WILKINSON, Robert  -  It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Bob Wilkinson, a great and generous man beloved by all, especially the love of his life, Lynne; daughter, Patti (Barry); grandchildren, Daniel, Taylor; nieces and nephews, Steve, Sue (Bob), Debbie (Kirk), Mark (Peter), Terrie (Jason); great nephews and niece Matthew, Courtney and Christopher.

He was predeceased by his father, Lawrence; mother Thelma; and sister, Helen (Allen).

Bob's story is as remarkable as the man himself.

He grew up in downtown Toronto, on the "wrong side of the tracks" but made a real name for himself through hard work and his persuasive personality.

He worked his way up from the ground floor to the executive floor as a senior sales executive at Peerless Carpets, and then later at End of the Roll. Bob loved people and he and Lynne loved to entertain people.

He was a masterful storyteller who had an opinion on just about everything!

He had many hobbies from horses and hearts to hockey, baseball, and golf. He enjoyed a good wager on the golf course, and he was very skilled at negotiating strokes. He loved to incessantly tease those around him, and he just loved life and the people in his life.

He was generous to a fault and a deeply caring family man. Bob, you may be gone, but you will not be forgotten.

May you rest in peace.

Cremation has taken place. There will be a celebration of life for the family at a later date.