Obituary of Robert Michael Peirce

PEIRCE, Robert Michael (Bob) - Bob Peirce, in his 84th year, passed away after a short but brave battle with prostate cancer at L.H.S.C. University Hospital on October 27, 2012 surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his loving wife Marg (2010). Devoted and loving father of Michael and his wife Nonie Brennan; Bob and his friend Maureen Murphy; Patty; Tom and his wife Anne Marie; and, Cathy. Treasured grandfather of Joceyln, Maggie, Andie, Jenna, Cailey, Lauren, Kerri, Chloe, Hannah and Peirce and great-grandfather of Braylynn and Emery. Bob was predeceased by his father Robert (1962), his mother Mary (1980) and by his son Paul (1980). Dear brother of Marion Brain and predeceased by his brother Frank, and his sisters Helene and Katherine. Remembered by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob was an accomplished athlete in high school and university and was inducted into the Western 'W' Club in 1999. After brief stops in Simcoe and Windsor, Bob spent the majority of his teaching career at Medway High School in Arva, teaching and coaching countless students. Outside of the classroom, Bob was truly a renaissance man with such varied pursuits and accomplishments as champion rose grower, bridge player, informal care giver, woodworker, embroiderer of Irish dance costumes, OSSTF area treasurer, cook and his proudest role - husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. The family would like to thank the staff of University Hospital, especially the Palliative Care Team for their remarkably compassionate care. Visitors will be received at the JOHN T. DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 362 Waterloo St. at King St. on Monday, October 29th from 2 - 4 p.m. and from 7 - 9 p.m. Prayers at 7:00 on Monday evening. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 511 Cheapside St. on Tuesday morning October 30, 2012 at 10 o'clock. Interment at St. Peter's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Track and Field Team at the University of Western Ontario.