Obituaries

CALDOW, Robert Joseph Pearson (Bob)

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 23 at the age of 89. Survived by his children: Tim (Barb) of Penhold, AB, Tom (Judy) of Kamloops, Cathy Gibbon (Rob) of Kelowna, Kelly Slade (Dave) of Cobble Hill, BC; 13 grandchildren: Josh (Jessica), Em (Jared), Joe (Carley), Katie (Jeremy), Eric, Colin (Shandri), Becky (Donovan), Jason (Alex), Shawn (Thais), Leah, Bethany, Mike, and Denise (Cass); 16 great grandchildren: Zack, Carter, Levi, Walker, Wyatt, Eli, Preston, Anna, Mika, Atticus, Pyper, Milo, Oliver, Charlotte, Gemma, and Skye; brothers Andy and Gordon Caldow, and sister Betty Ivans. Predeceased by his wife, Roberta, and youngest daughter, Betty-Jo. Bob was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He loved fishing, hunting, and the great outdoors. Bob was vice-president and partner in Cypress Equipment Company for many years and was a lifetime member of the Oceola Fish and Game Club in Lake Country, where he played a major role in the procurement and development of the shooting range. He loved people and life and will be sorely missed. Families are Forever Dad. We love you! A memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 29th at 7PM at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the BC Wildlife Federation, or the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Condolence Messages

Apr 30, 2017
So sorry for your loss Cathy & Rob.

Sue Rampone
Apr 29, 2017
It was an honour for us to share in the lives of your parents. Bob & Berta were an exceptional couple and we value the time we were able to spend with them. Tonight was a further glimpse into their lives; so many memories!

Gil & Sue Schmunk
Apr 27, 2017
We will fondly remember Bob as a great sportsman and gentleman.

Darcy and Nina Armitage
Apr 27, 2017
We are very sorry for your loss. Uncle Bob was a very special man and will be dearly missed.

Dave and Edda
Apr 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss.

Gordon and Maryann Heltman
Apr 25, 2017
So sorry for your loss Cathy, Rob & family.

~ Jennifer Ferguson