Wednesday, March 6, 2019
Bob (Jakesy) and I met at U of W in the late 60's and began a friendship that scanned almost 50 years. As off campus room mates, we had many good times ......pursuing our B Comm degrees, playing a lot of college sports and quenching our thirst at the DH, trying to cover our costs by playing shuffleboard against a few of our mates. Bob loved to play every sport the school offered and he, John Baker, Bob Smith, myself and other Class of '70 guys were awarded the first Intermural sports participation award just prior to graduation. After graduation, Bob and Maureen were married in Windsor and we attended a huge Ukranian wedding . Maureen would have to explain all the customs that were followed, but we do dimly remember many toasts and passing beneath many loaves of bread in the receiving line. Bob later reciprocated by being best man at mine and Gail's wedding. When Maureen gave birth to Donald and David, we had many enjoyable visits, and our son Jeff always enjoyed their company. Typically the boys would be up by 6 a.m. looking for breakfast and some entertainment. No one had a more positive attitude than Bob, and he always enjoyed a joke and a good time. He strongly supported his alumni in the 5 year weekend events and loved to golf in the annual 'tournament' played at many different courses along the 401. We will always hold him close to our hearts and wish Maureen and her family all the best in the future. Brian & Gail Browne
