Robert Brinker

BRINKER, Robert – On Thursday, April 5, and surrounded by his “three girls”. Loving and devoted husband of Sandi for nearly 44 years. Amazingly supportive and doting father and father-in-law of Dawn and Melissa and Darren Kaplan. Adored brother and brother-in law of Gerry and Pearl Brinker, Arnie and Elaine Palmer, Harvey Palmer and Cathy Myers, and the late Claire and Ernest Herskovitz. Proudest Zaidie of Ellie and Ariana. Caring and thoughtful uncle and great uncle of his many nieces and nephews. Friend to everyone he met. The void he leaves will be felt forever by all who knew him.

Memorial Donations:

A special thank you to Dr. Sibai and the amazing nurses and staff at Princess Margaret Hospital for the incredible care and compassion.

Donations can be made in our father’s memory to the Leukemia Research Fund at the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.

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Date of Death: Thursday, April 5, 2018

Yahrzeit Day: 20 Nissan

Date of Funeral: Sunday, April 8, 2018

Time of Funeral: 12:30 PM

Memorial Service Location: Chapel service

Burial Service Location: Community section

Shiva Details: Shiva visits immediately following the interment, and daily from: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday), and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Sunday to Thursday). Shiva concludes Friday at 4:00 p.m.

Time of Services (Evening): 7:00 PM

Location of Funeral:

Chapel service

Location of Burial:

Community section

Shiva Location:

Message of Condolence

Posted on 05.04.2018 - 6:26 PM

Debbie and Neil Naftolin

Dear Sandi and family, We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. There are no words of condolence but know in our hearts that we wish you strength to get through this most difficult time in your lives. Your memories will keep him alive forever.

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Posted on 05.04.2018 - 8:28 PM

Mary Arcand

Dear Sandi and Family Howard and I are very sorry to hear of Bobs passing. We are thinking of you and your family. Howard and Mary.

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Posted on 05.04.2018 - 9:31 PM

Fran and Rick Goodmsn

Dear Sandy, Dawn, Melissa and Family, , We are shocked and saddened to hear about Bob’s passing. We hope that the wonderful memories that you share will be a source of strength and comfort to you at this difficult time.

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Posted on 05.04.2018 - 10:05 PM

shirlee aronson and Harvey dolman

Dear Sandi and family On behalf of Harvey and I we want to extend our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Shirlee Aronson

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 9:13 AM

Shawna & Michael Kamien

Sandi, Dawn, Melissa and Family Bob's presence will be deeply missed, but the fond memories you created with him will surely live on. He loved to sit and chat, always asking about our family, and in turn, talking about his. You never knew which stories to believe. We appreciated his incredible sense of humour and how he lived each day with joy. We are all better people for having known him. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Love Shawna & Michael

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 9:25 AM

Kerry & Mark Mandel

We cannot fully express the sorrow we feel for you and your family at Bob’s passing You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 10:57 AM

Michael Chan

My sincerest condolences. My mother, Winnie Chan, has been undergoing treatment for leukemia at Princess Margaret for a few years ago. We met Bob a few years ago, as his treatment schedule always coincided with my mom's treatment weeks. We would always hang out together in the waiting areas, and became fast friends. My mom's health is also quickly declining. It is sad to see friends go, especially ones that were going through the same journey. But it was this journey that brought us to meet Bob in the first place, and we are grateful for that opportunity. Wishing your family and loved ones peace and love. Michael Chan.

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 12:05 PM

Lynn Blufarb

Dear Sandi, with deepest condolences on your loss. Lynn & Ben

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 12:40 PM

Helen Nasielski

Dear Sandi, I was so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. My all the wonderful memories you have of him be a shining light for you and your family.

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 1:15 PM

Marilyn and Gerry Myers

Dear Sandi, Dawn, Melissa and family, Our deepest sympathy on Bob's untimely passing. We will remember him as a gentleman and as a kind, friendly and caring man. May all your fond memories sustain you at this time.

