It is with heavy hearts the family of Robert “Bob” Lemmon announce his passing on Friday, December 23, 2022 at the age of 87. Loving husband of Anita (Edgar) Lemmon for over 64 years. Dear father of Sandra Strybosch of Strathroy and her partner Albert Roks and Craig Lemmon of Burlington. Proud grandfather of Curtis Strybosch, Jean-Luc Lemmon and Lily Strybosch. Dear brother of Marion Kerslake and brother-in-law of Reg and Marg Edgar, Marilyn and Ray Bentley, Jim and Gail Edgar, Joan Gerhard, Barry and Penny Edgar, Bob and Jan Edgar and Lynda and Brad Collins. Bob is survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Howard and Vera (Smith) Lemmon, brother Bill Lemmon, sister Donna Thomas, brothers-in-law Bob Kerslake, Ron Edgar and Jim Gerhard, and sisters-in-law Phoebe Lemmon, Barb Edgar and Judy Edgar.
Bob worked in the car and truck sales industry for over 40 years, retiring from Pollock Truck Rentals in Strathroy in 2000.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Thursday from 6 – 8 PM. Registration is required and appreciated. Please click “Register Now” below to register.
Bob’s funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Friday, December 30th at 11 AM. Cremation to follow with spring interment Baird’s Cemetery. (Registration is not required to attend the funeral).
For those unable to join the family in person, they invite you to join from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or Ilderton United Church would be appreciated by the family.
The family would like to thank the health care team and Dr. Bakir at University Hospital and the staff at The Manor Village London for their excellent care of dad.
Daphne Klaver
So sorry to hear of Bobs passing, sending our condolences to the family. Hugs Daphne and Beth Millson
Andrew Boyes
Craig, Jean-Luc, Curtis and family,
Our deepest condolences for your loss. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Wishing you comfort, peace, and lots of love,
Amy and Andrew
Joan Lang and Family
Sincere condolences to Bob’s family, especially to Marion and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barry Edgar
Dear Nete, Sandra, Craig and family, Penny and I are so very sad of the passing of Bob, he was a great brother-in- law and a very good friend. Unfortunately we are unable to attend his funeral due to so many flight cancellations. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. May Bob now rest in peace and we are sending our love to you all and may God Bless you. Barry and Penny.
Ruth and Cliff Dickie
My deepest sympathy to you Anita and your family.
Bob was a great guy. He was always eager to chat with everyone.
Pam Bice
Anita and family
My deepest sympathies on the passing of Bob.
He was truly a lovely man.
Thinking of you
Pamela Bice
3 Day Blinds
Craig and Family – our deepest condolences to everyone in the family. Our thoughts are with you!
From the 3 day blinds family!
Lesley Winninger
Dear Nete, Sandra, Craig and all of you that loved Bob.
So sorry for your loss. I will miss his sense of humor and remember all the laughs we had together.
He will be greatly missed!
Les
Jim and Joanne Pollock
We are sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I always enjoyed Bob’s steady approach to his role in our company and knew I could always trust his decisions. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Bob and Helen Coates
Anita, Sandra, Craig and families and Marion and family. We extend our condolences for the loss of a dear husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was always fun to be with and his friendly smile and manner will always be remembered. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of him and trust your memories will comfort you.
Gail and Brian Johnson
We send big hugs and condolences to Anita, Sandra, Craig and families on the loss of your beloved husband, Father and Grandfather, Bob was a great guy and he will be missed by so many. May your special, treasured memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Sincerely Gail and Brian Johnson and family
Joan Taylor
Anita and family,
Deepest sympathy on Bob’s passing. Sending hugs and prayers to you.
Marci Damen
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family, Anita. We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Mike and Marci Damen
Deb Bentley
A Nete, Sandra, Craig and extended family.
The girls and I are so sorry for your loss.
May Bob ready in peace and you all take comfort in remembering what a kind gentleman he was.
God Bless you all.
Karen(Volland) & Danny Masse & family
Our deepest sympathies to the Lemmon family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and this difficult time.
Jane Kerslake
Aunt Nete, Sandra and Craig
I am so sorry to hear about Bob. Sorry so close to Christmas. ( I am familiar with that)
Give all my love to aunt “Nete”
Jane Kerslake
Joyce Feher
Sandra, Albert and Family
Our sincere condolences for your loss.
Joyce and John Feher
Mae Moffat
Dearest Anita, Sandra and Craig,
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I know how much you and his Grandkids are going to miss him…he loved you all dearly.
Please accept my most sincere condolences.
Love, Mae
Patti Coppard
So sad to read of Bob’s passing. I worked with Bob at Pollock Nationalease for many years and I look back on those years with fond memories. He was a wonderful boss, teaching me a great deal about the trucking industry. Sincere & heart felt sympathies to Anita, Sandy, Craig & families.
Frank Roks
My most sincere condolences!
Terry and Colleen
Aunt Anita, Sandy, Craig, and family;
Sorry to hear of Uncle Bob’s passing! What a character he was! Thinking of you at this sad time.
Terry and Colleen Lang