It is with deep sadness that we announce that on Friday, December 3, 2021, at the age of 61, Robert Dubé passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his loving wife, Lise Perron.
Robert was the eldest son of the late Maurice (Moe) Dubé and the late Rachel Couture. He is survived by his wife, his children Jean-François, Frédérick and Myriam (Denis Soucy), his three grandsons, Maxime, Émerick and Isaac and his two brothers, Jacques and Alain (Guylaine Thériault).
Robert dedicated his life to his country by joining the Canadian Armed Forces in 1980, but a diagnosis of an incurable disease brought his career to a premature end in 1996, after 16 years of distinguished service. He began his career as a non-commissioned member (Private) and rose to the rank of Captain (Officer). Robert held two trades during his career: Infantry Officer with the Royal 22e Regiment and Military Police/Security Officer.
Our valiant fighter passed away after many years of suffering from his illness. He always showed remarkable courage and remained dignified and strong despite his many sufferings and the various stages of treatment that his deteriorating condition required over the years.
Although Robert always knew the only way out of his illness, he prepared himself for his departure and was filled with the small pleasures that life offered him, taking advantage of each moment, each occasion to transmit a bit of these pleasures to us in his difficult daily life, to make us forget that the day he lived was perhaps the last.
Robert will have left his mark on all those around him and by leaving behind so much light, he will continue to illuminate our lives with his resilience, strength of character as well as his unwavering sense of humor seasoned with his infectious laughter.
On Monday, May 16, 2022, beginning at 11 a.m., the family will receive relatives and friends in the Hall of Colours at Beechwood Cemetery and Funeral Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario. At 1 p.m. the memorial service will begin in the Sacred Space and then we will proceed to the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces for the urn interment service at 2 p.m.
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Joe Radmore
Sylvia Sirois
Robert était un homme merveilleux au coeur plein d'amour! Quel bel hommage lui rend sa tendre et dévoué épouse Lise dans son texte. Merci pour ta lumière Robert! Tu as été un modèle de courage pour moi et ton sourire a éclairé mon chemin plusieurs fois dans ma vie. Repose en paix cher ami!?⚘
Michel Deschenes
I’ve had the opportunity to work for Robert at CFB London in the late 80s. Robert was a great man to be around and always there to provide outmost support to his staff, Military or Civilian. I also had the opportunity to work for Robert’s father (Moe) as well, Bagotville early 80s. Both men were a big part of my Military carrier and I would not change any of it. RIP Friend.
José Hernández
Rest in peace my good friend Bob. Always with a smile and good company for your friends despite your debilitating illness. You will always be remembered.
Méziane Zéroual
Merci de m’avoir donné le privilège de te connaître. Je n’oublierais jamais les bons moments passés ensembles. Tu as été un brave combattant jusqu’à la fin. Paix soit avec toi et que le tout puissant t’accueille à bras ouverts.
José Saravia
Robert, I have no idea how many years we shared but I thank you for letting me be part of your everyday life, for taught me how to enjoy life, no matter what adversities we face, for Us counted the joy of every moment of laughing for the most ridiculous things that we did all the time. I love man and I will never forget you. As I used to say at the end of every visit, bye my brother from another Mother, with all my love to you and Lise.
Myriam Dubé
Veille sur nos familles. Bon repos ?
Jeannine Ethier
Quel homme courageux. Tu vas nous manquer beaucoup. Repose en paix, mon cher Robert.
Mes plus sincères condoléances à son épouse Lise et la famille.
Jim Golbourn
I served with Bob in Calgary when he was a newly minted MP Officer. He was always up beat and loved his family. You were and are all wonderfull and kind careing people. Rest in Peace Bob.
Kate and Farhad
We have list a beautiful brave man in Robert who lived life to the full and laughed away his pain. We miss him terribly. God bless and take care of his family in these difficult times. He was so lucky to have you Lise.
To one of the greatest men out the thank you for being you man we will never forget you RIP