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 1:20 PM

Maureen & Harland Staviss

Dear Sandi, Dawn, and Melissa, we are so sorry to hear the sad news. Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. May the wonderful memories you shared over the years help sustain you all during this most difficult time. Maureen and Harland

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 2:59 PM

Sandy Rybak

Dear Sandi & family, We are so saddened with the news. Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss. May his memories live on with you always and may they comfort you now, at this difficult time. Sandy & Jack

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 3:29 PM

Joy & Julian Segal

Dear Sandi, Melissa, Dawn and family We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Julian joins me in sending you our heartfelt sympathy and condolences. Words, I know have little meaning at a time like this, but please know our thoughts are with you all. Warmest regards, Joy Segal

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 4:12 PM

Catherine Ng

Dear Dawn and Family, I am sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 4:14 PM

Gord and Sandi cone

Dear Sandi and family, it was with great sadness Gordie and I learned of Bob’s passing. Words seem so inadequate in an attempt to bring comfort, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, as are all the beautiful memories of your life together.

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 9:19 PM

Naomi Lerman

My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Naomi

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 9:51 PM

Linda Rothman and Fred Wilson

So sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of Bob before you were married. May you know no more sorrow. He was always a sweet, gentle man. Linda Rothman and Fred Wilson

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 10:31 PM

Elaine and Ben Platt

Dear Sandi, Dawn and Melissa I was shocked to hear about the passing of Bob. He was a true gentlemen and always interested in everyone. Thinking of u all during this difficult time. Elaine. Ben, Dayna, Ilana and Michael

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Posted on 06.04.2018 - 10:58 PM

Terry Winston

Dear Sandi and family Gary and I are so very sad to hear if the passing of your wonderful Bob May you be sustained and strengthened by his memory of live,good humour and devotion to you and the girls. Our heartfelt condolences Gary & Terry Winston

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 6:44 AM

Ronda and Joey Doppelt

Dear Sandi and family, Heartfelt condolences on your loss.May the memories you hold close sustain you.Sending strength to help see you through this difficult time. We remember Bob with fondness. Ronda and Joey

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 8:08 AM

Francine Schwartz

Dear Sandi, So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband ,Bob. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May your fond memories of him bring comfort to you at this most difficult time.

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 8:54 AM

Karin &Jerry Weisberg

Dear Melissa & Family , Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Dad, Bob.We hope the beautiful memories you have will sustain you during this very difficult time.

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 12:21 PM

Caryl & Lawrence Young

Dear Sandi, Dawn, Melissa and family, We were heartbroken today when we learned of our dear cousin Bob's passing. He was truly a very special person who touched the lives of so many that were fortunate to cross path's with him. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten, and his unique sense of humour will always bring a smile to our faces when he is remembered by those who loved him . May the memories of good times spent together bring you solace and comfort at this most difficult time, and may know of no more sorrow. With love and sorry we can't be with you in person, Caryl & Lawrence.

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 12:33 PM

Abie Grunspan

Sandi, Dawn, Melissa and family. So sorry to hear about Bobby’s passing. A wonderful person, the definition of a real mensch! He was good to all. May you find comfort in the special times and memories you all had together.

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 1:09 PM

Gloria Pivnick

Dear Sandie and family. I am so deeply saddened to hear that Bob passed away. I know this is a very difficult time but know that you are surrounded with love and wonderful memories. I wish you long life. Love Gloria Pivnick

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 4:36 PM

Sheila Beck

My sincere condolences Sandi to you and your family. This is always a difficult time when we our loved one is gone. Gather strength from each other and from good memories. /Sheila beck

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 6:01 PM

Vicci & Ellis Macmull

Dear Sandi, Dawn & Melissa We have just learned the sad news about Bob. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May his memory be a blessing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Vicci & Elis

