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Bill Eluchok, Welland, Ont. posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Just discovered Bob’s obituary three-plus years later, which saddened me. Bob was a valued neighbour of mine in London, Ont., with a small cottage-type home along a busy arterial city street, which he turned into a small horticultural treasure. Alas, constant traffic noise and unruly boisterous Western University students (weekend variety) eventually persuaded Bob to set his domicile sights elsewhere, to Nova Scotia, a sad moment for my late wife Cathy and me. We certainly understood his desire to move but realized we would deeply miss this charming, sophisticated (and artistic) presence in our lives. We were fortunate to have known you, even for a few short years, Bob. Thank you for your friendship.
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Kathrine Beattie posted a condolence
Sunday, June 23, 2024
Mr. Moore quite literally changed my life. I have a disorder that made succeeding in school very difficult for me. Where many had given up, Mr. Moore was persistent in both engaging me in the classroom and inspiring confidence I didn't yet have. He was kind, firm, and the teacher I needed at the right time. His class is the class that finally got me to sit down and pay attention, the one that I finally started learning in. And he taught me that I was a) smarter than I thought, and b) more than capable of achieving my dreams.
Mr. Moore, I want you to know that I did end up liking that book about space way too much. I did get into university, and now I make things that go up there, all thanks to you. I think about the impact you had on my life a lot. I hope that you can see the person I became because you were there to enable my success.
Thank you for everything, for all the lives that you touched. I'm so lucky to have known you.
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Peter Cox posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2024
I grew up with Bob in old south London being in the same class in public and high school. He was always a good friend and lots of laughs with our third common friend Dave Powell who sadly passed about fifteen years ago.
The three of us ocassionly got together as adults at Dave’s cottage on an island in lake Simcoe. Unfortunately we grew apart over the years and I always wondered where Bob was. I just today learned of his passing out east which would suit Bob to a tee! Rest in peace Bob you were always a great guy in so many ways. Have a few drinks with Dave!
Pete Cox
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Lynne Porter posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
I am saddened to learn that our beloved Mr. Moore left us in 2021. My family and I are better people for knowing him. My family has fondly remembered him over the years. The creativeness he inspired in his students was exceptional, and my sons were blessed to have been his students. My grandkids get a kick out of watching the video of their dad, Titus (“son of Hepa”) dance and sing in an intimate one-night-only-for-parents production of CLEO. When I offered my services to Bob to make costumes for this play, I thought, “it’s a kid play - easy peasy.” Then he arrived at my house with extravagant/exquisite fabrics and an interesting story of how and where he acquired this fabrics. I was inspired to do these costumes and Mr. Moore justice. What an amazing experience! Somebody was looking down on me as I operated my first ever video camera when filming “Cleo.” I, too, tried to encourage Bob to run the play for a week, but it was a personal, intimate gift for the parents of his students. There was laughter and tears as we parents watched the production of Cleo and learned that set, scenery, and choreography was created by Mr. Moore’s Grade 5/6 students. We were humbled by his dedication to his students, his sharing of knowledge and talents with his students, his kindnesses and caring of his students, and the talents he inspired in his students. Mr. Moore’s classroom was an art gallery. Mr. Moore’s classroom had a piano. If/when Mr. Moore sat down and played “Moonlight Sonata,” his students knew it was time to settle down.
When I decorate my home at Halloween, Mr. Moore always comes to mind. He was first to jump on the bandwagon to help create the Haunted hall of Hillcrest. I still have a Haunted Hall of Hillcrest drawing he did for me. I pull it out every Halloween and think of him.
I send deepest condolences to Bob’s partner and family. Bob, wherever you are, I know you are sharing love, laughter, and kindness.
