ROBERT JOHN RODE
Robert (Bob) Rode, late of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 16th, 2020 at home at the age of 79 years. He was predeceased by his parents Bruno and Lil. Bob is survived by his wife, Sandra; children: Brett (Jackie), Bryan (Jennifer), and Kent (Tammy); grandchildren: Sarah, Kate, Liam and Abbey; brother, Don (Rose); and sister, Karen.
Bob was born on September 13th, 1941 in Wilcox, Saskatchewan and lived in several communities in Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia and the Northwest Territories. Robert and Sandra were married on September 2nd, 1967 in Colfax, Saskatchewan.
Bob loved to fish, and play the piano. He played many instruments in several community bands including drums, trombone, trumpet, and accordion. Bob worked for the CO-OP for the majority of his career, including managing territories in the Canadian Arctic. In Bob and Sandra’s retirement years, they enjoyed travelling to visit their children, grandchildren and friends across the West. He will be greatly missed.
Miss Me But Let Me Go
When I come to the end of the road,
And the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room,
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little-but not too long,
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love we once shared,
Miss me-but let me go.
For this is a journey we all must take,
And each must go alone.
It’s all a part of the Master’s plan
A step on the road to home.
A Private Family Service will be held at a later date. Family and friends may make donations in Bob’s name to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 919B Albert St, Regina, SK S4R 2P6. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Karen Please accept my condolences to you and your family You are in my thoughts
Karen, my deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincere condolences to you, Karen, and your family. I hope your fond memories will bring you peace in the days that follow.
Deepest condolences to Sandra & family,Don & family and Karen & family. The Rode’s were Great family friends. Take care Marlene (Sullivan) Card
Sandra, I was saddened to read of Bob’s passing and wish extend my sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. Many years have passed since those Colfax “days”, and our paths have crossed. However, after I was married and living in the Riverhurst area, my mom ( Mildred Snowdy) and Lil would get together to remise about the Wilcox “days” and I would get updates regarding you and Bob.
Don & Rose, our condolences.
Sandra and family, Ron and I send our Deepest Sympathy to you all on the passing of Bob. It has been many years since our paths have crossed. But think of the a Colfax days and it’s people often as we are still out there. Barb is kind enough to keep me up on things that I miss seeing. Prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincere sympathy to you and your family, Sandra
Jean Goski
With deepest sympathy l send you and your family my condolences. My husband Murray Beck passed to weeks after Bob and l know they will be getting together with Harry Brice and planning another Scoouting adventure as they when they went to Philmont New Mexico.