Robert "Bob" Armstrong
July 25, 2021
ARMSTRONG, Robert “Bob” – Peacefully on Sunday, July 25th, 2021 at the age of 72. Cherished husband of Daphne Rappard. Loving father of Todd Armstrong (Victoria MacAskill) and Kevin Armstrong. Dear grandfather of Lars and Sutter. Survived by his brother Bill (Eleanor) Armstrong, sisters-in-law Marion (Tjebbe) Jaeger and Renée Nunan-Rappard. Bob will be missed by his extended family, including his nephews, nieces, and Amanda Zmija. Predeceased by his brother John “Jack” Armstrong and brother-in-law Tom Nunan.
An avid outdoorsman, mentor, and keeper of trails and ducks, his legacy will outlast him for many years, tempering the effects of cancer, Parkinson’s, and dementia in later years.
A come-and-go informal gathering will be held at the Cork Street Pavilion, Mount Forest, on Friday, July 30th, 2021 from 3:00-5:00pm. COVID protocols will be in place and mask wearing is encouraged. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Bob are asked to consider Make-A-Wish Canada, Mount Forest United Church-Green Team (local tree planting) or Ducks Unlimited Canada. Arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Condolences
Daphne and family: my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
— Doris Carmount, July 27, 2021I'm so sad to hear this news. Bob was part of our Ducks Unlimited Canada family. He participated in every aspect of our programs including fundraising events, provincial conventions, district volunteer appreciation nights, our conservation programs, and his greatest passion: helping to introduce local youth to wetlands and the outdoors. We will miss him and always remember him as an important member of our DU family. Our heartfelt condolences to his family - may warm memories bring you peace, and may Bob be ever surrounded by all the things in nature that he loved.
Lynette Mader, Provincial manager for Ducks Unlimited Canada - Ontario
Our condolences Daphne, Todd and Kevin and all other family members. Bob was a fun guy with a great sense of humour and I remember good times on 'runs' to various sporting goods stores from Orillia to Underwood and other places in between. There were 3 or 4 of us in the vehicle, stopping for lunch somewhere and really enjoying the day. Our chats about fishing and hunting gear were always a great learning time for me and I do miss that.
Jim and Chere July 27 2021
sorry for your loss Daphne
— FRED& DIANNE HOEHN, July 27, 2021Our condolences to the entire family. I enjoyed working with Bob for years, he was a great guy!
Joan & Lloyd Aitken
Our condolences Daphne. We have great memories of the fun times you and Bob shared with Lily and Cherry playing in your garden and in the house. Lily always felt safe walking to school knowing that Uncle Bob was just around the corner if she needed a safe place. I am truly thankful that Bob was one of her to pick me up at school if needed. We are just around the corner and a phone call away.
Bob and Marj
So sorry to hear of Bob,s passing.My thoughts & prayers are with you Daphany at this difficult time.His suffering is over & he will be resting in peace now. Leone Kaster
Time may heal the broken-hearted, time may make the wound less sore;
Time will never stop the longing for the loved one gone before.
Bob was a great teacher and mentor who generously shared his understanding of care for creation. Directly and indirectly Bob supported many young people and their interest in nature. Who else could have given George the training required to become a hunter! Lots of good stories to remember. Our sympathy to all of the family. George and Bonnie Holliday
— George and Bonnie Holliday, July 27, 2021So sorry for your loss . Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Carl & Wendy (MacEachern) Abbott
— Carl & Wendy Abbott, July 27, 2021Our deepest sympathy for Bob's passing. He was a great community person, and he'll be missed.
Rosemary & Raymond
Daphne, Todd and Kevin,
So very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Terry and Lucy Kloepfer
Sincere sympathy Daphne on the passing of your husband Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Russell & Marilyn Rogers
— Russell & Marilyn Rogers, July 26, 2021Daphne Our Deepest Sympathy
— Ambrose and Brenda Brenda Brown, July 26, 2021Daphne and Family, So sorry to learn of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Brenda Harris
Oh Daphne! I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I remember him helping out at the Christmas Bureau for many years. Always Cheerful and really helpful. Cherish the memories. Our prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless
Doris and Dan Tone
Daphne, I am very sorry to hear about Bob, he was a great guy and a hard worker, he did so much for the trail system and tree planting in Mt Forest, he will be missed.
— Dan Yake, July 26, 2021Daphne and family. We were so sad to hear of Bob’s death. He was a fine man and will be missed. May your memories comfort you.
Grant and Sue Lawson
We were sorry to hear about Bob, our sympathy to you Daphne and all your family.
John and Peggy Barnard
Daphne I was so sad when I read Bob had passed my sincere condolences to you and family. Hold onto your memories they will help you through.
Mary Wenger
Daphne, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
— Marion and Ray Parker, July 26, 2021We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s death. We are thinking about you Daphne.
You and Bob helped make our church what it is today.
What you two and others on your team did for Ducks Unlimited is nothing short of amazing.
So many fond memories of the auctions.
Our children loved bidding on everything from chairs to shot guns.
Bob taught Harry, Sandy and Tom gun safety.
That was fun too.
Rest In Peace Bob.
Carolyn and Randy Bye
Daphne, Todd, Kevin. We are so sorry to hear about Bob. We have many fond memories of our times together. He was always a cherished brother in law and Uncle. We enjoyed our visits with him and you Daphne. His family always made us feel welcome and our condolences to Bill & Eleanor and their family as well. We will cherish the memories of all the good times we shared.
— Gord & Nancy Young, July 26, 2021Daphne, Please accept our sincere condolences on Bob's death. Sympathy is extended as well to his children, extended family and many friends. Lynne Turner and Cliff Hastie
— Lynne Turner, July 26, 2021