Mrs. Porter
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John MacPhail planted a tree in memory of Robert Moore
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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Angela WInslow posted a condolence
Sunday, March 20, 2022
I came across this obituary after googling my favourite teacher and my heart is broken. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Mr. Moore was hands down the most inspirational person I've ever met. To this day, I remind myself of how impactful a teacher can be in one child's life and use this as my daily motivation in my own teaching career. I was the new girl from a very small rural town in B.C and was thrown into the "big city life" in London, Ontario at Hillcrest Public School at the age of 9. This was a huge adjustment in Grade 4 and 5 and some kids did not make this easy on me. Mr. Moore was a beloved teacher at Hillcrest that I soon came to know. I was first amazed by the way Mr. Moore decorated his classroom portable and the artistic flair he put into everything he did. I loved art and he helped foster this passion even further. His talent was unbelievable and I just crossed my fingers that I would be lucky enough to have him as a teacher one day. After joining the school musical production in Grade 5 and singing to an audience for the first time, Mr. Moore pulled me aside and said he had big hopes for me in Grade 6 for his next play, Cleopatra. He wanted to cast me in the lead role. So for the next few months it was Mr. Moore, some friends and his classroom piano every day after school, practicing for his very own written and directed class play of Cleopatra (I still have this on video cassette). I knew in Grade 6 that being part of this production was beyond special. The play included catchy upbeat songs and also beautiful, heartfelt songs, a very witty script with clever puns (Mr. Moore's specialty) that perfectly captured the story of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar in a kid-friendly way. We learned all about ancient civilizations through art, song, dance and most importantly, every single child was made an important role in this production. Mr. Moore was so humble and modest in his artistic and theatric talents. I wanted the world to know that he was here in London--just waiting to be discovered by Hollywood, Saturday Night Live, New York Broadway...but no, not his style. Instead, he would set up Cleopatra in our school library for just our families. A piano, a couple of microphones, a class of eager kids, and 20 massive 6 foot enlarged photographs of every cast member dressed in Roman and Greek costumes- all lining the library was all that was needed. It was simply the best night of my childhood life! Mr. Moore made me feel like a movie star and gave me the confidence and resiliency that I used in every aspect of my life thereafter. He made every student feel so special, even those tougher kids that were hard to reach. Unfortunately, my ultimate dream of being a Hollywood actress and singer did not pan out- haha...I guess teaching was my destiny after all. Mr. Moore has huge shoes to fill. Thank you Mr. Moore for your amazing wit, artistic talent, modesty, kindness and ability to pursue your life's passion without needing the glitz and glamour. I can only dream of changing one of my student's lives in the same way you did for me. My heart and gratitude goes out to your family.
You will always be remembered,
Love Angela Southby (Cleo) xo
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Roberta posted a condolence
Friday, October 22, 2021
Best teacher ever! Was his student at Emily Carr P. S. in London 1979. He was always smiling. Reading to us with such enthusiasm. He was funny, caring , engaging and inspirational. I am so sorry. Roberta Alsabak (Donald)
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Judy Blackwell posted a condolence
Sunday, June 6, 2021
I am very sad about Bob’s passing and have had a hard time trying to distil a few memories we shared through high school and university. And I’m not a little annoyed that he has checked out far too early and can’t get together for a chat to dissect and help me recall these vivid younger times. Even as a child Bob loved gossip and nostalgia. He was a great storyteller, satirist and observer of human traits, whether it was his older coworkers in the steamy PuffaPuffa rice room at his Kellogg’s summer job, or the many residents he got to know working at Parkwood retirement home after school. I have never laughed so long and hard as in the company of this immensely entertaining guy. His musical and artistic creativity was always apparent and obviously set him up for the important and inspirational teaching career he followed. Clearly he meant a lot to many students who had the great fortune to come within his sphere. It’s comforting to know that he was able to retire to Nova Scotia and find a new home and welcoming community and many years of happiness with Barry.
I’ll always remember the impossibly tall Bob perched incongruously on the back of my Honda 50, long legs outstretched, challenging the laws of physics and aerodynamics as we careened sedately around corners...... I will miss him.
Judy Blackwell
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Diane MacKenzie posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
I am devastated at hearing of the passing of my school buddy and dear friend Bob. We spent many years and hours having fun and sharing many great times. He nicknamed me Walrus. I remember walking in the winter singing “operatic “ songs taking a break from studying. He was such a talented artist and a great dancing buddy at the big band dances in Port Stanley with my parents, and he was an extraordinary teacher. I lost touch several years after , but was so happy that I was able to connect by phone a few years ago. I send my deepest sympathy to all of his family . He has left a huge hole in many hearts. Miss you my dear friend. Love Diane ( Waller) MacKenzie...aka Walrus
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Sally McBeth Posted Apr 23, 2021 at 10:02 PM
Hi Diane Waller! It was such a privilege to be in high school classes with the talented, handsome, and inspiring Bob Moore! (Not to mention Grade 10 typing, at which he was the King). Not at all surprised that he became a much-loved teacher who modeled inclusion and joy in the arts. Best, Sally
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Andrea Bettger posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
My sincere condolences to all family and friends. Bob Moore was the best teacher I ever had and I will never forget him. He continues to inspire my life even after all of these years.
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Sunday, April 18, 2021
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Sarah Boyer posted a condolence
Sunday, April 18, 2021
Mr. Moore was my teacher in grade 5-6 at St. George’s School in the 1980s, and I thank my lucky stars that I landed in his classroom. He was dedicated to creating joy for his students, and cultivated our creativity every day. He helped all of the kids in his class to feel seen and known and celebrated for who we were. After I left St. George’s, I exchanged letters with Mr. Moore – I will never forget his beautiful handwriting! – and friends and I visited him at home many years after we had left his classroom. I have become an educator myself, and I credit Mr. Moore for inspiring me to follow this path. Teachers are often powerfully influential figures in a young person’s life, and when teacher-student relationships are grounded in love and respect they can be transformative. I will remember Mr. Moore always, with deepest gratitude.
