July 6, 1933 – May 12, 2012

Robert D. McLary

It is with tears and sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Robert “Bob” beloved husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather on Saturday, May 12 at the Royal University Hospital, Cardio Care Unit, Saskatoon from heart complications at the age of 78 years. He was surrounded by family. He was born July 6, 1933 on a farm near Fredericton, New Brunswick. He moved out west at the age of 18. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Marlene (nee McDougall); two sons Bernell (Sandy) McLary of BC, Trevor (Martha) McLary of Calgary; three daughters Donna (Grahame) Naylor of Prince Albert, Jacqueline (Dave) Russell of Emma Lake, Audrey (Rod) Kalyn of Shellbrook; eleven grandchildren Nigel, Bryn, Lonnie and Beth Naylor, Clark, Hannah and Jackson Russell, Sophie and Simon McLary, Carson and Austen Kalyn; great-grandson Seth Kanigan of Prince Albert; two brothers-in-law Gordon (Melanie) McDougall of Prince Albert, Rae (Pat) McDougall of Saskatoon; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Allan and Faith; in-laws Henry and Yvonne McDougall; Bill and Rita Ruznisky, several aunts, uncles and cousins in New Brunswick. Bob worked in construction as a carpenter all his life. He loved working in northern Saskatchewan at all different mines. His last 10 years of work he was employed for Cigar Lake Mining. When he retired at 65 his backyard became his place to continue his love of woodworking as he built all outdoor furniture and he fixed and repaired everything. As years went by, he had many health issues which changed his quality of life. Thanks to Dr. Surkan His doctor and friend, also Dr. Maciel and Home Care workers for making his life better. He enjoyed the company of his three sons-in-law Rod, Dave and Grahame, who always showed up when there was a job to be done. Their saying always was “Papa what is your problem now?” He also enjoyed seeing his grandchildren walk in. He always had a joke for them. Everyone will always remember his wit and humour. We will always remember you with love forever. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 16 from St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church by Father Roque Concepcion. It is the family’s request that donations be made to Victoria Hospital Foundation, Emergency Room Equipment. Interment will take place at Prince Albert Memorial Gardens. Family and friends may send email condolences to www.riverparkfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Colette Kadziolka – Funeral Director.

• Date : 2012-05-12 06:00:00
• Location : Saskatoon, SK