Robert Bob Arthur Nix

On February 28, 2017

peacefully at St.Michael’s

Hospital; aged 89 years

surrounded by his loving

family.

Born on April 6, 1927 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Bob

dedicated his life to his three passions: music,

mathematics and golf. A professional trombonist, he toured with the National Ballet orchestra

and performed with many well- known musicians over the years including: Tom Jones, Tony Bennet and

Ray Charles. Bob was an illustrious Fellow of the Society of Actuaries.

He was also an avid golfer, dedicating his free-time to perfecting his golf swing.

Dearly loved brother of Joan; father

of Jennifer, Dollie, Robert and Julie;

grandfather of Bonnie and Joseph and

great friend of Jim Weber.

Visitation on Sunday, March 5th,

2:00-6:00 p.m.

at Giffen-Mack Funeral Home,

2570 Danforth Ave, Toronto.

Celebration of Life on Monday,

March 6th, 2:00 p.m. at Little Trinity Anglican Church,

425 King St E, Toronto. Reception following.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Bob Nix Memorial Award which will provide financial

support to a student of music with a specific focus on trombone performance in the

Bachelor of Music program at Humber College.

Please forward your gift to:

Advancement and Alumni

Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning

205 Humber College Boulevard, LRC 5th Floor

Toronto, ON M9W 5L7

416.673.0152

To make a gift online please visit:

humber.ca/advancementandalumni/giving/tribute/bobnix