In his final years railed against so many difficulties and following a tenacious battle he paid the debt of nature peacefully passing away, surrounded by his family on December 30, 2017. Beloved husband of Evangeline Mary Murdoch (nee Jollymore). Loving and devoted father to Bobby, Pamela, and daughter-in-law Christine. Cherished grandfather to Jimmy, Ashleigh, Michael, Holly and Harly and great grandfather to Luke, Leyton, Jake and Aidan. Fondly remembered by Pamela and Brian Elliot. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Loretta. He was a veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy and a respected Engineer. As per Roberts wishes a private family ceremony and burial will take place at Pine Hills Cemetery. A Celebration of life will be held on Friday January 5, 2017 at 4p.m. at Branch 13 Royal Canadian Legion 1577 Kingston Road, all are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Birchcliff Bluffs United Church Food Bank, 33 East Road, Scarborough or Covenant House.

"Eternal Father, strong to save,
Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bidd'st the mightyocean deep
Its own appointed limits keep;
Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee,
For those in peril on the sea!"
Naval Hymn, William Whiting