Robert “Bob” Bruce Holm – Dec.17. 1955 – July 31, 2015
Holm, Robert Bruce “Bob”, of Vulcan, passed away following a mighty battle with cancer at the age of 59 years.
Besides his wife Valerie, Bob is survived by a son Jackson, a daughter Jennifer (Jason), brother Mike (Cheryl) of Hanna, a sister Lynda (Bryon) Smith of Crossfield, nieces, nephews, mother-in-law Gladys Rushfeldt, brother-in-law Leighton (Penny) Rushfeldt, sisters-in-law Norma (Murray) McLean, Brenda Mueller, Sharon (Dave) Serban, numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and Godson Ryan Fath.
Bob was predeceased by his parents Ted and Doreen Holm, father-in-law Vic Rushfeldt, nephew Bradley Holm and brother-in-law Allen Mueller.
Bob was born in Calgary and attended school in Champion and Vulcan, AB. He farmed and worked in the Oil and Gas industry in the Vulcan area for over 25 years. He was employed by Conoco Phillips, Surmont Phase II, Fort MacMurray.
Bob was a member of the Champion Lions, Vulcan Oilmen’s Association and Vulcan Golf Club.
Memorial Service was held Friday, August 7, 2015 at 1:30 pm at Champion Community Hall with Sue MacDonald officiating. Inurnment Champion Cemetery.
If friends desire, tributes in Bob’s memory could be made to the Champion Lions Club Box 179, Champion, AB T0L 0R0.
Val, Jackson and Jenn would like to thank Conoco Phillips, FortisAlberta, Ballco Feeders and Trilogy Energy for their understanding and support during this time.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Dear Jackson, Jennifer, Val, Lynda, Byron, Mike, Cheryl & families…
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you in the loss of Bob. I knew him first as the little boy who was interested in Kate & I riding our horses from Herronton to visit Lynda in 1967…then much later as the father of two of my favourite students (Jackson & Jennifer) while I was teaching in Champion. His friendliness and big open smile were his hallmarks. Sorry that I am unable to attend Bob’s service. Please know that I am embracing you all in a big hug. Sincerely, Leslie Cooke
Our deepest sympathy. Unfortunately we will not be able to come to his funeral, but know that our hearts will be there with you. Bob was such a wonderful person – always willing to help or just listen to others.
Val, Jenn and Jackson:
You are in our thoughts today and we are remembering all the wonderful times we spent together! Our thoughts and prayer go out to you!
Marilee and Ryan Fath
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
Val, Jackson & Jennifer,
We’re so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Bob put up a good fight & always put on that smile, we will miss him.
Sincerely,
Doug, Lora-Lee, Kurtis, Ryan & Ashley Maisey
What will we miss … that easy smile … always there … that laugh … yes …maybe sometimes I was that funny .. thank you for that …the giant presence … you always made the world feel like a safe place to be…thank you for that … wish we could have done that for you …ride on my friend…
Jackson, Jennifer, Val, Lynda, Byron, Michael , Cheryl and families please accept our sincere condolences. Bob was a great Dad, Brother and friend. He took volunteering as a Lion member for his community serious. We know he will be missed by many.
I still remember seeing Bob for the first time. We had heard about this big ten or nearly ten pound baby boy, but we we looked in the crib at him, he still looked pretty small to us big kids. I am not sure what we thought we were going to see but he looked like an ordinary baby boy to us!
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Rest In Peace, Bobby!
Gerry and Glenda Cutforth
We will miss Bobs big smile and hearty laugh. He leaves a legacy of courage and positive outlook. Sorry I won’t be able to attend the service. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his family and friends.