Donald Robb
1937-2021
“When I come to the end of
the road and the sun has set for me,
I want no tears in a gloom-filled
room,
why cry for a soul set
free?
Miss me a little-but not for
long,
and not with your head bowed
low.
Remember the love we once
shared,
Miss me-but let me
go.”
Although written in the third person, Don participated in
writing his obituary.
It is with great sadness and heartbreak the family of Donald
(Don) Albert Robb announces he passed away on July 30, 2021 at Hospice
Wellington, Guelph Ontario.
Don would be the first to tell you he lived an amazing life.
He was married to the love of his life and his best friend Joan
(McVean). He adored his children Megan (Kirk Brandt) and
Jamie (Karen) and was immensely proud of them and their successful
careers in education.
He loved his grandchildren, Kai and Zoë Brandt and
Max, Liam and Cole Robb. He took great pleasure in seeing
them embark on their educational and life
journeys.
Don’s brother Barry (Sue 2016) was his lifelong friend and
they supported each other through life’s ups and downs. He leaves
behind his extended family Alex and Susan McVean and his many nieces
and nephews.
Don loved his career in education as a Teacher, Department
Head, Principal and Superintendent with the Scarborough Board of
Education. He enjoyed working with young people and was passionate
about coaching football, something he did throughout his entire
career. It was gratifying to run into former students later in his
life and hear their memories and thanks for lessons taught both in the
classroom and on the athletic field.
As a superintendent he enjoyed working with and motivating
teachers through his professional development sessions. His
sense of humour and his many overheads will be remembered by
Scarborough Educators.
Don’s years at Queen’s University were memorable.
He was captain of the Golden Gaels Football Team and winner of the
Jenkins Trophy for academic and athletic excellence. He was proudly
inducted into the Queen’s Football Hall of Fame in
1994.
In retirement, he embraced life as a
golfer, spending countless hours at the Cutten Club in
Guelph. He loved to “help” his fellow golfers, his
friend Bob in particular, while treading on their putting lines and
encouraging them to move more quickly. He enjoyed his committee work
at the club with the Senior and Junior programs and the Playing
Committee.
Don travelled the world in retirement, often with his golf
clubs accompanied by his favourite golfing partner
Joan.
Don treasured his friends and family and loved telling and
retelling his stories and playing his practical jokes. Those who knew
him well will miss the fun and laughter.
Our family wishes to thank Dr. C. Shafir, Dr. H. Reid Rafla
and LHIN for their wonderful care. A special thank you to Hospice
Wellington for the comfort they provided during Don’s final
days.
There will be a public celebration of life at Cutten Fields,
Guelph once we are able to safely gather. Currently, we will be
following social distancing protocols due to Covid-19 and as a result
the initial ceremony will be a private one, by invitation only and
masks are required. We ask that you do not attend if feeling unwell or
have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for
Covid-19. Arrangements entrusted to GILCHRIST CHAPEL-
McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph
(519-824-0031). If desired, memorial contributions may
be made to Hospice Wellington, in Guelph 519-836-3921 or the Canadian
Cancer Society (Prostate Cancer) 519-249-0074. We invite you
to leave your memories and donations online at: www.gilchristchapel.com
and they will be forwarded to the family.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Donald Robb 19372021..
Death notice for the town of: Guelph, Province: Ontario