January 8, 1944 – May 30, 2012
Bob finally allowed Lung Cancer to win, passing away peacefully at home on May 30, 2012.
Bob devoted his life to his family and leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Maxean; son Ron (Rhonda); daughter Leanne (Lance) Wik; and son Glen (Heather). Bob was the best story teller and loved to share stories and bits of advice to his beloved grandchildren: Dylan Brigley; Tyson (Sarah), Chris, and Kyle Wik; Maxean and Joel Brigley.
Born in Winnipeg, he spent his early years in Edmonton, learning the mechanic trade at his father’s service station, Tower Auto and earning his heavy duty mechanic license with Alberta Government Telephones. A move to Calgary provided him 25 years service with Calgary Transit as mechanic and Garage Foreman. Retirement gave him the opportunity to mow the straightest fairway cuts on the Cochrane Golf Course. His kind voice and gentle touch will be forever remembered by his family and friends, especially all the furry four legged friends that attracted themselves to him. Bob was predeceased by his parents: Austin and Tena Brigley and his faithful companion, Missy, his SPCA special.
A Celebration of Bob’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Cochrane Funeral Home (369 Railway Street, Cochrane, AB), on Thursday, June 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation Box 68 Madden, AB T0M 1L0 Telephone (403) 946-2361
In living memory of Bob Brigley, a tree will be planted Big Hill Springs Park Cochrane by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Cochrane Funeral Home, 369 RAILWAY STREET, COCHRANE. Telephone: (403) 932-4740.
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I had the privilege to get to know Bob over the past few years when he was working at the Cochrane Golf Club. I will always miss his stories and laugh. Those who got to know him are lucky. My families thoughts are with yours at this tough time.
The Kauffmanns
Please accept that my thoughts and prayers are with you Maxean and your family at this very sad time. May time heal all wounds and remember the many happy memories everyone has.
My deepest sympathy Maxean at this sad and difficult time. Bob had such a presence about him. I looked so forward to his visits, his stories and a hug at the end. I feel so blessed to have known him and will miss his kind voice and friendly smile.
So saddened to hear of your loss.A chance meeting this winter at Cross Iron Mills did not give time to catch up.Thoughts & prayers to all of you.Cherish the many memories from happier times.Gerri & Fred Shadlock,Drumheller
My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Bob was very special to many and will be sorely missed.
He will always be in your hearts, as he is in those who’s lives he touched.
We are so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Maxean and family, our thoughts are with you in the loss of Bob. He was a great person ,always so happy and laughing. His laughter will be missed at our family reunions. We know all your memories wil get you through this hard time.
Love Rick and Debbie
Dear Maxean and Family
We are sorry for you loss and our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Love
Eldora Brigley and Family