Died peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on May 18th, 2010 in Victoria, BC. He was born on September 22, 1923 in Edmonton, Alberta. Bob is survived by his loving War Bride of 65 years, Mary, and his children Bob (Joette), Lynne (Dave Smith), Don (Denyce), Walt (Tina), John (Pat), and Anne Margetish; grandchildren, Brady (Renee), Lance (Christina), Amanda, Jeremi (Rebecca), Kelly, Sarah, Aaron Margetish, Adam Smith (Meghan), Ryan Smith (Angie), Andy (Amber), and Nikki; great-grandchildren, George, Josh, Jack, Bailey, Milla, and Dillyn.
A Celebration of Bob’s amazing life will be held at Uplands Golf Club, 3300 Cadboro Bay Road on Wednesday, May 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm. Our family wishes to express our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Dan Buie, Dr. Donna Cuthbert and all the staff at the Royal Jubilee Hospital for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada (Western Region) at 310 – 1682 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 4S6. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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Dana Niemczyk
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Dan Leno Sorry to read of the passing of your father guys.
I had met your dad back in the early 70’s when I would
have coffee with Walt and him at the gov’t buildings. My sincere
sympathy to your Mom, sisters and the remainder of your
families.
Dan Leno
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Paul " Edgar " Baines Mrs. Burrows, Bob, Ann,Donny,Walt, John & family :
I was just notified of the passing of Bapco and would like to
express my deepest sympathy. Wow, what a celebration of life you must have had, so sorry that I missed it. He was such an inspiration to so many kids whether he was instilling good sportsmanship or just a word of wisdom, such as , ” I don’t care what you do just don’t get caught ” !!I won’t mention any names , but , the 2 oldest sons had a small party one weekend while Mr. & Mrs. were enjoying a nice relaxing weekend up-island. But the rain came & they decided to come home early. Unfortunately they didn’t phone to say that they would be home early & were not to impressed to see that every mattrees in the entire house on St Patrick Street was now on the living room & dining room floor . !!! Couldn’t ground the boys for long ’cause we had a B’ball game the next nite & Bapco didn’t want the boys to miss a game.
Those memories & his love of life with be forever with me.
Edgar.
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FRANK WOODS TO THE BURROWS FAMILY:
– MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF BOB BURROW’S SENIOR…GROWING UP IN OAK BAY EVERYONE KNEW MR. BURROWS AND OF COURSE THE BURROWS FAMILY….GREAT MEMORIES OF PLAYING BALL AT WINDSOR PARK A ND OF COURSE ORGANIZED BASEBALL AT FIREMAN’S PARK AND CARNARVON….I HOLD MR. BURROWS IN THE HIGHEST REGARDS AS A COACH AND MORE IMPORTANTLY, AS A PERSON AND FRIEND…..EVEN IN THE LATER YEARS WHEN MR. BURROWS WOULD MEET MR.BOB FOR COFFEE NEAR WORK, MR. BURROWS WOULD ALWAYS SMILE AND ASK ME HOW I WAS DOING…ALWAYS CALLING ME BY NAME …AS INDICATED BY THE FANTASTIC TURNOUT AT UPLANDS YESTERDAY, MR BURROWS AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE HAD A LARGE IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY, ESPECIALLY THE SPORTING ONE….GREAT SPEECHES AND GREAT VIDEO PRESENTATION…TREMENDOUS TRIBUTE TO ONE OF VICTORIA’S FINEST MEN, MR BURROWS…..
YOUR FRIEND
FRANK WOODS
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Gerry Lister A tribute fit for a King and so be it!
Bapco, we’d still be there if I gave my thoughts of you!!
We love you and your family and how you admired them all!!
Mary, keep up your tremendous attitude towards life! You’re an inspiration to so many of us!
We will get to a Seal game this year, in his Spirit!
He was loved by many and admired by thousands!
Bob, rest in peace, to your Family , we love you all and will be there for you anytime!!
When my Father died in 1999, Babco phoned and said,”List, I’ll be there for you” and then hung up!
He was always there for me, thirty five years ago and still there now, in his spirit!
Thank you, thank you,
Rest in Peace, Bapco,
My Friend, Mentor and Coach,
Thanks,
Listo
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mike metcalfe mrs. burrows & family, please know our thoughts are with you…MR. BURROWS was always a real family favourite of the METCALFE family…he will never be forgotten!!! cheers mike metcalfe & family
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Peter Michielin It’s a testament to his character that I still remember Mr. Burrows from when he managed our ball team in 1968 and 1969. Only 2 short summers, yet I still feel the positive influence that he provided more than 40 years ago.
My sincere condolences to the family.
Peter Michielin
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Corol [Smith] Pallan Dear Mary and family,
You have been in my thoughts. I have fond memoiries of Bob and the many happy times our families shared as I was growing up. I remember Bob as always kind, caring and jovial. It is always hard to say good-bye to one you love. I know you will find comfort in your happy memories.
Sincerely, Corol [Smith] Pallan
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Clarke Stokkeland Dear Burrows Family:
I truly thought Bob was one fantasic guy!
