May 9, 1956 – April 27, 2015
Shawnigan Lake, BC
Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 12th, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Shannon Hall, Cloverdale Rodeo Grounds in Surrey, BC.
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Bob/Leo.
Bob/Leo was first a beloved son to Jean and George Davidson (deceased); brother to Pat (Tom) Carveth, Ian (Sherry) Davidson; father to Karen (Travis) Andrews; Grandfather to Julia; soul mate, husband and best friend to his wife, Hedy; brother-in-law to Claire (Tim) Blom-Campbell; son-in-law to Denise Blom. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews, cousins, and many, many friends.
Bob/Leo was raised in Victoria, but, moved to Vancouver in the early 80’s to pursue his career in the Roofing industry. He found success and satisfaction as he grew in the industry, eventually taking on more and more leadership roles. When the time came for retirement, he found projects that occupied him completely: Motorcycling and tracing his Family Tree. Both provided him much satisfaction and relaxation. And winning at Wizard.
When illness came into Bob/Leo’s life, he was gifted with the most incredible caregivers. All of his health supporters were amazing; but, those named here went the extra mile and beyond . We are very grateful for GP, Dr. Derek Lowe; surgeon and cherished Health advocate, Dr. Charudute Shete; Patient Care Coordinator, Nurse Michelle Fisher; Home Health Nurse, Brenda Knowles; and his sister, Pat, who dropped everything to be by her brother’s side every time he had a new health challenge. Words cannot say thank you enough.
We are grateful to have had the (almost) 59 years that he shared with us all. He was a man of great integrity, pure tenacity and fairness. A bright light has gone out in our lives. He will never be forgotten.
A celebration of Bob/Leo’s life will be held in mid-June in Surrey or Langley. Details will follow. Please, no flowers. Instead, put out an act of kindness in the world around you. Pay forward something that will impact a life. Remember him well by caring for your loved ones just a little closer.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
36 Responses
Dearest Hedy and Family and Friends…
As i sit here in front of this computer at 2am, not being able to sleep, I’m thinking of you Hedy, tomorrow will be a day filled with so much for you to bear…All your friends and family and the love of your life looking down upon you…I know Leo your soul is right beside you…I am sure the Celebration for Leo will be wonderful and full of happiness from everyone that knew this amazing man….He was a proud man..so honest, intelligent and knowledgeable…kind and generous…The one thing that stood out the most was his fierce love for you and his family…Leo showed this everyday of his life, especially on the holidays…His decorating and baking and fun was the best in the west…What memories he gave to each and every one of us…The friendship and love he bestowed upon us we will cherish forever…His laughter and giggles when he was winning in wizard especially when he was beating broomhilda (cheryl) was so funny…Ohhh the memories you must have of this great man that you were so lucky to have simply wonderful, He Played Hard, He Laughed Hard, He Loved you Hard…He lived to the Fullest…Leo A Great Man… A father, friend, a son, buddy, best of all your husband and soul…Soo, Hedy tomorrow will be a day filled with so many emotions of joy and sadness but most of all love, so much love…and we get to share it with you too…A great celebration of Love for such a great Man We love you Hedy and Leo Davidson…xoxoxoxo
Dear Hedy and family…
Mere words cannot express the sadness we feel for the loss of the love and light of your life….
He will be remembered as an unforgettable life force who fiercely loved his family and who could tell a good joke and make you laugh, bake a yummy shortbread and even share them!! Proud of his heritage and where he came from. loved pretty girls with long legs, loved a good smoke and of course a good drink with NFF!!!!But most of all he loved you with all his heart!!!! He will be missed and remembered fondly!!! Love ya sweetie God bless Vernie & Pete
Hedy,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
We always enjoyed our time with you and Leo at the Firestone events and later at Skyline.
Leo had a great nature and we will miss him.
Out deepest sympathy to you Hedy.
Ingrid and Howard Zerr
With a heart as big as yours I know the pain you feel. Your best friend may be gone but he will always be with you. If there is anything we can do please let me know.
So sorry for your loss-although we only met Leo a couple of times, it was obvious you had a very special relationship. He fought a good fight but now is waiting for you on the other side.
I knew Leo along time ago when I was a teenager, we worked together, he was so full of life, so much fun, his laughter is still etched in my head.I just found out about his passing this morning, words aren’t enough too express my sorrow for you all.
My deepest condolences from the bottom of my heart, wishing you all peace until you see him again in heaven,sincerely Loretta Chelini