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Robert "Bob" Esson
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<div itemprop="description">ESSON, Robert McCombie. 1931 &ndash; 2013. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, partner, Papa, brother and friend. Bob was predeceased by his first wife Margaret (Mag) Stewart Esson (1985) and his granddaughter Tristan Esson (2000). He is lovingly remembered and survived by his partner Alma McDonald and her daughter Megan; his children Lynne, Ewen (Jeanine), Fiona, Callum; grandchildren Terry, Tara and Dianne; great grandchildren Kasey and Remy; second wife Elizabeth and the Antle family, as well as extended family in Scotland. Bob was born and raised in Peterculter, Aberdeen , Scotland. He first immigrated to Kitimat, B.C. in 1957 and returned to Canada again in 1966. In 1967, he moved the family to Richmond where he planted roots and became a longtime resident. Bob was the president of Caltron Office Furniture, a proud B.C. family owned and operated manufacturer and retailer. His life was full and well-lived . He was honest, hardworking and principled. Bob was an astute businessman, prolific reader, insightful friend, master gardener, world traveller, soccer enthusiast and avid historian. He was an admirer of the Scottish Poet Robert Burns. He was an outstanding partner and friend, and a loving and supportive father. He was one of a kind and will be missed by many. A Memorial to honour Bob&rsquo;s life will take place Thursday, September 12 at 3:00 pm. Richmond Funeral Home, 8420 Cambie Rd., Richmond. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. On-line Condolences may be left at www.richmond-funeral.ca <br /> <br />That man to man, the world o&rsquo;er, shall brithers be for a&rsquo; that&rdquo; - Robbie Burns <br /></div>