With deep sadness we announce the passing of Robert B. McGee Q.C. on Monday April 18th at the age of 84. He leaves behind his loving wife Jean (nee Philp) of 58 years and his devoted daughters Wendy, Mary Louise (Michael Feraday). He also leaves behind his sister Frances, her husband Robert, and their daughter Beth.
Bob was born in Toronto on Dec 3rd, 1937, the son of Charlie and Marie McGee. He received his Honors B.A. from the University of Toronto in 1961. After graduating from Osgood Hall, L.L.B., Bob was called to the bar of Ontario in 1966. He was appointed Assistant Crown Attorney in Toronto in 1967. Bob was made Queens Counsel and Deputy Crown Attorney in 1977. Bob returned to private practice in 1982. He prosecuted and defended hundreds of criminal trials in Ontario.
Bob was very highly regarded by his many friends. He helped many aspiring lawyers with their careers along the way. Bob will be remembered for his hearty laugh and his affable and generous spirit. He loved his summers spent at his cottage on Wood Lake and holding court at many locations throughout the city especially the RCMI. Dad had a lot of courage, strength, and determination to continue to live after surviving 2 strokes in 2007.
Our family would like to express our deep gratitude to the staff at Isabel and Arthur Meighen Manor for their compassionate care, support, and friendship during the last 15 years. Bob has gone to a higher court! Dad was proud to say that he was born in Salvation Army Hospital and that he would die in Salvation Army nursing home.
A private service and internment took place on Friday April 22nd in Port Hope at the Ross Funeral Chapel and the Union Cemetery. Donations to the charity of your choice or the Salvation Army in the name of Robert B. McGee would be appreciated. People can share their condolences at www.rossfuneralchapel.com
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Robert Bruce McGee Monday April 18th 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Port-Hope, Province: Ontario