (Brittany and Brandon). As a young man Bob worked as a surveyor for the Department of Highways. During one of his out of town survey assignments with DHO he met his wife Irene at the Kee to Bala, dancing to the happening sounds of the Big Bands that frequently played the Kee at that time. Bob eventually started his own land surveying company and provided survey services to many areas throughout southern Ontario. Bob’s thirty years of private practice in the land surveying business were filled with a wide range of community activities including some forays into local politics. Bob and Irene were enthusiastic snow birds and routinely enjoyed spending their winters in Florida and Arizona. The natural environment of Arizona provided Bob with an opportunity to pursue his hobby of oil painting, several examples of which adorn his son’s homes. A celebration of life for Bob will be announced at a future date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the RVH Foundation would be appreciated. Online messages of condolences and memories may be forwarded to the family through www.steckleygooderham.com
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The Association of Ontario Land Surveyors is sad to notify you of the death of Norman w. Babbs, OLS# 1097 Norman Walter Babbs, born Sunday October 10, 1937 to Ruth (nee Bradley) and Walter Babbs, passed away on March 20, 2020 with his daughters by his side. Norman was the middle brother to elder Trevor (Eva) and younger David (Marilyn). Raised in Toronto and Scarborough, during high school he met his sweetheart Sharon (nee Cowling). They celebrated their 60th anniversary last year. Daughters Donna (Stephen Latto) and Linda will miss his sense of humour, compassion, guidance and devotion to the well-being of his family. Dad and mom gave us all the opportunities they never had. Through an early introduction to theater, Pop and Nana inspired grandchildren Ben and Krista Newey to pursue careers in the arts. “Mrs. Cowling” will miss her dear son-in-law. Pre-deceased by brother-in-law Bill Cowling whose daughters Amoreena and Jesse-Kate survive him. Survived by cousin Pat James (Tom), nieces Kathleen and Jennifer, and nephew Tom (Fiona) whose sons Evan and Nicholas will carry on the Babbs name. An Ontario Land Surveyor, Norm worked for the Ontario Department of Highways and later, JD Barnes, Holding & Babbs, and Ivan B. Wallace etc. His passion was sailing, with impressionism art a close second. He loved hockey, animals, music of all kinds and Charles Schultz comics. Norm and Sharon traveled extensively, enjoyed their cottage, theatre, art museums and were great dancers. Best man Ken Smith (Sandra) remained a constant friend throughout his life. Dear friends since the ‘60s are John & Lynda Prain, June and Savo Stefoff. A celebration of Norman’s life will take place in the future. Online condolences may be made at aftercare.org/obituaries. In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation to a food bank. May he rest in peace. |
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February 2024
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