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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, “Robin”. Rob passed away peacefully at University Hospital, London, Ontario, surrounded by his family. Rob is survived and will be greatly missed by his loving wife Barbara of 64 years, son Greg, daughter-in-law Leslie, daughter Jenn and son-in-law Chico Martin. To carry on the Carter name, Rob is also survived by his three grandsons, Nick (Heather), Alex (Alyssa), and Ben (Amberlea). Rob was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Molly Carter, and in-laws, Jack and Gladys Belwa.
Rob was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, where he spent his carefree youth exploring the vast river valley, discovering the beauty and adventure that awaited him in his favourite place, the Rocky Mountains. Upon graduating from high school, Rob joined the army, receiving his post-secondary education at Royal Roads Military College, Victoria, BC, and Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston, ON.
After serving 3 years as an infantry officer with the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, completing the US Army Ranger course and time with the Princess of Wales Own Regiment, Rob decided it was time to further his education, attending Queens University, Kingston receiving his Masters and PhD in Economics. A professor of Economics, Rob began his career at the University of Victoria before moving to Western University where he worked until his retirement in 1997. Rob subsequently took academic sabbaticals at several universities, including Mannheim, Cambridge, Chicago, Iowa and Victoria. While on sabbatical to both Mannheim, Germany and Cambridge, England, Rob, never one to be still, took advantage of this time to share many adventures with his family. During one family holiday to Scotland, Rob convinced his son Greg to climb Ben Nevis with him, an experience they laughed and talked about for many years. A keen and devoted mountaineer, belonging to the Alpine Club of Canada, Rob also enjoyed being active in Aki-do for many years. Another great passion for Rob was his love of music, enjoying various genres. An evening spent on the dance floor with Barb was an evening well spent. Upon his retirement from Western, Rob heard the mountains beckoning, so he and Barb moved to Cochrane, Alberta, where they spent their spring and summer months for 25 years, enjoying time there with family and friends, returning to their home in London, Ontario for the winter season.
As requested by Rob, he will have one last great climb to his final resting place in his beloved Rockies. In accordance with his wishes, a private family service will be held.
As I climb a narrower mountain
Measuring pace and breath
Bless me with fellow travellers
Who lighten my weary soul.
Special thanks to the wonderful and caring staff at Oakcrossing Retirement Home, University Hospital, London and to friends and family who kept him in their prayers. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada in Rob’s name would be greatly appreciated.
June 21 1937 February 11 2025
Death notice for the town of: London, Province: Ontario
death notice Richard Anthony Lynch Carter June 21 1937 February 11 2025
obituaries notice Richard Anthony Lynch Carter June 21 1937 February 11 2025
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