In Loving Memory of
Robert Allen Eeles
November 23, 1925 – November 6, 2022
Funeral Service on Thursday, November 17, 2022
10:00 AM PST
Followed by Graveside Service
Valley View Funeral Home
14644 72 Ave, Surrey, BC
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Robert: Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle & Friend. It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Robert Eeles, aged 96 on Sunday, November 6th, 2022 in Chilliwack, B.C.
Robert was born on November 23rd, 1925 in Edmonton Alberta.
He was predeceased by his brother Kenneth, parents Percy and Helen Eeles, beloved wife, Viola Eeles and daughter in law Linda Eeles.
Robert is survived by his sister, Dorothy Pollock, children Betty-Ann (Mohammad), Calvin (Jaimee), Jim (Kathy) and Ken. He leaves behind 8 much loved grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
He truly was a gentle, kindhearted man who loved God.
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So sorry that we were unable to attend Robert’s memorial but how lovely to hear it on this platform.
He has made it a day of rejoicing for his family and friends by the life he lived.
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Sorry ,I could not attend the service..I appreciated the many years of friendship & Sunday Fellowship with Robert & Viola in their home ..A Couple who Loved the Brethren & Lived to serve the Heavenly Father .
Rest in Peace
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Thank you dear Robert for your help during my life in Vancouver. Viola and you will be for ever in my heart! May you rest safely in the arms of your creator. With much love and respect for what you have sown.
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Sorry we couldn’t be there today. We enjoyed watching after and being reminded of the care and spirit of Robert and Viola.
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I have fond memories of Robert and Viola as a child when my family Agnes and Thornton Bainbridge lived in Vancouver. Thankful for their kindness to our family .
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Over many years, I, as many others, witnessed Robert’s kind and patient spirit to his family and those who gathered there for meeting. Robert and Viola opened their home and heart to us all without partiality. They cheerfully shared what they had.
When Robert moved. to Chilliwack he accepted his lot with grace and a smile. I cherish my little chats with him at meetings. They always cheered my heart.
Much love to each of you with your own precious memories to cheer future days.
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We loved getting to know Robert when he moved to Chilliwack, and we enjoyed being in Sunday and Wednesday meetings with him every week. Our family often said we hope we will be just like him when we grow old. He left a beautiful example in so many ways.
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Our condolences to the family.
In loving Memory of our dear Robert.
Herb and Lois Pattison.
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Dear Ken and Jim and all of your extended family.
Your folk in Vancouver were so hospitable when we were students.
It was a privilege to listen to your Dad’s service today. We are glad to know you have comfort of heart today. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and encouragement to remember Our Father is indeed the God of all comfort.
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Thinking of you today, Ken and family. It was nice to have
Robert with you and Linda in our Sunday morning meeting
when he moved to Chilliwack. We have good memories of
his love for the meeting. Sorry we could not be with you.
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Dear Eeles family,
Do think of you and are glad there is so much comfort. I have just listened to the service and could feel the same as those who spoke. Glad there is a memorial with God to faithful lives, as Robert, quiet but steady and true. Good courage as you face into the future without Robert. With love, Betty Gregg
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thinking of Ken and family today.. we very much enjoy Laura and her family part of our meeting back home.
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We will miss you uncle Robert and all the great memories of your great dinners and hospitality over all the years. Your home was always a welcoming place for everyone. Our prayers are with all the family and cousins in this time of sadness. Glen&Cindy
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In Loving Memory of Cousin
In Loving Memory of Cousin
Robert — Harold & Gladys
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Thinking of you all this morning especially Ken, Jim and Kathy and your families. Robert was a good and faithful man, you will know God’s comfort today and in following days. You have our sincere sympathy.
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So thankful that Robert finally got his wish to be called Home. He will be remembered for his humble, kind, loving, and thoughtful Soul.. He and Viola completed one another so well, and were faithful helpers in His kingdom,. They showed unconditional love to every individual who attended their little church until they themselves were unable. We had the privilege of going to their home Sunday mornings for over 20 years. Robert was a wonderful example of a Godly man in our day and generation.
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We injoy going to Robert and viola house for meeting ,our three kids love them both, our condolence to the whole family , we still have the 3 little woods chair that he give to us , we are so greatful to know both of them ,
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Our sincere sympathy to the Eele’s family Marilyn &. Hugh
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Our family’s relationship with Robert and Viola dates back to the 1940’s. when our Mother first knew them. I believe Robert took Mum to Silverdale when he first got his licence. The family moved back East in the 1950’s but they kept in touch through the years. Our visits with them over the years were very special though they weren’t frequent. A godly, helpful couple, admired by many. He’ll be missed.
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My dad Andrew Bennett lived with viola and Robert for many years and have said so many wonderful things about you guys. From the short time I knew you two it has been nothing but amazing. Our thoughts are with the family during this hard time!
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To Robert’s family from Lyle and Donna Manary.
He was the best boss, friend, and neighbor anyone could wish for.
He will definitely be missed but leaves behind wonderful memories.
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Robert was an ordinary man in many ways, but there was nothing ordinary about his spirit. His care for others, his quiet manner, the Godliness of his home and life, were marks of an extraordinary spirit. Robert & Viola lived for others. Their home was open to others. They had a way of reaching out and keeping in touch with many that were easily forgotten, but not by them. It was a privilege to have known both Robert and Viola.
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As I think of my Uncle Robert there are many words to describe him: Godly, humble, gentle, kind, caring, quiet, unassuming, nonjudgmental , steadfast and a rock. I have so many good memories of him since I was a child and I’m thankful for his influence and presence in my life! Thankful he’s gone home but we will miss him.
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Dear family,
We always enjoyed meeting with Robert and loved what his spirit added to the meeting.
With love and sympathy,
Bevan & Lenore
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My first meeting group in van. Loved them both. Good bye my friend. Thought of him at glen valley 2022
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A quiet godly man.
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Dear Kenny ; John and I , along with all our family , are saddened by the loss of your dearly loved father . To us he was a ” steady brother ” and definitely WAS as described above….. ” a gentle, kindhearted man who loved God “. Very much strength and power in that description ! Thinking of Robert ….. a softly glowing ember comes to the minds eye , gone on now to a brighter radiance with the one he loved . Ken , you and all your family, are in our prayers . Sending Love
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My condolence to the family
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Family friend since the beginning of my memory. A quiet prince of a man just faithfully filling his place and loving his heavenly master. Safely reaching the other shore where time and sorrow and pain are non-existent! Condolences to Jim whom I know best and all of the other family and close friends whom most I know many
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I first met Robert at Silverdale in 1974 and I have always appreciated his kind and gentle spirit.
He was a Prince among us.
Don Savard
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Caring thoughts and sympathy to all the family.
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So sorry to hears this news. My condolences to the family. I know he will be missed..
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We have appreciated Robert and Violas kind hospitality and love through the years. Our deepest condolences to all of the Eeles family on the loss of Robert. May you find comfort from our Heavenly Father. With sympathy, Darrell and Nita
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Enjoyed every visit with Robert and Viola through the years at conventions, gospel meetings, funerals.
His quiet humble demeanor was a Godly virtue that drew one to them.
Our loving condolences to you Ken and the family circle.
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Our condolences to your whole family.
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Our sincere sympathy to the family..