It is with an extremely heavy heart that the family announces the passing of Robert Heighington in his 66th year on March 4, 2024.
Much loved and adored husband to Lorraine of 33 years. His beautiful and admired daughter Alanna (Stink), and his favourite fishing buddy and son Garrett (Buddy). Much loved by his predeceased in-laws Shirley and William Lochmanetz; who thought Bob was more like a son than an in-law. Bob had many other relatives who admired and respected him.
Bob was a dedicated employee of the electrical and overhead division for the Toronto Transit Commission for 45 years. Prior to that Bob was a competitive figure skater and made countless performances for Stars on Ice. In his spare time Bob was a dedicated player and goal tender for the Hillcrest Old Puckers for 25 years. Bob had made lifelong friends during his years with them. Nothing was more important to Bob than his family. This was shown when he never missed a sporting event and was Alanna and Garrett’s number one fan.
During his retirement Bob and Lorraine would go on adventures and enjoyed sitting in Muskoka chairs looking out onto the lakes. Bob was an extremely strong man who fought cancer four times. The last battle he could no longer fight. As per Bob’s wishes there will be no service, but we are sure he would love everyone to raise up a cold one.
The family would like to thank the Emergency room nurses at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (Jenna and Madison), I.C.U. nurses (Nicole, Amy, and Mary), and Dr. Aitken for their superior care, kindness, and compassion during our most difficult time. A special thank you to Jake Mills who was there when we needed him most.
"Oh, I believe there are angels among us.”
Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.peacefultransition.ca
Jim Dunn
Posted on: Saturday, March 9, 2024Deepest condolences to you and your family Lorraine.
Jim and Pam Dunn
Kim O ‘Rourke
Posted on: Saturday, March 9, 2024He was a great cousin, person, and the guy who’d punch me whenever we met up at a store. Going to miss those punches. Cheers and give jojo a hug for me 🍻🩷
Gordon Lochmanetz
Posted on: Saturday, March 9, 2024My deepest heartfelt condolences go to Lorraine and her family. The pain will never leave but hopefully you will learn to live with it and remember all the good times.
Jay & Michelle Collingham
Posted on: Saturday, March 9, 2024Sending our love and keeping you, Alanna and Garrett in our thoughts as you navigate this loss. Bob was truly one in a million and we are all so fortunate to have had him in our lives.
Janice Heron
Posted on: Saturday, March 9, 2024My heart aches for all of you. Although much time has past since we spent time together,
I am left with so many wonderful memories of fabulous times filled with lots of laughter. Bob was one in a million, a loved coach to so many kids, a supportive friend with a heart of gold. Luv ya Bob, you will surely be missed by many.
Don Thompson & Terry Mason
Posted on: Sunday, March 10, 2024Our hearts are breaking for you. Bobby was an amazing, beautiful person that we were so lucky to have known. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
May time help ease your pain and may your wonderful memories bring you joy in times to come.
Sending you, Lorraine, Alanna and Garrett all our Love and Big Hugs.
Love Don and Terry
Don & Terry
Posted on: Sunday, March 10, 2024Our hearts are breaking for you. Bobby was an amazing, beautiful person that we were so lucky to have known. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
May time help ease your pain and may your wonderful memories bring you joy in times to come.
Sending you, Lorraine, Alanna and Garrett all our Love and Big Hugs.
Love Don and Terry
Maureen Mcmeekin
Posted on: Sunday, March 10, 2024We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of Bob.
He was such a wonderful father and loved his family very much!
Thinking of you all
Maureen and Bob
Mcmeekin
Wynne Ann (Pike) Vardy
Posted on: Sunday, March 10, 2024To Bob’s family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Bob was a terrific friend and skating partner.
Robert and Agnes Upper
Posted on: Monday, March 11, 2024Our warmest thoughts to Lorraine and family. We are so saddened by your loss. Bob and I have happy memories of you and Bob from our Young at Heart Days.
Sharon Collingham
Posted on: Monday, March 11, 2024It is with a lot of sympathy to hear about Bob. He was a really special guy and will miss his humour. Rest in peace. Lots of love and prayers to Lorraine. Alanna and Garrett.
Chris Collingham
Posted on: Monday, March 11, 2024Our most sincere condolences to all the family. Bob was a kind and gentle soul. We always had laughs and good times whenever the families had been together. Forever in our hearts.
Bonnie Gowanlock
Posted on: Tuesday, March 12, 2024I was so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. What a wonderful special person he was. There were so many fun times spent at the YAH ride Lorraine & I always looked forward to you both being there.
My sincere condolences to you Lorraine & the entire family.
Arnie Ivsins
Posted on: Wednesday, March 13, 2024So sorry to hear of Bobby’s passing. First met him as a parent at Sunnybrae, then some 10 years later we reconnected when he was the goalie in our Wednesday nite summer skate, then later Garrett joined us. Always spoke of his family- loved them dearly. My sincere condolences to Lorraine, Alanna & Garrett. Arnie Ivsins (Mr. I)
Brian Miller
Posted on: Wednesday, March 13, 2024I just heard today of Bob’s passing through one of our summer hockey buddies. Bob was always a character in net, whether he was playing well or not, and I always enjoyed our conversations. Sending my sincerest condolences to Lorraine, Garrett, and the entire family, may you cherish the wonderful memories of Bob.
Steve Page
Posted on: Saturday, March 16, 2024I enjoyed working with Bob when he was in Wiring and Service with the TTC. Rest in Peace. Sincerely, Steve
Blair M Swenor
Posted on: Sunday, March 17, 2024Lorraine & Family sorry for your loss. The memories created travelling back and forth to and from the TTC, with the adventures, and antics, I can not thank him enough. He is missed and will be remembered in our hearts. Rest in peace Hangten.
Tammy Kidd
Posted on: Sunday, March 17, 2024My heart goes out to Lorraine, Alanna and Garrett. Bob was an amazing friend, husband and father. He always had the biggest smile on his face no matter what. I’ll miss him.
Laurie Mitchell
Posted on: Wednesday, March 20, 2024I am so very sorry for loss Lorraine. Please reach out. My sincerest sympathy.