DAMITZ, Robert Otto

At the age of 53, born January 18, 1958, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2011 after a long courageous battle with cancer. His wife and best friend Kim as well as his sister, Kathy were at his side.

Rob was predeceased by his father, Otto. Rob will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Kim, his mom, Sylvia Damitz, brother Rick (Lisa and Toni), sister Kathy (Gary), nephews David (Catherine) and Michael (Kirsten and Atlee), niece Rachel as well as the Dorcas family and many aunts and uncles.

Amongst his relatives, Rob leaves a legacy of many close and dear friends who will sorely miss him. He was an avid golfer and loved to travel and fish. During his seven years at Gray Monk Cellars, Rob's skills and dedication made him well respected by all who knew him. His quiet demeanor and his subtle sense of humour will forever be in our memories.

A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, December 27, 2011, 2 - 4 pm at Gray Monk Cellars: 1055 Camp Road, OK Centre, BC.

• Words can not express our sorrow at the loss of Rob, he truly was a special person. We will miss him. Our thoughts are with his wife Kim & his mother Sylvia. Nobby & Gen Dec 23, 2011
• A truly great friend...we'll miss you Rob. Lana & Billy Dec 23, 2011
• Rob was a great friend who showed us how to live life. We miss you so much already Buddy. Roger and Jillian Dec 23, 2011
• My sincere condolences Kim. Rob, I'm really gonna miss you buddy. Lorne Dec 24, 2011
• I truly enjoyed my time with Rob. His sense of humour and easy manner made for a pleasant few moments in the day. I am glad that I met Rob and will miss him.
  Bruce Jansen Dec 24, 2011
• We were blessed to have Rob in our lives.
  We miss you and we will never forget you Rob.
  Kim, we love you. Ingrid and Gharlie Dec 24, 2011
• The world will not be the same without our friend Rob. He will be missed and will never be forgotten.
  Mike & Steph, Powell River Dec 24, 2011
• We have been blessed to have Robbie in our lives for the past 18 years. He had a way of making everyone in his life feel special and has been a best friend to everyone in our family since the day we met him. We love you Rob and miss you heaps, but we'll never forget your smile that could light up a room or the kind soul that blessed our lives. You will be truly missed. Our sincerest condolences to Kim and the entire Damitz family and friends.
  Auz, Di, Jimmy & Cheyenne Dec 24, 2011
• Rob, you will be forever missed but never forgotten. I will always remember your strength and lovable manner. We love you. Den & Carolyn Dec 24, 2011
• Our sincere condolences Kim. Rob will be missed and always remembered with smiles and chuckles.
  Karen and Brian Marsh Dec 24, 2011
• Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Rob was a great friend and our time with him will forever be cherished - he will be missed but not forgotten. Kim, you're in our thoughts, know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt. Scott & Di Dec 24, 2011
• Kim and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
  Cheri, CSI Nurse Dec 24, 2011
• Rob will be sorely missed. He was definitely one of the good ones. Kim you know I love you and will always be there for you. Our hearts go out to the Damitz family and all of the friends left to mourn.
  Tracey, Tom and Taylor Dec 25, 2011
• We were deeply saddened to hear of Rob's passing. We are thankful to have known Rob, his quiet persona and ready smile will always be remembered. Our sympathy is with you Kim and and your family at this difficult time.
  
  Rick and Elizabeth Dec 26, 2011
• Dec. 22 was a very sad day for all those who knew Rob. He was right up there with the very best. My heart goes out to Kim and the Damitz family. Linda T Dec 26, 2011
• So many laughs, so many stories, so many helping hands, so much encouragement, so little time. I am honored to have called you my friend. I will miss our little chats. We love you Kim and will always be here for you. Geri & Ross Dec 26, 2011
• Rob was a bright light, always staying upbeat and positive through his tough battle with cancer. Kim, my deepest condolences to you and your family at this time. Laurie-Ann, Cancer Centre nurse Dec 26, 2011
• Rob helped put a little extra smile and a little extra laugh in my life. He will always be remembered.
  He leaves a legacy by having made the world that little extra nice to live in.
  Ray Dec 26, 2011
• We miss you already Rob. Kim we are here whenever you need us.
  Bart, Steph & the boys. Dec 26, 2011
• I send my condolences to the Damitz family. I worked with Rob 32 years ago at Safeway in Powell River and knew him to be a very dear and fun guy. You too have lost a great person far too soon. Your strength and love in your family will carry you through this. Strength is found in love.
  Irene (Francis) Thompson Dec 26, 2011
• We were so fortunate to know Rob as a co-worker but most of all as a friend. We will miss him. If you need anything Kim we are here for you.
  Bob and Vicki Dec 27, 2011
• Kathy, I am so sorry to hear. I had no idea Rob was ill. It has been a very long time ago since I have seen Robbie, but I will remember fondly the days Rob and Greg used to tease us older sisters. May he rest in peace. Dec 27, 2011
• Kim and Family.
  My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of deep sorrow.
  
  God bless.
  
  Krista Berrigan
  Dec 27, 2011
• Rob you are leaving a big hole in the Gray Monk family. We are missing you.
  George and Trudy. Dec 27, 2011
• Kathy & Sylvia & families. I am thinking of you all in this time of great loss. I know Rob will be on your hearts forever. He was a wonderful person.
  Joni Dec 27, 2011
• We already miss your smiling face Uncle Rob, but we will keep you in our hearts forever. Love Clayton, Amelia Jordan & Krista. Dec 28, 2011
• So shocked to hear of Rob's passing. He will always be remembered as a wonderful person, a true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kim and Sylvia and family. Bonnie and Bill Dec 28, 2011
• Heartfelt Condolences to brokenhearted mother Sylvia, wife Kim Dorcas, his sister Kathleen (Gary) Reim + Families, brother Rick(Lisa) Damitz and to all who knew him.
  Rest in Peace. You may be gone but memories live forever. Debbie + Robin and Families. Dec 28, 2011
• We were all so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all especially his wonderful wife Kim. Sincerely, Dr.R.C.Wageman and Staff Dec 31, 2011
• Our thoughts are with you.
  Love Erin and Brad and Family Jan 1, 2012
• Our thoughts are with you!!
  Love Aimee, Dave, Daelin, Sienna and Kalen. Jan 1, 2012
• Kim & Family, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Sandy and the girls at Caps. Jan 2, 2012
• I'll miss your laugh! I'll always remember the rides in the jeep!
  
  Your Niece, Rachel Reim Jan 3, 2012

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