Robbie Waltman

On Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 1:45 pm, Robbie Waltman unexpectedly passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket after a short illness. He will be dearly missed by his extended family, his many friends, and especially Marian Bernard – his devoted “sister from another mother”, whose friendship spanned 62 years. Rob was especially talented in the many endeavours he undertook – namely piano-playing (by ear), science, engineering, technology, fitness, dancing, and so much more.

Shiva will be observed via Zoom from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm on Sunday, September 18, 2022; Monday, September 19, 2022; Tuesday, September 20, 2022; Wednesday, September 21, 2022; and Thursday, September 22, 2022, as well as Friday, September 23, 2022 from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. Please email marian@neptune.on.ca to obtain your Zoom URL.

Anybody wishing to attend the service must wear a mask.

Date of Death: Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Yahrzeit Day: 18 Elul

Date of Funeral: Sunday, September 18, 2022

Time of Funeral: 1:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Graveside service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery, Community section, 11818 Bathurst St., Maple

Shiva Details: Please see above.

Unveiling Date: Sun, August 27, 2023

Unveiling Time: 2:00 PM

Unveiling Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery - Community Section - 1 J Block

Message of Condolence

Posted on 16.09.2022 - 9:53 AM

Lynda Rankin

I met Robert and Marian at dances and we quickly became friends . We shared good times dancing, going to RIB Festivals and a party at my home . Robert was a fun loving, upbeat, always smiling guy . He was generous,, funny and always a gentleman! Although I only knew him for a short time , I’ll always remember him as a friend and one that I’ll miss RIP Robert Lynda Rankin

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Posted on 16.09.2022 - 5:54 PM

Lew Pitcher

Robbie was one of my best high-school friends, a brilliant man who strode his own path in life, rather than be chained by convention. The world became a smaller, poorer place on the day he passed.

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Posted on 16.09.2022 - 6:19 PM

Ellen and Martin Lablong

Dear Marian, Extended Family and Friends. We are so sorry and shocked to hear of Rob's unexpected passing. We hope your loving memories ease your pain now and always. Our condolences to you at this sad time. May he rest in peace and his memory be a blessing to you all. Hugs.

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Posted on 18.09.2022 - 10:49 AM

Diane Marie Finch

We are so sorry to learn of Robbie's passing. We loved seeing him and Marian dancing and 'strutting their stuff' on the dance floor. His fun mature and participating in our special occasions will certainly be missed. On behalf of Peter, Diane, RoseMarie and Joe, we want to send our sincere condolences.

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Posted on 18.09.2022 - 12:49 PM

Rosemary, Earl , Eric

Marian, so sorry for your loss and pain. You've been a good neighbour as has Rob.

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Posted on 18.09.2022 - 5:05 PM

Terry Robbins

I did not know Robbie very well but knew him enough to know he had a zeal for life and he immersed himself in it. He enjoyed dancing and was pretty good at it. Among other things he liked to attend rib fests and music festivals. He was a good friend to Lew, my partner as their friendship began many years ago back in high school. I heard about many of the antics as well as the serious academic studies they pursued as teenagers. You will be missed Robbie. R.I.P.

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Posted on 05.10.2022 - 2:38 PM

Paul Truster

I have only good memories of Robbie, a bright, funny, decent and unfailingly enthusiastic classmate whom I saw only infrequently in later years, unfortunately. He was also the reason for my first-ever train ride. In the fall of 1966, when he turned 11, his parents took a bunch of us by rail to Oshawa and back, an unconventional birthday party with ample lunches aboard. (Thanks to Ron Savlov, who was also there, for pinning down the date for me, I was a year off; anyway, a memorable occasion for anyone who was there). Robbie's passing leaves the world a poorer place.

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