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ROBERT (BOB) GORDON OTTO
Date of Passing: Sep 26, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROBERT (BOB) GORDON OTTO On Thursday, October 4, 2012 Bob's Funeral Service was held at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street at Manitoba Avenue.
Publish Date: Oct 6, 2012
ROBERT (BOB) GORDON OTTO With sadness in our hearts we announce the passing of Robert Gordon Otto on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 as the sun rose. Left to forever cherish Bob's memory is his loving wife, Fran; children Trevor, Jackie and Jodi; son-in-law, Raymond Lacroix; grand-daughters Lauren and Michelle; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother Mary; father Henry; infant sister, Lydia; sisters Audrey, Freida and Dorothy; brothers Fred, Oscar, Art, Carl, Albert and Walter. Bob was born on May 28, 1929 in the town of Gladstone. During his early years he farmed with his family. From 1949 till 1952 he took on the position of Postal Clerk in the Gladstone post office. In years to come he held various jobs from Thunder Bay to Edmonton. In June, 1958 Bob joined the Department of National Defence Fire Service and was posted at the military base in Churchill, Manitoba. He was transferred to the R.C.A.F. base at McDonald till its closure in 1963. In 1964 he joined Protective Services with the Atomic Energy of Canada at Pinawa where he reached the rank of Captain. Bob met and married Fran in Gladstone and they moved to Pinawa to begin their life together. Here they raised three children. He enjoyed taking them fishing, sliding and skating. He also greatly enjoyed their friends. Bob loved sports and when he could he played hockey, curled, golfed and especially, he loved to play baseball. Bob loved people. He was a personable man who enjoyed having a cup of coffee and a chat. He was a regular at Second Cup at River and Osborne. In 2006, Bob and Fran moved to Winnipeg and enjoyed what the city had to offer. Bob was especially thrilled to have the Jets return, as he was a huge fan. This move also brought him closer to his children and granddaughters. On Thursday, October 4, 2012, Bob's Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street @ Manitoba Avenue. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. H. Da Silva, St. Boniface Hospital I.C.U., 6E, and for the overwhelming support of all the staff in Emergency. A special thank you to Lesley O'Hara for her support during this difficult time. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements. Rest in peace. We will love you forever and ever.
Publish Date: Sep 29, 2012
ROBERT (BOB) GORDON OTTO On Wednesday, September 26, 2012; Bob died at St. Boniface Hospital, at the age of 83 years. A longer obituary notice to follow. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Sep 27, 2012
Publish Date: Sep 29, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 06, 2012
Condolences & Memories (17 entries)
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Happy Father's Day Dad. We all miss you :) - Posted by: Jodi (Daughter) on: Jun 15, 2014
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First I would like to thank all of you who have written here for Dad.....god bless you all. Dad, to you, the gardening season is upon us and I am sad that you will not be here to help me with putting up my pea fence. I know you will be there in spirit but I am already longing for our gardening time. I miss you more than words can say. I will still call on you when my first green bean sprouts. Till we meet again......in the garden. Love to you always. Jodi - Posted by: Jodi Lacroix (Otto) (Daughter & your garden helper) on: May 07, 2013
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Jodi and Jackie. I was talking on Facebook with a mutual friend and I was sad to hear that you had recently lost your dad. I remember a few dinners at your place and he seemed like a lovely guy and very personable. Very sorry for your loss. Keith - Posted by: Keith Carr (friend) on: Mar 01, 2013
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dad, this is the first year since i can remember not having you bring out the decorations. same brown box with your antique ornaments. you always did the decorations. put the lights out in pinawa, made home beautiful. this will be the hardest christmas of our life. miss you my friend, dad and companion. i am more like my daughter's father, i take after you dad. i love you and miss you with all my heart. mom does too. love you DAD. - Posted by: jackie otto (dAUGHTER) on: Dec 11, 2012
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Dad was my best friend and hero, thank you to all the loving and memorable comments. Will be cherished forevor. Dad loved all of you and spoke highly of you. His AECL co-workers were precious. THANKYOU. Love jackie otto - Posted by: jackie otto (daughter) on: Dec 05, 2012
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I had no idea. For whatever reason, my thoughts turned to Bob today and, after an inquiry, I found out that he was gone. My heart goes out to you Ottos. I have many fond memories of Bob Otto and know that he will be truly missed. Kurt - Posted by: Kurt Sargent (Friend) on: Nov 05, 2012
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Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad and difficult time of losing your beloved husband and father, Bob. We will always remember him as a gentle and caring person. - Posted by: Ray and Carol Wazney (Friends from Pinawa MB) on: Oct 05, 2012
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Very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Bob had lots of good stories and great humor. We will all miss him at Second Cup in the village. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Chuck King (Friend Second Cup) on: Oct 03, 2012
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We are very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We have good memories...Rest in Peace Bob. Thinking of your family at this sad and difficult time. Shawn and Karla - Posted by: Shawn and Karla Elcock (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2012
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It was my privilege to have known and worked alongside (and played cards with) Bob. I was the one that always said if you follow Bob's instruction you will never wind up on the bad side of TBL; if you do, Bob will have your back. You influenced me more than you could ever know Bob. At work, on the ball diamond or at the annual Powerhouse/Protective Services hockey grudge match not to mention "coaching" The Shifters. Thanks For The Memories! Rest well dear friend. "I hate graveyards and old pawn shops, Lord they always bring me tears. I can't forgive the way they rob me, Of my childhood souvenirs." - John Prine - Posted by: Wes Jansson (AECL Colleague and friend) on: Oct 03, 2012
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Fran, Trevor, Jackie and Jodie, Your husband and father was a true gentleman.He made a lasting impression on me while we worked together at A.E.C.L. I always respected the person that Bob was. He talked much of his family as he was a real family man. Bob will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Jeff and Sherry - Posted by: Jeff Seifried (Friend and co-worker) on: Oct 02, 2012
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Trevor: I don't know where you are at these days but my condolences in the loss of your Dad. I know you will be a big comfort to your mum. Take care. - Posted by: Pat Lucas (neighbor) on: Oct 02, 2012
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Fran, Jackie and Jodie: I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a kind man and he really loved his family. I know how hard it is but your kids and grandchildren will be there to ease your pain. You are all on my mind. - Posted by: Pat Lucas (Pinawa neighbor) on: Oct 02, 2012
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family - Posted by: Don and Martha Trudeau () on: Sep 30, 2012
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Fran, Sorry for your loss and regret I will be unable to make the funeral as have another meeting at Wpg. Foundation at same time. Hope to talk to you soon. Bob and I had good times at working together. Brian - Posted by: Brian Monkman (Friend) on: Sep 30, 2012
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It was an honour to have worked with Bob at AECL. He was a truely dedicated individual and a gentleman. - Posted by: Gerald Pearson (Collegue at Whiteshell Nuclear Research Est.) on: Sep 29, 2012
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Jackie and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I know how much he meant to you. It was obvious in just the ways you spoke about him. This is an extremely difficut time Jackie. Take comfort knowing you and your family are deeply cared for by many. My Deepest condolances. - Posted by: Karen Dyck (Friend and co worker to Jackie ) on: Sep 29, 2012
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