Robert Forrest Boyd – Whitley

November 8, 2017

Robert Forrest Boyd-Whitley passed away in New Westminster on November 8, 2017. It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our dear Bob. He was a devoted husband, adoring father, loving son, loyal sibling, goofy uncle, steadfast friend, and a patient mentor. Bob’s gentleness, honesty, integrity, humor, and compassion will be missed by many, as well as his great hugs.

Bob is survived by, his loving wife Deborah; sons Shae and Evan, daughter Marlea; parents Bill and Marjorie; siblings Frank (Uyen), Sharon (Kelly), Kevin (Jeananne), Brian (Heather) and Sue (Karen); many nieces, nephew’s, great- nieces and great-nephews and a close family of friends.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday December 1, 2017, 3:00pm, Kwomais Point Park, Sanford Hall, Surrey, BC. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence for the family.

Messages of Condolence

We were so sorry to hear. We have such wonderful memories of Christmas when we lived in Victoria and Kevin and Jeananne were kind enough to invite us to join the family for games and of course the huge turkey. Our thoughts are with you.

- John and Sheila Nixon

We are very sad about Bob, we want to send our deepest condolences to Debbie, Shae, Evan and family With deep sorrow Thinking of you Peggy & Bob

- Peggy & Bob

I was one of the homestay student for two and half years, 7 years ago. Bob was like a father to me. Because of Bob and Debbie, my first 2 and half years in Canada were the most memorable and the happiest time of my life in Canada. Thank you Bob for being so compassionate and such a loving homestay father to me. My thought goes out to Debbie, Shae, and Evan, and every one in the family.

- Millie Liu

I was devastated to hear about the sudden passing of my dear friend and colleague, Bob. He was a mentor to me, always made me laugh, and his calm and confident manner around the workplace has been missed since his retirement last December. My deepest condolences to the family. His wife, Debbie, is also a cherished friend. Sending healing thoughts to all who knew and loved Bob. Love Sharel:(

- Sharel Wentz

Dear Debbie, Evan, Shea and Marlea: We were so saddened by the news of the sudden passing of Bob. He was such an ongoing and vibrant part of the community! With heartfelt thoughts and deepest condolences to all of you. Take good care of yourselves. Edith and Bob Schwartz

- Edith and Bob Schwartz

Sorry to hear of your loss ,thoughts and prayers are with you. I like to thank you for the brief time we knew each other through our home stay students in 2013-2016 ,you were both so kind to our " girls " and so helpful . Regards Karen and Graham Brackstone x

- Karen and Graham Brackstone

I was fortunate enough to have had an opportunity to work closely with Bob Boyd-Whitley as a resource teacher over the last few years of his career. Bob was a highly skilled Speech & Language Pathologist. He was a kind, diligent, hard working, and caring professional that helped so many children at our school. I always looked forward to our short morning meetings to talk about students, and anything else, of course (Bob had a good sense of humour). I know Bob will be deeply missed by all those that worked along side him. I am deeply saddened by this loss. My deepest condolences to all his family, and friends. God bless you all. Sincerely, Derek Strand

- Derek Strand

I was very sad to hear of Bob's passing which I read in our provincial professional newsletter. I recall him from our early work in the field and our mutual consultations. I send condolences to his family.

- Sandi Bojm

Debbie & family, extending our heartfeld sorrow and condolences, and sending our prayers. Eva & family

- Eva Mesquita Costa

We are so sorry for the loss of the man that you all love so dearly. Bob worked with both Mark and I as a Speech and Language Specialist in our schools. We always appreciated his professional insights and the care he took to look out for the students in our classrooms. We will remember him as a very caring and capable man. Thinking of you.

- Mark and Kerry Maines

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