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 7:56 PM

Allan & Carol Levine

Dear Sandi, Dawn, Melissa and family We are deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing and there are simply no words to ease your pain. Our memories of Bob will be those of the simchas we celebrated together where his humour and warmth were always so present. Please know that Bob will be greatly missed and always remembered and we pray that in time you find comfort in the legacy he left - the beautiful family that meant everything to him. Our thoughts are with you. Love Carol and Allan

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 8:37 PM

Vicci Macmull

Dear Sandi, Dawn and Melissa We have just learned the sad news of Bob’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May his memory be a blessing and sustain you through this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Vicci and Ellis

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 9:12 PM

Alan Hay

Dear Sandi, Melissa, Dawn and family. It was a very big shock to hear from Dawn that Bob had passed. I consider Bob a very good friend, even though we only knew each other for a short time through our mutual conditions with Leukemia and treatment at the Princess Margaret Hospital. Bob started the program a few months before me, so he was my mentor in the early stages of my treatment. He always had an answer about the hospital and knew all the nurses and their families; which impressed me immensly as I too like to know those whom I work with. So to lose Bob is a crushingly blow to me and one that will take some time for me to handle. Inclosing, my love and support to everyone, Alan Hay

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 10:29 PM

Lori and Steve Cranson

Dear Sandi and family, our sincere condolences on the passing of Bob. He will be missed. His genuine interest in others was not unnoticed and his sense of humour always brought a lightness to conversation. Our thoughts are with you. . Lori and Steve

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Posted on 07.04.2018 - 11:26 PM

Beverly & Murray Kellner

Dear cousins, our heart go out to all of you at this very sad time. Bobby will be sorely missed by all who knew him. What a mensch. My children join us in saying goodbye to an amazing guy. May you keep his memories alive. Xxoo Beverly, Murray, Jamie, Jon & Jessica

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Posted on 08.04.2018 - 8:12 AM

Eileen and David Goldsmith

We are so sorry we cannot be with you this weekend. Dear Cousins, the loss of Bobby has been felt in every heart. He was a person with a dry sense of humour that we could all relate to. Bobby was an intelligent and caring person....always asking us about the family in Montreal and at our last visit we showed pictures of relatives always wanted to know how they were and what they were up to. Sandi, Dawn, Melissa,, Jerry and all extended family....stay strong and keep his memories alive. He will be missed. Forever with love, Eileen and Dave

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Posted on 08.04.2018 - 8:20 AM

Eileen and David Goldsmith

Dear Cousins, we are so sorry we are unable to be with you this weekend. The loss of Bobby came as a shock and we are so sad to lose this wonderful human being. Bobby was a caring and supportive cousin with an amazingly dry sense of humour that we loved. He was always concerned about family in Montreal and at our last visit we showed him pictures of everyone as he asked about their situations of health and life. Sandi, Dawn, Melissa, Jerry and all extended Family, we wish you strength at this difficult time.Keep his memory alive and treasure the times you had together. We will miss him terribly. Forever with love, Eileen and Dave

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Posted on 08.04.2018 - 10:44 AM

SALVATORE PALAZZOLO

Dear Sandy, Dawn and Melissa It is so hard for me to express my shock on learning the passing on of your loved one, Bob. In the short time we have known each other, we have developed a special bond, and we almost looked forward in meeting every 4 weeks at Princess Margaret; waiting patiently for our treatment, we conversed sometimes for hours. Often, our long dialogues were interrupted by a phone call one or more of you would make to him. I wish you to know, that he really appreciated these brief but meaningful conversations: I could see at the end of each one of these, a greater determination to bravely face the rest of his long day at PMH. Such positive attitude contributed in giving me a boost in confronting my own ordeal. I will miss him very much. Salvatore

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Posted on 08.04.2018 - 11:21 AM

Sybil Levine

Sandi, my heart goes out to you. Really wish I could be there to give you a hug. Thinking of you...Sybil

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Posted on 08.04.2018 - 1:50 PM

Peter & Susan Ship

Our sincere condolences at this very difficult time.

