February 27, 1959 – September 11, 2025
It is with great sadness that the Edworthy family announces the sudden passing of Robert Thomas at the age of 66. A loving and devoted husband to Maryjane for 44 years, a proud father of Darren (Stacey), Elgin (Ashleigh) and Lyle (Kara). The best grandfather (or “Pop-Pop”) of Shaye, Elias, Harris and Walter. Beloved brother of Marlene (Ed), Barbara (Dennis), brother-in-law Don, sister-in-law Maryelen (Doug), and son-in-law to Gerda and Leo Dewetering. Predeceased by his parents Arthur & Mary, his sister Joan and nephews Mark & Greg. Rob will be greatly missed by his extended family and countless friends. A proud, lifelong resident of Westover and generational jersey dairy farmer, Rob Edworthy was truly a farmer at heart. He enjoyed spending his free time tending to the family farm; growing vegetables in his market garden, caring for his brood of chickens, chopping firewood (his self-proclaimed “personal gym time”), and most of all making maple syrup with his sons – a finished product that they named “Boys to Men”. Rob was a hardworking man, an excellent hockey player & coach, and a fixture in the local community. His biggest pride and joy in life was his family. Rob was fun-loving and playful – always ready to wrestle with his sons (even when they grew much larger than him!) or chase his grandkids around the farm. He cherished the time spent with his family and always made time for his loved ones. Rob will be remembered by all as having a hearty laugh, a warm smile, and an even warmer heart. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Rockton Fairgrounds, Farm and Home Building, 812 Old Highway 8 on Sunday, September 21st from 1-3 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Rockton Lions Club or Flamborough Food Bank would be greatly appreciated.
Maryjane l’m so sorry to hear about Rob, he was a wonderful person. We will all miss him.
Our condolences to MJ and boys at this difficult time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest condolences to MaryJane and family.
I have such fond memories of time spent with MaryJane and Rob in my earliest days. Rob had an incredible gift for lighting up a room with his humor and amazing character. He will be deeply missed.
With sympathy,
Christine Robinson
Oh Jane, I’m so sorry. Rob will be dearly missed. Hold close the memories.
Maryjane we are so very sorry for your loss, Rob was such a lovely man. Sending you and your family lots of love at this very sad time.
So sorry to hear of Rob’s passing. I remember him well when Hank and I used to come to the family reunions. Take care. Ine Michiels
We just loved him and will miss him so much! Time to put the hoe away Rob and take a rest. The gardens in heaven are so lucky to have a wonderful gardener. 🍅🫛🫑🥚♥️
Mary-Jane, words can not express how deeply sorry we are to hear of Rob’s passing. Rob was such a wonderful man. Always had a smile on his face. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Treasure those wonderful memories you have of him.
Mary Jane and family. So very sorry for your loss. Rob will be fondly remembered and he will missed by many.
Sincere condolences to you, MaryJane and your family. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Hold close your great memories of him.
Mary Jane, we were so sorry to hear this devastating news. Our hearts go out to you and the boys and their families. Biggest hugs
My condolences Mary Jane and all the family. So sad to hear of Robs passing. Hugs to all.
Mary Jane, our deepest condolences to you and all that loved him and will so deeply miss him.
So sorry to hear this Maryjane. Big hugs sent your way. May you hold on to the wonderful memories. Condolences to all your family. ♥️
Sending our sincere condolences to MJ and the family. May the memories you’ve shared together bring you strength during these difficult days.
Maryjane,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Rob was a kind – hearted wonderful man. He was a gentleman in the dressing room and on the ice at Beverly. Go forward with fond memories.
MJ my sincere condolences to you and your family my heart 💔 breaks for you all Bert was an amazing man, he always made me laugh during our banters – hugs my friend
My most heartfelt condolences to MJ, Darren, Elgin, Lyle and all those who loved Rob. May he live on through his boys and grandchildren and his memory be cherished by all those who knew him. Sending my love to the Edworthy family.
Sincerest condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Happy Trails Bert🤠🏒🥅
Toad 🐸
Our deepest condolences MaryJane, he will be so missed.
Our sincerest condolences MJ and family. We loved chatting with Rob every week when we picked up eggs. His hardy laugh still rings in our minds. He will be greatly missed by all.
Maryjane, I am so sorry to hear about Rob. He was such a lovely human. He had the ability to make everyone around him feel important. He will be missed.
Uncle Rob was an amazing man and will be greatly missed!! Thinking of all the family, we love you so much xo
Mrs. Edworthy and family-what a wonderful man who will be missed a great deal. My sincerest condolences to you all, and please know many people, myself included, have you in our thoughts. Hoping you can find comfort in eachother through this.
Kyle Forth and family
MJ & Family. Our deepest condolences to you and the boys. Our hearts are with you at this time of need. We will always cherish our great friendship and memories of the good times we had together.
Sincere condolences to MJ, the boys and family. Thinking of you all and sending love and hugs in this difficult time.
Our sincerest condolences Maryjane and family. Rob was always a happy go lucky guy. May you find comfort in your fond and dearest memories at this very difficult time. R.I.P. Rob💜
So sorry for your loss Maryjane. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Stacey, Darren and family – we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you
My heart ❤️ goes out to you Maryjane and all your family. Words can express my sadness for all of you. Keep all your precious memories close. 🙏🏻💐
Mary Jane and your beautiful family. We are so very sorry for your lose. I will never forget the conversation your husband and I had about potatoes,which ones were the best. It was so much fun. I thought to myself that day .aryJane you have a winner. You still do with your kids and grandchildren. You will see him through their jesters and beautiful smiles. I know he will be missed by everyone.