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Sunday, April 18, 2021
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I was so sad to hear of Bob's passing. Even though I have not seen Bob since South high school days, I still remember his handsome face, quick wit and terrific sense of humour. He was so much fun to be around.I am not surprised that he kept making numerous friends wherever he lived. I knew that he was a painter and avid gardener,two passions that can provide therapy when illness comes into our lives. I am so glad to have met Bob, if only in high school. He was a bright light so appropriate that there are candles here. May you have many special memories Barry to carry you through this sad time.
Take good care . Alison Ferguson (better known as Cricket)
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Nina Snaith posted a condolence
Saturday, April 17, 2021
Mr Moore was an incredible teacher. He made it his mission to know each of his students so well. I remember him handing me Jayne Eyre in Grade 5 and saying, "You'll like this" - and I did, and still do. And I remember reading it curled up inside one of the refrigerator boxes that he had painted as a house and used to transform the classroom into a village. And he taught a shy 10-year-old me to give crazy, creative presentations in whatever form suited me to get over the fear of speaking to the class. I credit him with my ability to lecture to 300 students now! He still regularly comes to my thoughts as I teach or watch my children being taught. He made such an impression on each of us and he will never, ever be forgotten while his students live! Nina "the wee one" Snaith
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Gary Zimmerman posted a condolence
Saturday, April 10, 2021
Mr. Moore was hands-down the most creative and dedicated teacher I’ve ever had. I’ll never forget his classroom, adorned in tissue-paper stained ‘glass’ panels that hung from the ceiling and original works of art in coloured chalk that appeared on the front board each morning. He played aloud the soundtracks to Phantom and Starlight Express while we worked and corralled a room full of energetic 5th and 6th graders through inspiration rather than discipline. Instead of simply requesting that we write essays, he had us stage dramatic readings for the class in costume. He completely redefined for me what a teacher could be; his gifted class was legend. For more than 30 years I’ve kept the year-end report card he wrote for each of us at the end of Grade 5 — it’s an entire sheet of black poster-board, handwritten in silver pen replete with photos, illustrations, and prognostications for what our futures might hold. To know that a teacher cared that much meant the world to a middle-schooler and showed me what it means to devote oneself to one’s work. His dedication to his craft has benefitted so many. He will be dearly missed.
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Saturday, April 10, 2021
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Rachel Zimmerman Brachman posted a condolence
Friday, April 9, 2021
Mr. Moore was the best teacher I ever had. He inspired me daily when I was in his class, and he always went over and above what any other teacher did to make his classroom warm and welcoming and beautiful. He spent countless hours illustrating our math worksheets - who does that? - and taught me the importance of creativity in all aspects of life. I had been meaning to look him up to get back in touch after all these years, and I’m sorry I didn’t get a chance to tell him what a blessing he was in my life. I have friends who became teachers because of him. Sending virtual hugs to his family. - Rachel Zimmerman Brachman
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Sav planted a tree in memory of Robert Moore
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
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Thank you for being there when I felt I had no one. You will alway be my favourite teacher. I cant thank you enough. Love you my friend. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Tabatha M Clements posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Our dear Bob. My heart sank when I heard about his passing. Such a truly amazing man. I met Bob through another volunteer who was volunteering at the Ark many years ago. I knew immediately we had to have Bob join our team. Bob helped to bring life to our storefront at The Ark with his artistic ideas and his unique way with our retail space. Bob was a mentor for many of us and we easily loved spending time with him and shared often in his wise conversations. I personally loved the days I got to spend working along side of Bob. We spent time laughing and telling stories. I looked genuinely forward to those days. A few of us were very fortunate to see his art in person and I can remember standing and gazing at several pieces for nearly the entire visit while visiting his home. Words can never really express his talent and ability to inspire others. He's always been someone you often think of and have such fond memories of. With our greatest sympathies to his family and Barry please know we will always hold Bob near and dear in our hearts.
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Claire McIlveen posted a condolence
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Barry and family, we were very sorry to hear of Bob's illness and death - it is so tough to lose a partner.
Ed and I are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Hugs,
Claire
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Winifred Desjardins posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Bob was put on this earth to keep things interesting. We corralled him into Man Jongg, which he did reluctantly, protesting all the way. For us it was a chance to hear his stories, which were often fascinating and hilarious. He had a poor relationship with technology and an ongoing battle with Siri. He loved fresh flowers, which were everywhere, including the bathroom. To me Bob and Barry were the "Bees" and they were often at the centre of things at the Monaghan. He brought people together and helped create a neighborhood in a high-rise. He was a believer in fun. And that we will miss.
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Michael Purcell posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
I will miss our many conversations at the dialysis unit . Robert will be missed. Our thoughts are with you at this extremely difficult time.
Michael Purcell
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Elise Sawler posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Words cannot express how much Bob will be missed by all of us. When he was there , the unit was always brighter and livelier . Barry, we have truly missed seeing you in the unit over the past year. You are all in my thoughts during this sad and difficult time.
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Monday, February 22, 2021
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