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Robert "Bob" Bowser

Passed 07/13/2019

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Obituary For Robert "Bob" Bowser

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the death of Robert (Bob) Bowser, 70 of Lake Echo on Saturday, July 13, 2019. Bob was predeceased by his parents William and Beulah Bowser, stepfather John Ben Anstey and sister-in-law Glennis Bowser.

Bob was a kind and gentle soul and a devoted husband of 29 years. Bob loved animals, feeding birds was his priority every day rain or shine, he enjoyed a good game of pool and always looked forward to camping with his friends at Sunnyvale Campground and loved a good scotch. Bob worked as a cook with the Navy on “The Bonnie” (he loved to cook a good scoff). He also worked as a painter in Alberta and Nova Scotia.

Bob is survived by his wife Elinor (Veitch), brother Norman, nephew Steven (Heather), niece Wendy (Roger), mother-in-law Ellie Veitch, sister-in-law’s Betty McGrath, Eileen Veitch, Catherine Veitch, brother-in-law’s Ron Veitch, Kevin (Judy) Veitch, Bob Martin and many nieces and nephews. Special relatives and friends Brian, Maxine, Jason Veitch and Dave & Debbie Rutz. He will be sadly missed by his feline companion Zsa Zsa.

Celebration of Life will be held at Dartmouth First Church of the Nazarene, 3 Henry Street at 11:00 a.m. Saturday July 20, 2019. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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  • 07/23/2019

    Elinor- I'm so sorry to hear about Bob. I think of our fun evenings - visiting you both- sharing so many great stories and laughs. RIP Bob.

  • 07/20/2019

    Our deepest condolences on your husband’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Doug & Kit

  • 07/20/2019

    Wish we could be with you today. Elinor, Norman, Steven & Wendy, my thoughts and prayers are with you all as you lay Bob to rest today. May you find strength in all you memories and good times you all shared. RIP Bob you will be surely missed.

  • 07/19/2019

    Eli, I wish I could be there for Bob’s celebration of life on Saturday. You will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers. Bob always made me laugh, he was such a character. xo

  • 07/19/2019

    Dear Elinor, We are so sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by the caring concern of friends and the loving support of family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Joe and Pauline

  • 07/19/2019

    I'm sorry to hear about Bobby. I got to know him through Neil Rushton. He was a very caring and compassionate man. Our condolences to you at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you. NEIL AND LINDA RUSHTON.

  • 07/19/2019

    Elinor. I'm very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. i still remember Bob so well from our 1st meeting 30+ years ago and had lots of laughs with you both. Please take care and accept my condolences. Bev

  • 07/19/2019

    So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, Bob. Your stories about his sense of humor and his antics over the years demonstrated your love for him in the best possible way. I hope that memories of those antics will carry you through this difficult time and, in time, once again bring a smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  • 07/18/2019

    We are so very saddened to hear of Bobs sudden passing. We could always count on Bob for a quick Hello in the morning as we rushed about, a smile and a positive outlook on the weather. Our children loved listening to Bob talking to his cat, Zsa Zsa proclaiming how 'silly' he is. He will be missed for those little things and much more. It was nothing short of a pleasure to have known him as a neighbor these passed five years. Our home is always open to you, Elinor. Bless you all.

  • 07/18/2019

    Elinor: David and I will miss Bob immensely, the two of you are our dearest friends. The campground won't be the same without his laughs, and trying to get me to love his country music! Will definitely miss our weekends of brunch and pool in the winter, too. A piece of us is missing with Bobby B gone. Our deepest thoughts and condolences. With love, Deb and Dave.

  • 07/18/2019

    Dear Elinor: I am very sorry to hear of Bob's passing,he was far to young. You are left with great memories which ,at this most difficult time helps to give us strength. Thoughts and prayers and condolences go out to you and your family, With deepest sympathy , Dave Campbell

  • 07/18/2019

    We were so sorry to hear the news Elinor! The lake just won't be the same without the sound of Bob's laughter in the distance (which could be heard from all corners of the lake). He will be sorely missed. All the best to you and the family, and please let us know if we can be of any assistance! Praying for your peace during this time - Christian and Ashley Bowyer

  • 07/18/2019

    Elinor, so very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are certainly with you at this difficult time. find comfort in all the great memories.

  • 07/18/2019

    Dear Elinor, So very sorry to hear about Bob's passing, you are all in my prayers.

  • 07/18/2019

    Elinor there are no words to express our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Bob was such a great guy. We will always have wonderful memories of our great visits between trailers, all the laughs and Bob's funny stories. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and strength, Love Dianne and Les

  • 07/18/2019

    Dear Elinor..so sorry to hear of Bobs passing .My thoughts and prayers for you and family. Thought of him often and passed on a few cooking secrets he told me....especially the salt pork . Sherman Mason

  • 07/18/2019

    So very sorry for your loss Elinor. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs

  • 07/18/2019

    We have so many great memories of growing up with Bob in Imperoyal. Bob was very friendly and outgoing and loved to have a good time with friends and family. Like Norman, he was a great guy to get on the guitar at a party. We could always get him to start a song but he had a terrible time finishing it because he was more interested in chatting and "carrying on". Sadly, we have not seen Bob for a long number of years but we thought and talked of him often. Our sincere condolences to Norman and Elinor and please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, John and Heather (Tait) Keating.

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