Peacefully and surrounded with the love of his family, Bob Knowlton passed away on November 10, 2012. Predeceased by his parents, Harold and Gladys Knowlton and step-daughter, Shannon Tyner. Bob was a loving husband to Maxine, adoring Dad to his children, Karin, Megan (Randy) and Cameron, proud Papa to grandson, Max, step-father to Lisa, grandpapa to Liam, brother to Carol Harris and uncle to Gordon (Lei Leng), Gretchen (Stu) and Bobby.
Bob was born on October 6, 1938 in Windsor, Ontario, eventually moving to Vancouver and attending Magee High School. Following in his father’s footsteps, he began his career with Imperial Life Insurance in 1962 at the age of 22. His success with the company brought him to Victoria in 1975 as Manager, to then eventually start Knowlton Insurance. He was an active member of the Capital City Club for 36 years and from this established many cherished, long term friendships. Bob was passionate about his job and being around people… he loved it until the end!
Bob was always armed with his camera, spending hours developing his own pictures and sharing them with family and friends. Many weekends were spent fishing from his boat and taking trips with the boys to the San Juan Islands. Bob had a love of music that ranged from Pink Floyd to Santana to Rod Stewart. He always had something to play for whoever would listen! His infatuation with electronic gadgets and having to buy the latest product was legendary. He always had to have the most current version of everything!
But what most defined Bob most was his love for his family, the value he placed on his many friendships and laughter. He was never without a joke right up to the end and right through his most difficult times. Everyone who knew Bob can smile right now remembering him this way and how he touched the lives of many with his humour, his compassion and his love of life.
A huge thank you to all Bob’s friends who kept in touch, visited, shared a laugh and a glass of wine throughout his courageous fight with cancer. Your love and support meant everything to him and to all of his family.
A special thanks to Dr. Sealey and the many wonderful nurses and volunteers at Victoria Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Victoria Hospice.
Funeral Service will be held in McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 16, 2012. Reception to follow in McCall’s Family Centre. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Maxine and family. The obituary reads beautifully in terms of reflecting Bob’s love of life, family and humour. Bob was a dear friend to me and through difficult times as well as the good times he could always bring a smile to my face. My heart felt heavy when I found out about his passing. He will be missed by many because he was loved by so many.
My sincere condolences to Bob’s family. Bob always had a smile and a laugh and a sincere interest in what you were doing. He welcomed and encouraged me when I first started with CCEA and the group of key friends he introduced have stayed true through the years. He will be greatly missed and remembered by many.
My thoughts are with you.
Glenda.
He made me laugh , often
Thanks Bob
My sincerest sympathy to you all. It was always a pleasure spending time with Bob. There was always lots of laughter. He was a class act, with that little twist. I feel blessed to have had him cross my path in life.
Oh my Oh my my dear friend has died..Bob and I had a lovely relationship during school and he truly was a great guy..
I am very sad to hear about him passing and send my deepest sympathy to all his family.
I loved that guy . Rest in peace Mr
Lola
Karin and family
I am so sorry for your loss. What a strong fight he put up to stay. Wishing you all continued strength in the memories of him.
My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Bob was always a kind friend and positive influence every time I met with him, and his ability to lift the spirits of any situation is a testament to the outstanding individual he will be remembers as.
Our thoughts and prayers go to his family during these difficult times.
Our sincerest sympathy to you all in the loss of your dad,husband and grandfather.
Our thoughts, prayers and hearts are with you at this very sad time.
I know how much he will be missed by you all…May he rest in peace.
Helena and Blair Watling
One of the first brokers I met when I started in the financial services industry was Bob, he was always ready with a joke and a smile. He was a genuine person who called life as he saw it….and did so with no regets.
My condolences to Maxine and family, your loss is a great one. If there is anything that can be done to help please do not hesitate to ask.
Karen & all the HUB Victoria Staff
My sincerest condolences to Maxine and the family.
Bob’s humour brought many laughs to his many friends and he will be missed. There will never be another like him.