Sunday, March 8, 2026
March 8, 2026

ROBERT EDWARD SAGNESS

Sagness, Robert Edward

March 28, 1929 –

January 23, 2011

 

Bob was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He passed away peacefully at home on Salt Spring Island after a brief illness.

Predeceased by son Stephen – 1975

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his loving wife and best friend of 55 years, Rita. Also sons Ted and David and daughter Lisa (Tony) and grandsons, Steven, Ben and Kevin and 3 great-grandchildren. As well his sister Andree (John) and many nieces and nephews and extended family.

A Memorial gathering for family and friends will be held at the family home on Friday, January 28 – 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the charity of one’s choice.

 

Happy Boating, Bob!

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