Robert ‘Bob’ S. Gooding
March 20, 2016
With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Robert S. Gooding, formerly of London, on Sunday, March 20, 2016, at the age of 81. Robert was predeceased by his wife Josephine and son Andrew. Much loved father of Anne Verberne (John), Kim Bach (Joe) and Jim Gooding (Lisa). Cherished Papa of Kyle Douglas (Nikki), Mindy Groves (Mark), Derek Gooding and Amber Bach. Loved by his great-grandchildren: Savannah, Rhianna and Mason Douglas; Evan and Owen Groves; and Colton Gooding. Bob retired as a Captain from a 30 year career with the London Fire Department. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Bob are asked to consider Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
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My deepest sympathy to the whole family. He will be greatly missed. Love you all xoxo
To Anne, Kim, and Jimmy. Its been a long time since our fathers sat together drinking Kool Aid on Rosewood Ave, but those memories are as strong as yesterday. My thoughts are with you and your families at this difficult time.
Dear Jim, Lisa, Anne, John, Kim and Joe: Sending heartfelt condolences at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you say good-bye to your Dad. Keep the good memories in your hearts and he will always be with you.
Very sorry to hear of Bob`s passing, a great guy with a great sense of humor. I worked with him for 30 yrs. at LFD. Sorry that I didn`t get to go to funeral... Bill Watson
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we are so very sorry to hear of bob passing away our thoughts and prayers are with kim ,anne ,and jim and your families and friends praying your memories will help the pain replacing them with love. R.I.P. Bob it was a pleasure to know you, again our sincerest condolences to everyone sincerely dale and sandi stewardson
~ dale and sandi stewardson