On August 23rd, Robert “Bob” Buttars, age 86, of Howick, QC,
passed away peacefully after a short illness,
at the Barrie Memorial Hospital in Ormstown, Quebec.
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Bob was survived by his wife of 47 years, Norma Tolhurst, his children Jennifer (Vince), Rob (Kim), Beth (Tara), Kathleen (Phil), and his grandchildren Abby, Owen, Hannah, Griffin, Chelsea, and Charlotte. He also leaves behind his brother Bill (Lise), along with nieces and nephews.
Born in Scotland, he immigrated to Montreal in May 1952 with his parents and his younger brother. After high school, he spent a year in the arctic working on Canada’s DEW line in Frobisher Bay. After returning to Montreal, he had a long and successful career in the envelope business.
In his younger years, Bob had a love of paddling and playing hockey. Subsequently, it was Standardbred horse racing that he and Norma both loved and worked at together for many years, breeding and raising yearlings to sell. As a sportsman, Bob continued to play old-timers hockey for many years, he curled and loved to play golf, especially the 19th hole.
Bob enjoyed a happy fulfilling life with his wife,
among friends, family, and neighbours.
A funeral service and celebration of Bob’s life will take place
on Friday, September 13, 2024, at Howick United Church, Howick, Qc at 2 p.m.,
with family receiving condolences 1 hour prior to the service.
A reception will follow at the Très-Saint-Sacrement town hall.
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In Bob’s memory, donations may be made to
the Women’s Auxiliary at the Barrie Memorial Hospital,
the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation, or a charity of your choice.
Bob, your steadfast presence, sense of humour,
and your smile, will be missed.
Rest in peace.
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Our most sincere condolences Norma and to the family.
Thinking of you.
Lynn & Garry Hamilton
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Sincères condoléances à toute la famille, je garde d’excellents souvenirs de M. Buttars
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Our sincere condolences to you Norma and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I’m sure My Dad Don is already curled a few games with « Butters » and maybe a round or two of golf. Let’s hope heaven as a 19th hole.
Esther and Judy Lang
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Our most sincere sympathies Norma and family.
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Dear Norma and family
Our deepest sympathies are with you at this time.
Sonia David and family
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Norma,my deepest sympathies to you and your family……RIP
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Our sincere condolences Norma and family. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
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My deepest sympathies Norma to you and your family.Thinking of you.
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Our deepest condolences to you, Norma, and all Bob’s family and friends. He will be missed.
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My deepest sympathies to Norma and family
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My deepest sympathies Norma and all the family. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Cherish all your beautiful memories together. Hugs!
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Our deepest sympathies to the whole family. We have fond memories of Bob in and around the Howick community! There was always time for a story and another beer!
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Ahhh, Jennifer….so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing…. I think we are all Daddy’s girls for life. Hugs and comfort to you and your family.
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My sympathies to the family and friends.
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Our deepest sympathies to all the family.
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Our sincere condolences Norma, and all the family.