Robert “Bob” Edwin Conlon, 81, passed away peacefully at Greenwoods Eldercare, attended by his close friend Donna, on September 16th, 2024.
Bob was born on May 5th, 1943 to parents Nellie (Bawden) and Thomas Bede Conlon in Perth, Australia.
As an adventurous young man, Bob travelled by ship to the west coast of Canada in the late 1960’s “to see what is was like over there”. Here, he met and married his love, Joan (Kay), who had also immigrated to Canada from England. They shared a deep love. Together they enjoyed skiing at Mount Baker, and travelling to various other countries. A talented professional upholsterer, Bob artistically upholstered all the chairs and sofas in their home.
He was an enthusiastic player of golf, cricket (for which he won awards), and darts at the Salt Spring Legion. He loved jokes and comic banter, and liked to make people laugh.
Bob leaves behind his loving sister, Julie Bechelli. He is predeceased by his wife Joan (2015), his brothers, Peter and Tom, and their parents, Nellie and Thomas.
Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Greenwoods Eldercare for their understanding, compassionate care. Deep gratitude also to the kind staff of Heritage Place, and also to the doctors and nurses of Salt Spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Greenwoods Eldercare.
In spite of his health challenges, Bob lived his life on his own terms, always. He will be missed.
“See you on the flipside!”