With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of our beloved Steven (Sonny) Peter Robak, who passed away unexpectedly on May 11, 2022. Born February 25, 1970 in Edmonton, Alberta to Willma and Steve Robak, Sonny grew up in Yellowknife, NWT. Along with his sisters Gwen and Jen, he was raised by their mother and learned the value of sacrifice and loyalty to family. In his later years, Sonny fondly recounted stories of his childhood in the North, where he made lifelong friends, excelled at hockey, and stirred up some trouble along the way.
In 1991, Steve joined the Royal Canadian Navy and proudly served our country for 21 years as a Marine Engineer. He sailed the world, made his home in Victoria, B.C., and later settled in Ottawa, Ontario. Petty Officer First Class Robak retired from the RCN, and continued his career in a civilian capacity for the Department of National Defence.
Sonny’s true passion was a life centered around family, friends, and tradition. Happiest when spending time on family adventures, he exemplified the best in a father: loving, present, generous, dependable, involved. Larger than life, his warm laughter would often be the loudest in a room – everyone felt at ease in Sonny’s welcoming presence. Hockey, cycling, craft beer, garlic and barbecuing year-round all brought Sonny extreme joy. Coach Steve devoted many years to minor hockey in Kanata, and was an impeccable manager of multiple Fantasy Hockey teams.
Sonny leaves behind his deeply loved wife of 20 years, Angela, and their two sons Alexander (21) and Spencer (17), who made him proud every day. He also fiercely loved his mother, Willma; sisters Gwen Robak, Jennifer Babits (Christopher) and nephews Jozsef, Laszlo and Oscar. He was devoted to his extended Robak family in Edmonton, Alberta.
Gone far too soon, never to be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas….
Please come celebrate how lucky we were to have known him, on May 22, 2022 at Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Ave., Vanier, ON K1L 8A6. Visitation 11:00 am-1:30 pm. Service at 1:30 pm. Reception to follow. For livestream attendance and condolences, please visit www.beechwoodottawa.ca.
Donations gratefully accepted by Jumpstart (jumpstart.canadiantire.ca) in lieu of flowers.
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Trish Wasylucha
Geoff and Nadia
Angela, we send our deepest heartfelt condolences to you, Alex, and Spenser on your tragic loss.
May the thoughts and happy memories of Steve offer you all some comfort at this dreadful time. It is at times like this that it is important try to find some solace in the love of family and friends who will do all they can for you.
What we have once enjoyed and loved we can never lose. Remember that all that we love deeply becomes part of us and that Steve will be forever be remembered by all those who were lucky enough to know him.
Wishing you strength for today and hope for tomorrow, with caring thoughts and our deepest sympathy we send our love -- thinking of you Geoff and Nadia
Gerald Powers
I didn't know you as well as I should have Steve, but I know you to be a good man.
Olga & Yuri & Alexander & Beatrice Zelenski
Dear Angela, Alexander, and Spencer,
There are no words to express our profound sadness over your loss.
Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts.
Gerard Chiasson
Rest easy my friend, till we meet again. Condolences to family a
Big Sis
As the anniversary of your passing approaches, I just want to emphasize what others have said. You were always the biggest presence in the room. You could find humour in the darkest hours, and you could always make me and everyone laugh. It's still so hard to believe that you have left this plane, because I think of you, your ideas and your laugh daily.
Darlene M Bogart
Hi Willma ,
I’m so sorry for your loss. We lost touch after the last Bogart reunion. You can reach me at dar2bogart@gmail.com or call me cell 780-898-3798 I’m Laurie’s wife in case you hadn’t figured that out.
Beautiful service and great video. Was glad to hear his voice again after so many years.