Rilla Mabel Elda McRobb
October 15, 2025
McROBB, Rilla Mabel Elda (née Whetham) – Peacefully and surrounded by family at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 in her 81st year. Cherished wife of the late Ross McRobb (2021). Loving mother of Danny (Annilene), Doug (Sherry), and Kevin (Amber). Dear grandmother of Rachael McRobb (Stan Denstedt), Rebecca McRobb (Taylor Jantzi), Emma Pronk (Nic), Jenna (Tyler) O’Gorman, Jayde Martin (Caiman), Chaise McRobb, and Brooke McRobb. Beloved great-grandmother of Aurora, Henry, Cameron, Iris, Stirling, and Jillian. Rilla will be missed by her brother Harlen Whetham (Sharon Lett), her sisters-in-law Marion Officer and Sharon Good (Doug), and her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She is predeceased by her parents Leonard and Velma Whetham, sister Linda Mayburry, in-laws Clarence and Laura McRobb, brothers-in-law Don Mayburry and Elwyn Officer, and sister-in-law Diane Whetham.
Rilla enjoyed farming most of her life. In addition, she worked at Ideal Ladies Wear and K-Brand for many years. She gave back to the community in volunteering her time with the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation, the Royal Canadian Legion, Mount Forest Branch 134, the Mount Forest United Church and the Tollgate Community Club.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Sunday, October 19th from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Mount Forest United Church, 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest, on Monday, October 20th at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Following the service, all are invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship. Those unable to attend the service in person are welcome to view the livestream by clicking on the link below. Cremation will follow with inurnment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Rilla are asked to consider the Oncology or Palliative Care Units at Louise Marshall Hospital (c/o Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation), or Cancer Patient Services.
Funeral Service for Rilla McRobb
Condolences
Rilla was such a lovely lady filled with kindness. So very sorry for your loss.
To all the McRobb family,
We were so sorry to hear of Rilla’s passing,
I worked with her at K-Brand, and she was a very lovely person.
Rest in peace Rilla.
To the McRobb family … I am so sorry for your loss. I had such a lovely visit with Rilla earlier this year, she was a lovely, upbeat person and I always enjoyed our conversations and encounters over the years.
— Marilyn Brownrigg, October 16, 2025Sorry to hear about the passing of Rilla , deepest sympathies to the McRobb family. Brad and Cathy Schwindt
— Brad Schwindt, October 16, 2025Danny, Doug & Kevin
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, she was such a nice and friendly person.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Rilla will be missed. Wayne and Sandra Lytle
— Wayne and Sandra Lytle, October 16, 2025My condolences to Rilla’s family. She still be missed.
— Sandra mcmeekin, October 16, 2025Danny, Doug, Kevin & families, Marion, Sharon & Doug
I was so sorry to hear of Rilla’s passing. We had visited with her at Birmingham Lodge about a month ago. She was a kind, soft-spoken lady & will be missed.
I remember your Dad bringing your Mom to our place to let us know they were getting married. I also spent many summer holidays at Laura & Clarence’s &, we’d often visit your parents at Wally & Olla’s place. Danny was just a wee baby in those days.
Hold your memories close!
Bonnie & Phil Nash
Our deepest condolences to Kevin, Amber, Brooke, and your entire family. Please know that our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. ❤️ the Griffins
— Bill and Tara Griffin, October 16, 2025Our Deepest Sympathies, Rilla was a very lovely and kind lady, May she rest in peace
— Jerry and Valerie Arthur, October 16, 2025Our deepest condolences to all, Rilla will be missed by so many💕
— Darwin and Sandra Chilton, October 16, 2025Sorry for loss Kevin. Sending my condolences to you , Amber and the family.
— Derek Aitken, October 16, 2025Kevin, Amber and the family, I am so sorry to read this. She was such a lovely person. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
— Donna Padfield, October 16, 2025We're very sorry to hear this sad news.
Rilla was a very nice, friendly woman.
Jim and Kathy Armstrong
Our condolences to your entire family.
My deepest sympathies to your family.❤️
— Debbie Aitken, October 16, 2025Kevin, Amber and the entire McRobb family. Please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you.
— Gord and Kathy Calder, October 16, 2025