Mr. Frank Allan Robertson

February 6, 1930 – January 2, 2015

Robbie died on January 2, after a brief illness. Born

in Guelph, Ontario, but raised in Vancouver, he

began his long career at Woodward’s as a stock

boy at the age of 18. He became the quintessential

mailroom to boardroom success story, ending his

career as the CEO of the company. In his

retirement, he took great pleasure in travelling,

fishing, golfing, and playing tennis with many

beloved friends. He was a master at planning and

hosting parties for family and friends, particularly

on Bowen Island, where the host’s tradition of

having guests leave for the 9:00 p.m. ferry was

strictly enforced. His thoughtful generosity and

kindness extended not only to his family and

friends, but also to many hardworking people who

he thought needed a little extra support. Robbie is

lovingly remembered by his wife, Eileen; his

daughter, Christie (Gregg); and his stepchildren,

Linda (Andrew), Beth, Doug (Sonia), Joan (Stan),

and Barb (Greg). He was predeceased by his first

wife, Sheila. He will also be sadly missed by his

brother, Don and sister-in-law, Sandy, and his

niece and nephew, Joanne and John (Jiyeon).

Robbie was also a loving grandfather to twelve,

and a great-grandfather to six. All our lives are

enriched simply by loving and being loved by this

wonderful man. A gathering to Celebrate his Life

will be held at the Capilano Golf and Country Club,

420 Southborough Drive, West Vancouver, on

Sunday, January 18, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. In lieu

of flowers, please consider donating to First

United Church, 320 Hastings Street E.,

Vancouver, B.C. V6A 1P4.

www.hollyburnfunerals.com