Robert “Bob” George Robson
Late of Gowan Brae. Dungog
Passed away peacefully at John Hunter Hospital 20th February 2008
Aged 84 Years
Beloved husband of Janet, father of Gayle and father-in-law of Brian. grandfather of Charles, James and Susan, grandfather-in-law of Danah and Emma, greatgrand father of Jacob, Morgan and Oliver.
Much loved brother of Norma (dec) , Bruce and Barbara
Bob`s relatives and friends were invited to attend his funeral service, held Tuesday 26 February at St Andrew`s Presbytrerian Church, Dungog.
Officiatiing Minister: Hon Milton Morris AO
Scripture Reading: Psalm 23 read by Sussan Gannon Bob`s grandaughter.
Childhood memories of a grandson by Charles Gannon
RSL Tribute Led by: Lt Colonel Charles Watson (Rtd) OAM
Hello Pop, It was only yesterday that we said goodbye to you and we miss you so much. It feels like you have gone on vacation, and that you will be back, and we are waiting for you to return.The farm is still vibrating your energy, and I don`t think your energy will ever disappear. The farm is all you, and with jan`s love for you and your home it will continue. I look at the cows, the paddocks, the hills and tree`s, and all I see is you. I just want to say it was an enormous privilege knowing you and Janet in my life, and you both are really beautiful people. I wish you could be here. In love and light.Charles, Danah & Oliver
“Gowan Brae” 26/2/2008
Robert George (Bob) ROBSON (20/2/08):
- Aged 84 years. Late of Gowan Brae, Dungog.
Beloved husband of Janet, father of Gayle and father-in-law of Brian, grandfather of Charles, James and Susan, grand-
father-in-law of Danah and Emma, great-grandfather of Jacob, Morgan and Oliver.
BOB`S relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service to be held Tuesday (February 26, 2008), at St. Andrew`s Presbyterian Church, Dungog, commencing at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at the service in aid of the NSW Cancer Council, in memory of Bob.
Dailey Funerals, 4956 4221 FDA of NSW www.daileyfunerals.com.au
The Sydney Morning Herald Friday, 22 February 2008 - Bob was born in April 1923. He joined CBC at Bingara in 1940.
1942 AIF for four years
1945 / 6 Dungog branch, then Armidale, Nyngan, Newcastle, Wollongong, Sydney
1950s married Joyce after which they had children Gayle, grandchildren Charles, James, Susan great grandchildren Jacob Morgan and Oliver
1981 Principal Fernleigh Castle. 1981 March Joyce passed away
1980s married Janet
1980s retired to Gowan Brae Dungog Poll Hereford Stud cattle property with daughter Gayle from Current Accounts August 1981 Pg 26) - Kevin Meyer reported: “I see R.G.Robson`s death in SMH to day 22/2/08. Bob was 84 and his funeral is in Dungog on Tuesday. I forget his history other than that he was Mgr George & Hunter Sts and later was my No. 2 Manager when I was in Sydney Office. He retired to Dungog about 25 years ago to the family property.”
- Gordon Mills indicated he had been a Manager, Head Office before becoming Principal of Fernleigh Castle although he was not an academic. He had found him to be a great straight shooter who was practical in his approach. Gordon was not surprised he retired back to Dungog, where he became President of the Dungog Historical Society.
- Sue Campbell also advised that Bob retired from Fernleigh Castle about 1984-85 where he was the last Manager of this beautiful Manager`s Training Centre.
Bob was born in Dungog and then retired to back to his family home.
Bob & Joyce married in 1944
Gayle born in 1945 – she was 6 months old before Bob saw her due to War commitments.
Bob was a returned man and was very involved with Legacy in Dungog.
Bob & Janet were married 1983
Bob & Janet retired to Gowan Brae in 1985
There is a website www.olo.com.au – which can be accessed to post messages of people`s memories and anecdotes of Bob`s life!
I have just joined CBC Officers Club (as I was prompted to look for a site when Bob died!). I worked with Bob at CBC 343 George Street Managers Dept & he was always a great character and full of fun. I moved back to Dungog in 1990 (also my home town) & was reacquainted with Bob – did lots of reminiscing of our Sydney days!
I thought it may be fitting to place his notice on the website to let others know.
Yours sincerely Sue Campbell (nee Neilson)
In The Care of
Dailey Family Funerals
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