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Posted on 08.04.2018 - 4:52 PM

Lisa and Charlie

Dear Sandy and family Was with sadness that I heard from Bob's passing away. Our thoughts are with all of you Lisa and Charlie Berger

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Posted on 08.04.2018 - 4:56 PM

Lisa and Charlie

Dear Sandy and family We were sad to hear about Bob's passing. Our thoughts are with all of you. Lisa and Charlie

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Posted on 09.04.2018 - 6:40 AM

Tracey abrahami

Dear Melissa, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May his memories be a blessing . Baruch Dayan Emet

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Posted on 09.04.2018 - 2:15 PM

ELAINE WULF

Dear Sandi and family we are so sorry for your loss. Bob always had a good word to say about everyone. He always asked and Jory and Louis' sister which was truly appreciated. I loved to hear his stories and never know which one to believe. He will truly be missed.

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Posted on 09.04.2018 - 4:05 PM

Ronen Bachar

Dawn, my deepest condolences to you, your mother Sandi, your sister Melissa and her husband Darren, and to your entire family. I know first hand what it's like to lose someone suddenly and unexpectedly. I wish you all strength to endure the coming days and hope you can all find some comfort in eachother through the love you shared for your father Robert.

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Posted on 10.04.2018 - 10:21 AM

Angela Rotatore and Tony Pavlovec

Dear Sandi and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences to you for he was a lovely man who will be missed terribly. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family.

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Posted on 10.04.2018 - 2:01 PM

Mel and Roberta Lee

Dear Sandi, Dawn and Melisa and family, this is so sad and shocking news I just learned now Tuesday on return from Jamaica. I am so shocked with grief and can hardly imagine what you and the girls are enduring. Bob was a wonderful human being and such a good friend with so much wisdom as we shared life's experiences over 52 years as NCR trusted friends. We have so many memories, such joyous times together at work and on CPC conventions. Roberta and I can only pray that your hearts heal as best they can with the good news that Bob is with Our LORD GOD ALMIGHTY.

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Posted on 10.04.2018 - 2:41 PM

David, Rhonda Justin Lauren Allie and Nowell Hosch

Dear Sandi, Dawn, Melissa and family, We are still getting over the loss of Bob. I'll miss the calls that I would have with him to discuss worldly events, and our families. I'll miss the vending business travels and the antics that we had, along with the adventures. I'll miss everything that made Bob a loving friend, who we all loved, and he always made us feel loved.

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Posted on 10.04.2018 - 3:56 PM

John Sneyd

Bob was my best friend and he will be sadly missed.

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Posted on 10.04.2018 - 7:30 PM

Simi Grosman

My deepest condolences to the Brinker family. I had the honour & pleasure of working with Bob for over 20 years at NCR. He served as my boss and colleague during that time. I learned much from him. He was kind, considerate and a real mensch. I will always have fond memories of Bob. Simi Grosman

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Posted on 10.04.2018 - 9:59 PM

Cynthia Gasner

Melissa i am sorry to hear the sad news. Condolences to you and your family.

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Posted on 11.04.2018 - 9:53 AM

James Stewart

So sad to hear of Bob’s passing. My deepest condolences to all his family. I have known Bob for many years and worked with him at NCR, dating back to the early 1970’s.

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Posted on 11.04.2018 - 7:36 PM

Martine and Rob Halberstadt

Thinking of you guys during this difficult time.

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Posted on 14.04.2018 - 11:08 PM

Adam Lakien

My condolences to Sandi and the family. My thoughts are with you through this hard time. AdAm Lakien

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Posted on 22.04.2018 - 3:16 PM

Arnie Swedler

Dear Sandy and Family, Just found out today about Bobbie's passing, and wanted to convey our condolences, truly a Mensch Arnie Swedler and Rhoda Zaitlin,.

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