McMURDY, Robert (Bob) Dowds - Robert (Bob) Dowds McMurdy of Cobourg, ON passed away peacefully on May 1, 2021, with family by his side.
Bob was predeceased by his loving wife of 49 years, Alice (Parry) and leaves behind his partner Dagny; children Linda (Brent), Diane (Mark), Bob (Nancy) and Sharon; 7 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
Born in Toronto on September 5, 1931, Bob spent most of his career in the grocery industry (Dominion Stores).
An only child, he devoted himself to his growing family and delighted in the role of "Papa" to his grandchildren who all loved to be with him and Alice during their early retirement years at Chandos Lake.
He was a dedicated volunteer with Apsley Lions Club and as a driver at Community Care Northumberland, and was always at the ready with a funny story or a good joke.
The family extends their gratitude to the exceptional staff and volunteers at Palisade Gardens, Ed's House Hospice, and Drs. C. Dahle and M. Essak.
Memorial donations may be made to Ed's House Hospice Care Centre, www.commcare.ca.
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