With grieving hearts, we announce that Robert (Bob) Lacey passed away at the age of 89 years with his chosen family at his bedside.
Robert resided on Fairmont Street (Westview), his lifelong home. His parents built the house in the late 30s and the three of them resided together until each parent predeceased Robert. He was the only child of George and Elsie Lacey, who died in 1970 and 1988, respectively.
Robert chose to remain a bachelor. He had a full lifetime career serving BC Hydro. He loved to travel. Among his many international travels, Robert forged a lifelong friendship with a royal couple in Germany.
Robert was especially fond of Cortes and Lund. He had dear friends in both places whom he often visited after his retirement. He was most enamoured with nature, boats, fishing and the sea.
Robert was known to many in the community of Powell River, including young and old alike, as well as their pets (dogs and cats). In later years Robert could be found visiting the harbours, his favourite shops and coffee stops, and walking daily down Marine Avenue to Willingdon and back home, again making multiple stops to chat or offer a dog cookie.
He was a fierce though friendly ambassador to Powell River and qathet, regarding it all as paradise on earth. Throughout his many adventures and travels, he loved the Salish Sea, his modest home, and enjoyed many acquaintances, friends and neighbours. He generously donated to many local charities and causes his entire life.
Robert’s legacy will live on in the minds of those blessed to know him, and especially in the hearts and memories of his kinship family. Deeply missed, he will never be forgotten.
At Robert’s request, he will be laid to eternal rest in Powell River Regional Cemetery (Cranberry), next to his mother, on April 3, 2025. Robert was a humble, practical, private and quiet man; no formal service will be held.
Robert loved animals; if you would like to donate in his name, please visit elderdog.ca.
