Obituary of Robert "Bob" Hislop

Hislop, Robert - It is with heavy hearts that the family of Robert “Bob” Hislop announce his passing on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at the Victoria Hospital in Prince Albert, SK. Bob was born to Tom and Janet Hislop on May 6, 1921 on the family farm near Shellbrook. In 1941 Bob enlisted with the Saskatoon Light Infantry. He served in the United Kingdom, Europe and in the Central Mediterranean. After the war, Bob married the love of his life, Marjorie Luyben with whom he spent 67 wonderful years. He made his war time trade as a mechanic his career at home which lasted an additional 33 years as shop foreman at the Chev Olds Dealership in Prince Albert. He was proficient in trouble shooting and shared this knowledge with many aspiring mechanics over the years. His lust for life was evident and was happiest just enjoying the beauty, country living had to offer. Every morning Bob could be heard hollering praises to the summer season. He enjoyed many special times with his children and grandchildren and would make family gatherings very memorable with his great sense of humor. He spent the last few years under the excellent care of the Mont St. Joseph’s staff. Bob leaves to cherish his memory; his loving wife, Marjorie (nee: Luyben) Hislop of Shellbrook, SK., his children, Tom (Cheryl) Hislop of Prince Albert, SK., Marci (Dave) Tucker of Prince Albert, SK., Sandy Hislop-Forrest (Dave Forrest) of Saskatoon, SK., Debbie (Doug) MacKenzie of Prince Albert, SK., Kim (Rick) Hodder of Prince Albert, SK., his grandchildren; Kama (Peter) Simpson, Jennifer (Tom) Harrell, Jesse (Sonoko) Hislop, Robert Tucker, Debbi (Tadd) Kellett, Doug (Kendra) Tucker, Scott (Crystal) Forrest, Jason (Linda) Forrest, Shayne (Patty) Forrest, Sandi (Billy) Romanchuk, Kerri MacKenzie, Robin MacKenzie, Jade Hodder, Kyle Hodder, 24 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild, his sisters, Dell Pugh and Anne Carter as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear neighbors. Bob was predeceased by; his parents Tom and Janet (Graham) Hislop, brothers, Bill and Jim Hislop, an infant granddaughter, Sherri Lynne Tucker, his in-laws, Tom and Edna Luyben, and brothers-in-law, Fred Pugh and Wally Carter. The Memorial Service was held on Monday, June 17, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in the Knox United Church in Shellbrook, SK. with Rev. Dave Whalley as Officiant. If you wish, memorial donations in memory of Bob may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or to Mont St. Joseph’s Nursing Home, 777 28th St. East, Prince Albert, SK. S6V 8C2. Beau”Lac” Funeral Home was entrusted with the funeral arrangements. 306-747-2828