Obituary of Robert Edward Craigdallie

Robert Edward Craigdallie October 24, 1939-November 29, 2011 Robert, known by his friends as Bob, was born in Vancouver, B.C. and was raised in Victoria, B.C. He was the first child of Bert and Eileen Craigdallie, brother to Don and Ann. He attended Mount View High School until Grade 11 when he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force. After three years as an Instrument Technician, Bob left the military and returned to Victoria to complete his High School diploma. Upon graduation, Bob worked as an Assistant Ranger with the BC Forest Service. In 1964 Bob met Theresa (Terri) Ferguson while working in Barrier, B.C. They married in 1965 and moved to Vancouver Island in 1966. Bob and Terri were blessed with Tom, Laura, and Jason (Ken) in the following years. In 1978 the family moved to Dawson Creek and eventually settled at their farm in Gundy in December of 1979. Bob worked in a variety of occupations while running the family farm. In 1985 it was a surprise when Heather joined the family. Bob later became a proud Grandfather to Serena, Tyla, Layne, and Chanelle. Bob was an avid reader, enjoyed animals, fishing, lacrosse, hockey, and travelling to visit family and friends. His determination and dedication to a job well done were evident in all that he did. Bob’s outgoing nature made him many wonderful and treasured friends over the years. He will be fondly missed by all who knew him. Bob passed away peacefully in his home on November 29, 2011. Bob is survived by his wife Terri; children Tom, Laura, and Heather; grandchildren Serena, Tyla, Layne, and Chanelle; siblings Don and Ann; numerous brother and sister in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, and other close family. Thank you The family of Robert Craigdallie would like to extend a sincere and heartfelt thank you to everyone for their support and caring during this difficult time. A thoughtful act or a kind word may pass in a moment but the warmth and care behind it stays in the heart forever. Robert was cremated. A social gathering was held at the Craigdallie home Saturday, December 3rd, 2011 in Gundy, Alberta to celebrate Roberts' life.