Obituary of Robert Nigel Robinson

Robinson, Robert Nigel, known as ââ?¬Ë?Bob?¢ or ââ?¬Ë?Robbie?¢, retired to Smiths Cove, Nova Scotia from Toronto, Ontario in 2000. Bob passed away on November 3, 2012 leaving behind his beloved wife, Avril; children, Cameron (Alana), Malea and Vanessa (Spencer) and grandchildren Alice, Oliver, Max, Cooper, Bree and Avery. Everyone will miss him dearly. His love for his grandchildren filled his heart and gave him such joy. Some of his happiest times were swimming with them in the pond or building art easels with them as he taught them the names of all his tools that they used. Bob retired from the North York Fire Department as a Rescue Captain and during his career was awarded the Ontario Medal of Bravery for rescuing a young toddler from her burning home. Bob was also a member of the Critical Stress team, which provided support to his fellow fire department brothers. Bob quickly became an active member of the Smiths Cove and Digby communities, known for his happy smile and positive attitude. He loved to chat with everyone he met during his day while out and about in the community. Bob was an active member of the Smiths Cove Volunteer Fire Department, former board member of DALA, Digby Area Learning Association, and former President and current board member of the Bay Windfield Investment Fund. Through his active involvement, Bob touched the hearts of many. Bob loved animals and just last week had regaled us with his account of his day spent volunteering at the local animal shelter. Family would like to extend a heartfelt ââ?¬Ë?Thank you?¢ to the community for pulling together to help and support the family during this sad time. Many thanks to the Digby EMS, Digby RCMP and Digby Fire Department for their heroic efforts. Bob?¢s life will be celebrated on Saturday November 10 at 1:00 p.m. at the Smiths Cove Baptist Church followed by a reception at the Smiths Cove Fire Hall. Please join us to remember, laugh and celebrate. For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the TLC Animal Shelter, Digby County. www.tlcshelter.com Arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Lindsay Funeral Home C/O PO Box 355 Kentville NS B4N 3X1. Donations or condolences may be sent to the above address or by visiting: www.serenitylindsayfuneralhome.c