JAMES ROBERT 'BOB' passed away peacefully October 2, 2015 at Maidstone Health Complex with his family present. Born June 20, 1951 in North Battleford, he resided in the Bresaylor - Paynton area his entire life, most of it in the yard he'd grown up in. His early working years were mostly as a fuel delivery driver for Paynton Co-op. He, along with his brother Tom, expanded the family farm then formed Gregg Farm Ltd. raising cattle, grain and later added a feed lot business that operated for years. In 2007, Tom changed careers and Bob continued to grain farm with the assistance of his family particularly son Nathan. Music played a big role in his life, playing drums in dance bands beginning in the 60's and continuing for years to play in various bands. He was community minded, serving on several local boards and commitees. He enjoyed curling, fishing, camping, skidooing, snow and water skiing, traveling and woodworking. Over the years he did carpentry (renos, furniture building) and most recently snow plowing in the farmers downtime. A great sense of humour he felt was needed for a life, a requirement for sure, to farm and very neccassary to parent. He liked diverse challenges; was proud to be a farmer but prouder yet to have watched his children become successful adults with growing families. Many laughs were provided by the grandchildren's antics, as well as the joy of grandparenting. Bob is lovingly remembered by his wife, Joanne; daughter Shaundra (Gibo) Serravalli, grandchildren Luca and Nila, sons Nathan (Carleen) and grandson Spencer, and Joshua (Lindsey) expecting; brother Tom (Linda), nieces Sherisse (Lee) and Michelle (Brent); mother and father-in-law, Joe and Jean Wilson; numerous sisters and brothers-in-law, and so many more nieces and nephews, cousins, family and friends. He was predeaceased by his parents Harold and Emma, all of his aunts and uncles, and pre term twin grandsons. A celebration of life service was held October 8, 2015 in Paynton Community Complex. The families wish to express their thank you to the staff at Maidstone Health Complex that cared for Bob and supported our families; the friends and neighbors that assisted the family to complete our harvest the same day as Bob passed; the friends and families that provided food, flowers and support to each and/or all of us. Memorial donations to Canadian Cancer Society or donor's choice.
