Robert Gillies

February 10, 1943 - April 12, 2025

Passed away peacefully after a short illness at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in his 83rd year.

Survived by his loving wife Ann, daughters Sarah (Richard), Valerie (James), and Kathryn (Ben), and granddaughters Eve, Everleigh, and Florence. Robert was the last surviving sibling of six children of Robert and Annie.

Born in Edinburgh, Scotland on February 10, 1943, Robert and Ann met in a Toronto pub in the early 70s after both had relocated to Canada. They were married in May 1976 and raised their three daughters in Scarborough, where they lived for over 40 years.

Robert was an avid golfer, taking numerous golf trips and participating in two golf leagues. He was a proud member of UA Local 46 for over 55 years and served as editor of their magazine, Tradewind.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Alzheimer Society of Canada. For those residing in the UK, donations to Macmillan Cancer Support or The Alzheimer’s Society are appreciated.

Visitation:
Friday, May 16, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Chapel Service:
Friday, May 16, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Interment:
Friday, May 16, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Reception:
Friday, May 16, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.