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Rob was born on October 23, 1960 in Regina, Saskatchewan. The only son
in a group of 5 he quickly became his dad's "right hand man". He was a fun, adventurous person who enjoyed camping with his family, travelling, boating, ski-dooing, auto racing and any other sport that had a motor attached to it.
Rob and I were married on January 15, 1994 and were blessed with a son and daughter on February 23, 1999. Harrison and Emily were the lights of his life and he loved them beyond bounds. Rob was a loving father and usually had as much energy as Harrison and Emily if not more. Children loved Rob and were always drawn to his endless energy and gentle nature.
Rob farmed in Saskatchewan for over 25 years and truly loved the land. He would often say the only reason he farmed was because it was in his blood.
In January 2001 Rob fulfilled a lifelong dream and became an Emergency Medical Technician graduating at the top of his class. He worked in his chosen field until December 2002 when we moved to British Columbia and purchased and operated a sucessful business working side by side.
While living there, Rob realized yet another life long dream, auto racing. He quickly became a race car owner and a fixture in the racing circuit and truly loved every minute of it. Rob was a very high energy person who lived on pure adrenaline both on and off the track. He was awarded Rookie of the Year in 2003, his first year of racing. An accomplishment we were truly proud of.
Rob was a kind, gentle man who was always there to lend a hand. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He had many friends and made them easily.
Even though our marriage could not withstand the many changes in our lives losing Rob has left me with a void that will forever leave a hole in my heart. The 7 months following our seperation in November 2003 to the date of Rob's death was a very difficult time for us . A force more powerful than him overcame a kind, loving man robbing him of the dreams he worked so hard to fulfill.
On June 24, 2004, I received the news that everybody dreads. Rob had been involved in a single vehicle rollover and did not survive. I was heartbroken and had to search very deeply for the strength to tell our beautiful children that their dad had died. In the days following, we mourned deeply for Rob and felt we would never make it through this tragedy. We travelled to Saskatchewan to gather with family and friends to bid our farewells. Rob was buried on July 3, 2004 beside his dad about 1/4 mile from where he farmed.
Rob has left a beautiful legacy and many wonderful memories to pass onto our children. Although we are not completely healed as I don't know that we ever will be we are getting stronger everyday. I strive daily to create an atmosphere of healing and remembrance for myself and our children allowing tears to flow freely, and memories to be shared. It amazes me how innocent and resilient children can be. They have taught me so much about strength, hope and unconditional love.
I look at them, as they grow, and see so much of Rob. He has taught me so much about courage, strength, healing, and I thank him so very much for the greatest gifts of all...Harrison and Emily. He would be so proud of them. I gain so much strength from knowing that he is with us...an angel watching over us. We love you and will miss you always. You now have wings, fly and be free. You will remain in our hearts forever. Barb
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tribute / Barb
you can shed tears that he is gone,
or you can smile because he lived.
you can close your eyes and pray
that he'll come back,
or you can open your eyes
and see all that he has left.
your heart can be empty
because you can't see him,
or you ca...
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hey... / Barb
hi u...
no particular reason for writing tonite...just wanted to and have'nt for a long time. the kids are in bed and i'm listening to the radio thinking about you...that's it.
the kids had another birthday on sat...9 years old already......
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ascension / Barb
Ascension And if I go while you’re still here . . . know that I live on, vibrating to a different measure - behind a thin veil you cannot see through. You will not see me, so you must have faith. I wait for the time when we can soar together ag...
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i wish june would just disappear / Barb
it's almost another year that's passed since you left this earth. i really dread the month of june and if i had my choice there would only be 11 months in the year. i get in such a tizzy in june and literally turn into an emo...
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roby whelen ;;;;;;;;;;;;; / Harrison Whelen (son)
happy new year ther are family ther are for new peaple in are family thees are the for new peaple in are family &nb...
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merry chistmis / Harrison Whelen (sun) Read >> |
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Merry Christmas / Barb Read >> |
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missing you... / Barb Read >> |
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#406 is hot on car #53 's tail!!!!!!! / Barb Read >> |
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Without You / Tracey (Whelen) Fitzgerald (Loving Sister ) Read >> |
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Another Angel for God / Auntie Gaye Duggan (His Aunt ) Read >> |
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May The Good Lord Be With You. / Anna Vallee (Worked for him at Taco Time) Read >> |
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Free at last / Marcie Matthews (met in PG) Read >> |
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