Robert Douglas Salton

January 24, 2015

Home Obituaries Robert Douglas Salton

Peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour, surrounded by his family, at University Hospital, on Saturday, January 24, 2015, in his 81st year.  Beloved husband for 61 years of Velda (née Agar).  Wonderful, loving Dad of Karen (Dwight) Honsinger, Doug (Dianna), Kim (Paul) Trudgeon, Rob (Peg Nicholson), Greg, and Ron (Shauna Vance).  Proud Opa to Jennifer (Rob), Sheryl (Dan), Tommy (Loretta), Andrew (Sarah), Julie (Bruce), Robert (Cheryl), Natalie (Aaron), Nathan, Matthew, Branden, Jacob (Montana), Zachary, Victoria, Nathan, Michael, Megan, and great-Opa of Katherine, Karina, Wesley, Peter, Samuel, Decklynd and Preslee.  Dear brother of Don (Marion), Bill (Pat) and Beverley Anne Salton-St. John (Keith), and brother-in-law of Marlene Bennett and Beverly (Rev. Maury) Blair.  Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by infant son Robert Douglas (1957), and by parents Rev. Douglas (1989) and Marjorie (1999) Salton.  Doug and his brothers formed the Gospel singing group “The Salton Brothers” in 1958.  Doug was a committed life-long member of LGT Family Church.  Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., as well as one hour prior to the funeral service being conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Friday, January 30, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.  Interment at Woodland Cemetery.  Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Doug are asked to consider Mission Services of London.

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I am thinking of you all, and hope that you find some solace in your memories, his amazing life, the wonderful family he created and of course your friends. He was a great man, I'll remember him fondly. xo

~ Sarah Lock

(Donated to Mission Services of London)

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Miss you already Dad Love ya Doug'Dianna, Matthew,Branden,Nathan,Natalie

~ douglas salton

Velda, My sincere condolences to you and your family.

~ Teresa Morrison Wolf (Exeter, ON)

We were sorry to hear the news of Doug's passing and were planning on being with you today but the weather was treacherous so we didn't venture out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Velda and family. Trust the Lord for comfort and as your Mom always ended with her signature "Jesus never Fails" Love Marilyn

~ Marilyn and Arie Bakker

Prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

~ Judith and Peter Hunting

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I am thankful to have had the privilege to know such a wonderful man and will always remember the great memories and laughs I shared with Bob over the years.

~ Scott and Roxanne McFadzean

Thinking and praying for the family but rejoicing that he is home! He was a delightful man to work with and we shared many laughs and smiles, will always remember him with fond memories.

~ Chris and Filomena Wood

To My Life Long & Dearest Friend Bev: I've known you and your family all my life (literally). When you told us of Dougs passing my heart sank and their will be a hole in my heart forever. We are blessed to know that Doug is perfect and whole now. I love you Bev., and I always be here for you. Love you like a sister , Marvin and Suzanne

~ Marvin & Suzanne Clemance Klassen

Dear Don & Marion and your family We are so sorry to read of Doug's passing. May you feel the Lord's loving arms around you at this difficult time. Holding you close to our hearts and in our prayers Love Sheryl and Bryan ..XO..

~ Sheryl & Bryan Elliston (Mount Forest, ON)

So sorry to hear of Doug's passing. We are unable to attend the funeral due to visiting family in the west, but our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.

~ Doug & Janice Trudgeon

Our deepest sympathy Karen, Dwight and family.

~ Basil & Sarah Kelly

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you journey through this most difficult time. You are blessed to have a big loving family, so lean on each other and know that you are surrounded not only by family that love you but many friends as well.

~ Glenn & Peggy

May God be with the whole family in this time of sorrow.

~ Robert K apitsky

To all the Salton family, if was definitely a honor to know Bob. He always put a smile on my face every time I saw him. May you take comfort in Lord, family and friends at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.

~ Bruce and Gail

Sorry to learn of the loss of your Father. Please be comforted knowing our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

~ Rick and Barb Turnbull

Hi Karen sorry to here the passing of your Dad .ALL our thoughts are with you and your family . Praying the blessing of The Lord be with you. J.D.Gordon andEev.

~ John David and Evelyn Gordon

I have fond memories of the time spend in London and Port Stanley with The Salton clan, who made me feel like I had a second family, and "Bob Sr." (As I called him) was instrumental in making me feel welcomed. Cathy and I have great memories of the trip that we took to Barbados with some of the Salton clan, he sure knew how to cook up that flying fish! Our thoughts and prayers are with you durung this most difficult time. Kevin, Cathy and Andrew McAvoy

~ Kevin, Cathy, Andrew McAvoy

So sorry for your all of our thoughts are with you and your family. From Antony,Angelique,Erika,Bradley and Kendra

~ Antony Tuljak and Family

Bev & family My sincere sympathies on the sudden passing of your brother-in-law. May God strengthen and comfort you all, especially your sister Velda. who I know is so very precious to you.

~ Karen Maier

Our deepest sympathy. Doug was a loving husband, father and grandfather and a good friend to many. We know how much he will be missed. May knowing you will see him again in Heaven give you peace and comfort at this very difficult time. Our prayers are with you,Velda, and all your family.

~ Bob and Marilyne, Tiverton

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bev, Velda and family. While this has shocked all of you it was no surprise to the One who Doug loved. Doug was welcomed home with open arms. The days ahead will be difficult for the Salton family, we are praying strength, courage and peace for all of you. I have heard many wonderful stories about Doug and I pray that those precious memories will encourage each of you and that you share them often with each other.

~ Sharon & John Thomson

So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. What a great legacy he has left behind and we know he will be greatly missed by all of you. What a wonderful hope we have as Christians to know you will see him again! God be with and Bless you all.

~ Randal and Brenda

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