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Bob Forbes

December 23, 2024

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Robert “Bob” Forbes passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Owen Sound on Monday, December 23, 2024, at the age of 79. Formerly of Tobermory, Bob was the beloved husband of the late Carolyne Forbes (nee Durance). Cherished father of Sean (Tina) of Mississauga, Dan (Katie) of Tobermory, Tara MacDonald (Robert) of Wiarton, and Patrick (Diana) of Sarnia.

Much loved grandfather of Samantha, Ethan, Lauren, Kiera, Bryaire, Kearnyn, Hudsen, Davis, and Gracie. Dear brother of Marlene Timms (Ray) of Sarnia and Betty Swain (Tom) of Huntsville, and brother-in-law of Cathy Houser, Brenda Durance, Doris Fleming (Harold), and Sue Durance. Predeceased by his parents, Margaret (nee Byers) and Frederick Forbes, and brothers-in-law John Durance, Jason Durance, and Tom Durance.

Funeral Service: Friday, May 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Tobermory United Church. Interment to follow at Dunk’s Bay Cemetery, Tobermory.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Lion’s Head Chapel, Lion’s Head. Expressions of remembrance to Lion’s Head Hospital c/o Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com.

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