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HANNAN,
Robert
Clarkson
(February 5, 1912-April 19, 2006)
Passed away peacefully in Montreal on April 19, 2006 in his 95th
year. Loving husband of fifty-five years to the late Elizabeth
Ruth DUCLOS, devoted Father of Joan (Edward (Ted)
FLETCHER) and
loving Grandpa of Joanne (Derek
KENT) and Lynn (Zachary
CURRY.)
Twin brother to the late Elizabeth
PIBUS
(Raymond▼
PIBUS) and
brother to the late Margaret
WALKER.
The
son of Robert Christopher
HANNAN and Laura
CLARKSON,
Bob was born in Montreal where he
lived his entire life, raising his family in Hampstead. He worked
as a bond trader before assuming the leadership role with the
C.A. Duclos Leather Company, where he worked until his retirement
in 1975. In addition to being an astute investor and successful
businessman, Bob was a lively sports enthusiast and lived spending
time outdoors. He was a highly skilled fly fisherman and enjoyed
many years of annual fishing trips with his Friends. Being one
of the few men in the group to tie his own flies, he would arrive
at the camp every year with an abundant supply of hand-tied flies
for everyone. Bob was also an avid skier, and was one of the
founding members of the J.B. Ski Club at Mont Tremblant. A life
long golfer, Bob was an Honorary Member and past Director of
The Royal Montreal Golf Club, where he played many memorable
rounds with Friends and family over a period of more than 50 years.
While he loved the challenge of the game, it was his respect
for the game's traditions and camaraderie that truly fueled his
passion. As a past Governor of the Royal Canadian Golf Association,
a member of the Canadian Senior Golf Association and the American
Senior Golf Association, his zeal for the game took him to many
of the world's greatest golf courses. Music was also a passion
of Bob's. From his early days of singing in the choir at The
Church of the Advent in Westmount and playing the clarinet in
the Westmount High School band, you could always catch Bob whistling
a tune or tapping his foot to a song he had running through his
head. Bob's story telling was legendary - he could always be
counted on to enliven a dinner party, a fishing trip or a drink
in the 19th hole with one of his memorable jokes. Some of his
stories were classics; and although he had told them over and
over, his captivating personality, animated delivery, irrepressible
sense of humour and wonderful laugh captured the moment. Amongst
Bob's greatest attributes were his positive and optimistic approach
to life and his ability to make Friends wherever he went. He
will be lovingly remembered by all those who had the pleasure
of knowing him for his upbeat attitude, his loyalty and strength
of character, his straightforward, common-sense approach, his
unassuming demeanor and his unwavering ability to live life to
the fullest. In this regard, he was an inspiration to his family
and Friends. During his last few years, Bob faced the difficulties
of dementia with loving support from his family and the caring
staff at the Griffith McConnell Residence. He was a truly exceptional
person and he will be greatly missed by all. My life's been full,
I've savored much, Good Friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, don't lengthen it now with
undo grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me, God wanted
me now, he set me free. A private family service will be held.
Donations in Bob's memory to The Pat Fletcher Golf Foundation,
2315 Cohen, St. Laurent, Quebec. H4R 2N7 would be greatly appreciated.
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PIBUS,
Raymond▲
Scott
Passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2006 in Hawkesbury, Ontario at
the age of 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (nee
HANNAN.)
Loving father to Linda (the late Doug
HALL,) Diane and
Christopher (Penny
GILL.)
Treasured
Grandad to Caitlin, Nathaniel,
Jennifer, Julie, Bob and Margot. Predeceased by his sister Olive
RICE.
Born at Hillside Farm, Bolton Pass, near Knowlton, Quebec.
He had a life long attachment to the Eastern Townships and an
abiding interest in family history. He graduated from MacDonald
College in 1931 and from Queen's University in 1937. For 37 years
he served as an educator with the Protestant School Board of
Greater Montreal, as a teacher, principal, personnel officer
and district superintendent, retiring in 1968. Blessed with a
phenomenal memory, he was treasure house of family lore. He will
be remembered by all who knew him as a kind and generous soul,
who never lost the twinkle in his eye or ever neglected to tip
his cap at the world. Friends may pay their respects at the Hillcrest
Funeral Home, 151 Bond Street (corner of Stanley Street) Vankleek
Hill, Ontario on Tuesday, June 6, 2006 from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral
Service will be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at the funeral
home at 11 a.m. followed by interment at the Knowlton Cemetery,
Knowlton, Quebec at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the
Brome County Historical Society P.O. Box 690, Knowlton, Quebec
J0E 1V0 would be appreciated by the family. For expressions of
sympathy to the family, by fax: (613) 678-2045 or by email: condolences@hillcrestfuneralhome.ca
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