In Loving Memory of Robert (Opa)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Jason in his 87th year. He was at peace and his desire to be reunited with his beloved Eva (Oma) and his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ was stronger than any earthly forces keeping him here.
On Thursday morning, March 3, 2022, while he was sleeping, he left his beloved home that he had named the “Jason Hacienda” and was immediately in his eternal Home. Over the past two months, after a fall, we brought him home to receive care, per his clear wishes. His mind was as sharp as always, but his body was failing him. This time gave Opa and our family the opportunity to share our love, to say goodbye properly, and to honour all of his wishes for this last phase of his life. We will forever be grateful to God for this time we all were given.
Robert leaves behind his loving sons Fred (Heidi) and Chris (Sherri). He was “#1 Opa of 7” to Rachel (Craig), Erik, Ben (Kasey), Rebecca, Caleb, Jared, and Gracie, who loved their Opa dearly. He also leaves behind his dear brother Mohan (now the last of his generation), who lives in Abu Dhabi, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family from both sides of the family.
He was born in Manama, Bahrain (near the United Arab Emirates) in 1935. His family were successful merchants and his family’s company is still thriving today. However, Robert had a different vision for his life, moved to Canada to pursue higher education and earned a B.A. and M.A. at Carleton University in Ottawa. There he met the love of his life, Eva, where she was working as a translator. She shared her love of Jesus Christ with him, and he converted to Christianity. They married and started their family and moved to St. Catharines, Ontario. Robert was a high school teacher there. After retirement, he worked in real estate for some time and a few other business ventures that interested him. Robert and Eva eventually built a house in Fonthill where he planned the landscaping and tended the gardens. Oma and Opa welcomed frequent visits from their grandchildren, who loved to play under the willow tree.
Robert was a man that stayed true to his convictions and spent much of his retirement encouraging others regarding his faith, health issues and political views via his email news service and Facebook.
While we sorely miss his presence, we rejoice that Opa is with the Lord. So we can join him in saying what he wrote in all caps on his daily email to his family, for every birthday and anniversary and frequently online: “THIS IS THE DAY THAT THE LORD HAS MADE. LET US REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT.” We love you Dad/Opa.
The entire family would like to express our appreciation to his caregivers, especially Lynne, Rosie, Jessica, Shannon, Shelly, Helen, and Lorie who tended to his needs physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Thanks also to Dr. David Sjaarda.
Robert’s family will receive visitors at his home church – Rolling Meadows Bible Chapel, 54 Sunset Way, Thorold on Friday, March 18, 2022, from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. and on Saturday, March 19, 2022, from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. The celebration of Robert’s life will take place immediately afterwards from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Light snacks, tea, and coffee to follow.
Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Niagara Shorthills Christian Ministries (Agape Valley).
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Robert Alexander Jason Thursday March 3rd 2022..
Death notice for the town of: FONTHILL, Province: Ontario