Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Though i haven't had the pleasure of seeing Robert in the last handful of years. Few men in my life meant as much as Robert did. When i was heading into my 20's Robert began taking time each week to meet with me. Over the next few years i don't think i can count a time he cancelled. But he faithfully met with me prayed with me and mentored me. He showed me the simplicity of obedience to Christ and how it is interwoven into every part of life. As i prepared for marriage he taught me servant leadership and what it meant to die to yourself to serve your wife. I lost my job in our first year of marriage and found myself part time in a low paying job and Robert gave me words that i still reflect on today. "Matt There is no work beneath the dignity of men, just men beneath the dignity of work, wherever you find yourself God is doing something bigger than the task in front of. So whatever your hand finds to do, do with all your might." Few people lit up a room like Robert did, his laugh was infectious his love was contagious, and his presence brought peace. Peace and comfort be with Ellenore, Leah and Alison and their family in this time. Please find comfort in his life well lived and the certainty of salvation he had in his Saviour Jesus Christ.