Maryjane, Darren, Stacey, Elgin, Ashleigh, Lyle, Kara and family , we are so sorry for your loss. Rob was an amazing man with the brightest smile. He always brought a smile to our faces when we saw him. You are all in our thoughts. Sending you all so much love.
MaryJane and family, you have our heartfelt sympathy for your recent loss.
You’ll be in our thoughts throughout this difficult time.
Hugs
Maryjane and family I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know I’m thinking of you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Phil Woods.
Oh MJ…..my heart aches for your whole family. Words cannot even begin to express my heartache for you and your family. Hold each other close…..🫂❤️🩹
~Jenn, Nick, Jordann & Emily xx
Maryjane and family I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know I’m thinking of you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Phil Woods.
My condolences Maryjane and family,Rob was a great guy 🙏
Well so sorry MJ and family to hear the news of Robs passing as way to young . Never easy but hold onto to all memories and pics as I am sure he is at peace. Rip Rob
I will never forget a couple of years ago when he was leaving the family reunion early and made a point to make a donation to the next year. So thoughtful.
Dearest MaryJane, it’s hard to even find the words to express how sad and heartbroken we were to hear the news of Robs passing. How grateful Scott was to have had the time with Rob at the country boil, chatting, laughing and sharing stories from a lifetime of friendship. How Rob was finally enjoying retirement and getting to all the things he wanted to around the farm. Always so kind and generous, with a smile that welcomed everyone. He will be greatly missed, but I’m sure he was warmly welcomed by all those who have gone before him. Rest peacefully Rob. Holding you Janey and family, deep in our hearts and prayers 🙏 ❤️ Scott and Nicki
MJ and boys we were deeply saddened to hear about Rob. He was a wonderful man possessing a gentle kindness and a great sense of humor. Always enjoyed connecting with him at the arena or the ballpark over the years. Thinking of you all in your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We remember Rob as a very happy and positive man.
Deepest condolences, he was a great guy, I remember running around the yard at Beverly Central, and playing hockey together in Lynden. It seems like yesterday. He will be missed
Dear MaryJane, Darren, Elgin & Lyle,
We are very sad to hear of Rob’s passing. He was such a well-respected and genuinely kind man—hard-working, always willing to help others, and someone who left a positive impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts during this difficult time. We hope that the love and support of family and friends brings you some comfort, and that the many wonderful memories you shared with him will help carry you through the days ahead.
Rob & Laura Wojtasik
MaryJane & family. So sad to hear of Rob’s passing. My thoughts are with all of you
I never had the pleasure of meeting him but that smile in the picture says so much. Take care
Our sincerest condolences Maryjane and family. May you find comfort in your memories.
Maryjane and Family:
Our Sincere Condolences on the passing of Rob. He was a kind and gentle guy always with a smile. May you hold your fond memories dear to your hearts to get you all through this very difficult time. Rest in Peace Rob. God Bless.
Cec and Cheryl
Maryjane, sending our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Rob will be missed.
Our heart felt condolences to Maryjane and family. We have so many great memories from over the years. We were dairy farmers giving each other a helping hand when needed, played sports together, enjoyed family and friend camping with our children and later in life had some fun friend group vacations. There was always lots of fun and laughter together. We will miss him dearly.
Ken and Judy
To Maryjane and family. Sincere condolences on your loss.
Jane its hard to put into words someone’s life. Morgan and i are so deeply sorry to hear about Rob. So many things i could say about a great guy. But for sure it’s his smile and joyous laugh that brings to mind when i think about him. Lots of memories for you to keep in your heart.
Maryjane, the boys and family..
So very sorry to learn of Rob’s passing. He was one of the good ones and will be missed in the Community.
Taken too soon.
Maryjane and all the family. So sorry to know the Edworthy family has lost a husband, Grandpa, brother, uncle and cousin.
I remember at Highland where Rob was a great hockey player and golfer. Blessings and hugs to all.
Joe and Jannette Cuvaj
Our sincere condolences to the family on the passing of Robb.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Blessings
Goodby Rob you will be missed I promise I’ll try to keep your boys inline, however they are all bigger than me.
Dear Maryjane, boys, daughter’s in law, grandchildren, siblings and family..
Our deepest condolences to you all. Rob was such a great guy. His laugh, his interest in others, his sense of humor, and his love for family was so evident.
A community man that will be greatly missed by all. You have our love, support and prayers.
Jim and Helen Reuter 💙
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Cherish the memories.
Maryjane and family,
Sending my deepest condolences to you all. May the wonderful memories you have of Rob give you comfort during this difficult time. He will always be close in your hearts!
Ann Bassett
Our deepest sympathy and condolences. Rob always gave me a laugh at the boy’s hockey games. Particularly in Ayr on a Friday night when he said to about 50 high schoolers in the stands “You don’t want me to come over there!” which I’m sure he would have had they not settled down. Our very best to you and the entire family during this time.
Ron, Liz, Lucas and Nathan Roscoe
So very sorry for your loss of a wonderful man, my thoughts are with you and the family.
I will miss his enthusiasm for the fun things .I played a lot of hockey with that old man.God bless him
Wayne and Muriel Anderson on September 24 at 4:49 pm
Maryjane and family. So sorry for your loss of one of the greatest guys in the world. Our hearts go out to you.
Wayne and Muriel Anderson
Maryjane, Darren, Elgin, Lyle and families
We were so shocked and saddened to hear about Rob. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope you can wrap yourselves with the memories of countless special moments and that they will give you comfort in the coming days.
Jim and Karen Chambers