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ROBERT JOSEPH (BOB) STRONG
Born: Dec 01, 1946
Date of Passing: Jan 03, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROBERT JOSEPH (BOB) STRONG
Robert Joseph "Bob" Strong, age 79, of Winnipeg, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning of January 3, 2026, at St. Boniface Palliative Care.
Born in Winnipeg on December 1, 1946, Bob is survived by his wife, Barbara (née Ranson); his daughter, Colleen (John); his son, Johnathon (Janet); his grandchild, Spencer; his nephews, Brian (Donna) and Morgan (Tina); his sister-in-law, Debby (Brian); and his cousins, Wendy, Linda, and Debbie. He is predeceased by his mother, Anna (née Kelsch); his step-father, Andy Anderson; his brother, Brian; and his uncles, Joseph and Ted Kelsch.
Bob had a long career in sales, including leading sub-regional sales teams at Combined Insurance. He was known for his ability to inspire others, his generosity, and his dedication to charitable work with the Knights of Columbus, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, and the parish of Saint Joseph the Worker in Victoria, where he organized record-breaking food drives.
He will be remembered for his devotion to family, his great sense of humor, his love of games and sports, and his faith and charitable spirit.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the ALS Society of Manitoba and the staff at St. Boniface General Hospital Palliative Care.
Funeral service will be held at Saint Emile Parish, 556 St. Anne's Road, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, with a celebration of life following at 110 Adamar Road at 2:00 p.m. on the second floor in the common area. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Society of Manitoba or St. Boniface Palliative Care.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2026
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Dear Barb St Joseph the Worker Parish CWL offer our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear husband, Robert. May our prayers and your faith provide you with strength and peace at this difficult time. God's blessing be with you and your family. St Joseph the Worker Parish Catholic Women's League - Posted by: St Joseph the Worker Parish Catholic Women's League (Member) on: Jan 13, 2026
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Robert was an active member of our Knights of Columbus Council 13356 at St Joseph the Worker parish in Victoria, BC for some 15 years. He also volunteered for many years with Barbara at the Soup Kitchen in downtown Victoria serving the working poor and homeless. He had this big soft-spot in his heart for those folks who struggled in life to make ends meet. He was also a conference member and president of St Vincent de Paul at our church. Our council members and friends in the church will miss him dearly. Bob ran our annual food drive and we will dedicate the event this year to the memory of brother Robert Joseph Strong. May his soul rest in peace. - Posted by: Gary Skabeikis (Friend and brother Knight of Columbus) on: Jan 12, 2026
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My condolences to you,Barb, and your family. - Posted by: Linda Brazil (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2026
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To Bob's Family, I offer my sincere condolences. I never knew Bob, but I do remember his mom, my first cousin, and his uncles. I'm so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Theresa Dudeck (Kelsch) (cousin) on: Jan 10, 2026