Robert Alexander Reimer, affectionately known as Bob, was born on January 24th, 1953, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. A passionate advocate, Bob passed the bar in 1981, dedicating his career to the service of his clients, whom he cared for deeply. On February 17, 2024, we tragically lost Bob.
To those who knew him, Bob was a kind soul, always ready to lend an ear and engage in thoughtful conversation. His curiosity and empathy made him a cherished friend and family member.
Bob had a passion for cars, with a particular fondness for his Mazda Miata. Over one memorable Christmas, he lovingly rebuilt and supercharged the engine right in his kitchen. His love for speed extended to the racetrack, where he was a longstanding member of the Victoria Motor Sports Club.
Bob is survived by his son, Jeff; his former partner and lifelong friend, Colleen Kovacs; his brothers, Gill (Shirley) and Wayne (Rhona); his nieces and nephews, Noah, Ezra, Eliza, Scott, and Clark; and his long-standing assistant, who was like an adopted daughter to him, Kayla.
While he might not have been a perfect man, he was the epitome of a father.
To my best friend, my Dad, and the gentlest man I have ever known, thank you for holding my hand. I wish you had let me hold yours a little longer.
Please join us for a celebration of his life in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, on March 9, 2024, at 2:00 pm.
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Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Dear Colleen and Jeff, I am so very sorry and saddened to hear of Bob’s sudden passing. My husband Rob Richey (deceased) always spoke so highly of Bob. They were not only past Collegues in the field of Law, but friends as well. They joined together every other week for Bible studies, to participating in power boating courses together. Also when my mom needed a Lawyer in her later years, Rob recommended Bob without hesitation to look after all her Legal needs. I was so appreciative. Bob also spoke so highly of his son Jeff, & was so very proud of him. You are both in my prayers Jeff and Colleen. Lord bless you, Sincerely Shelley Richey.
Dear Colleen and Jeff, I am so very sorry and saddened to hear of Bob’s sudden passing. My husband Rob Richey (deceased) always spoke so highly of Bob. They were not only past Collegues in the field of Law, but friends as well. They joined together every other week for Bible studies, to participating in power boating courses together. Also when my mom needed a Lawyer in her later years, Rob recommended Bob without hesitation to look after all her Legal needs. I was so appreciative. Bob also spoke so highly of his son Jeff, & was so very proud of him. You are both in my prayers Jeff and Colleen. Lord bless you, Sincerely Shelley Richey.
To Jeff and Family,
I didn’t know your Bob personally, but he was a friendly face that I saw regularly. I walk by his place on Shelbourne every day with my dog, and he always greeted us with a smile and a friendly hello whenever we saw him. I know that my sister knew him, she was a lawyer here in town until she passed away in 2013, so I felt like I kind of knew him. Anyway, I wanted to say that he was seen and thought of, even by people who didn’t know him. I knew something must have happened when the house didn’t quite seem “right”. And I have wondered every day until I just found this today. He sounds like a lovely man, and I will miss our brief interactions. My deepest condolences , I am so sorry for your loss.
My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the family .My late husband Ken Messerschmidt and I were two of Bob’s first clients when he opened his legal office on Shelbourne . Bob was a not only a well respected lawyer . Bob was a kind , caring and compassion man .
We referred him to many elderly family members and friends . Bob went to their homes , made visits to hospitals . Always taking time to careful guide and explain . Never making any client feel their questions were not valid or important. May good memories sustain you at this very sad and difficult time . Margaret Davis Messerschmidt
Dear Jeff , Colleen & families ,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of Bob. We were touched by the stories , memories ,
and reflections about Bob ‘S life and character that you shared at at his celebration of life on Sat .March 9 .
We wish peace for you in the days ahead.
With love ,
Maureen, Harry, and Sean