My condolences,
Clarke Stokkeland
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Rick Humber My condolences to the Burrows family. I remember Bob Sr. as the kindest of men. He was a great role model for his family, as well as, for those of us that were lucky enough to have known him along the way.
Rick Humber
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Mary (Coutts) Bendsen Dear Bob and Family
Sad to hear of your Dad’s passing. Mom died last night and that is why I saw the Obit. Hope you are otherwise well. Hugs, from your fellow athlete, Mary (Coutts) Bendsen
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Gloria Ekstrom Dearest Mary and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss, it is so sad for you all. I did not know Bob that well only the wonderfull stories you would tell us at work. My thoughts are with you all in this time of sadness, take care . Love Gloria Ekstrom(OEI)
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Jill Connell (nee Stuckey) Mary & Bob attended Mom and Dad’s services in 2008 and 2003. That particular generation had a lot in common – service to their country, marrying warbrides and “family”. It is obvious that Bob was a terrific and dedicated family man throughout his many amazing years. Take strength with your loved ones now and know that his dear memory will be held in your hearts forever.
Sincerely, Jill Connell
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Sam and Irene Dumka Dear Mary and family please accept our deepest condolences. Bob was my daughter’s father-in-law. We have known each other for many years. We share your sorrow in the loss of a very dear friend, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Irene and Sam Dumka
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MIKI SIMPSON Dear Mary
My thoughts are with you at this time, Bob was a good friend to
Denis & me, he will be missed.Call me anytime.
250-598-5334Luv
Miki
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Joe Cardle Bob had a tremendous influence on me and a number of other ball players that he coached . He not only was a teacher of the game of baseball, he was also able to build character and confidence in his players while creating team cohesion. Bob made you believe in your abilities and created a respectful atmosphere among players on his teams. The most important way that I can hope to pay tribute to Bob in my career as an educator and school administrator is to emulate, in some small way, the virtues and integrity he possessed when working with youth in our community.
My sincere condolences to the Burrows family.
Joey
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Patrick Harkness To the Burrows Worldwide Family.
As a member of our Br 127 Legion and knew Bob during both our government careers and our membership in the Legion I want to share my ‘sorrow for your loss’. Bob was indeed a courageous person and his manner and demeanor during the last years of his life is a testament to his work and life-ethic.
I was honoured to know such a courageous person; so mote-it-be!
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sandra harris (nee Stuckey) Dear Mary and family,
I was very saddened to read of Bob’s passing. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Your wonderful memories of him will forever be with you, and each day the sorrow will be a little less. Take great care.
Sincerely,
Sandy Harris
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Barb Moretti and Allie John ,Pat ,Kelly and Sarah, and all the Burrows family.
My sincere condolences to you all . I was deeply saddened to hear the passing of great person. I spent so many wonderful years together with the Burrows family at the ballpark. He will always be remembered.
Love Barb Moretti and Allie
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Sue & Mac Johnson Tina & Walt – Sorry to hear of your Dad’s death. ..I know he had been in and out of the hospital for quite a time.
Our condolences to the family
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Gerry Lister I don’t know where to begin to address the impact Bob, (Bapco) had on my life, but it’s not about me, it’s about one of the Greatest People I’ve ever had anything to do with in this town!
Bob was a sincere, loving, tough, yet, a gentle Man, who put others before himself and I was one that experienced that over my sports career.
He was my mentor and I looked up to him more than anyone else in sports in this town. He was my driving force to accomplish what I managed to accomplish.
Bob assisted many young atheletes in this town from behind the scenes. Typical Bob!
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Family.
You only die if your forgotten in the hearts of those you leave behind! Bob will have everlasting life in my heart!
Gone, but not forgotten, Thanks for everything Bapco, rest in peace!
List!
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Roberta (Lister) Jones My condolences to the Burrows family. Although, I had never met Grandpa Bob, I know how sad it is to lose a loved one. I feel like an Aunt to Amanda, she and my niece Kim have been best friends forever. Celebrate Grandpa’s life, it was a good one.
Sincerely, Roberta
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Dave, Annie and Jack Mulcahy To Bob, Don, Walt, John and family,
We were saddened to hear of your father’s passing and our thoughts are with you all.
Bapco was a positive influence in my life and I will never forget his encouragement to me personally and all the players before games, and his calmness whether we won or lost.
Annie and I look forward to seeing you all on Wednesday to help celebrate and honour your father’s devoted family life.
Mulcs
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Edith Jackson To Mary and Family: I am sending you my condolences and hope that time will heal the sorrow that you feel today. You probably don’t remember me, I am the oldest of Bill and Jean Robbins and use to see Bob at May and Harolds when we got down to visit them. Take care. Edith and Ernie Jackson
It was with great sadness that I read of Bob’s passing. Please accept my condolences and know that it was not only an honor but such a pleasure to have met Bob and Mary while I was at The Kensington.
Every visit was greeted with a smile, a joke or a laugh. I miss those days and send my very best to Mary and family.
Dana