Obituary of Robert Dawson

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert John (Jack) Dawson in Strathroy, Ontario on Sunday May 27, 2007 in his 92nd year. Jack was born in Ogema Saskatchewan and is the beloved son of the late Ernest & Ida Dawson, born December 17, 1915. Beloved husband and true soul mate of Jean (Crawford) for 63 years on May 17, 2007. Much loved and cherished father of Douglas & Pat (Kerwood), Thomas (Strathroy), Anna & Bob (Glencoe), and Betty Jean (Newbury). Adored by his grandchildren Kathy & Jeff, Donna & Corey, George & Sandy, Jennifer & Jay, May & Kerry, Michael & Mel, Craig & April and Jeanette & Pete, 16 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Loved brother of Harold & Esther (Oliver B.C), Betty Griffith (St. Thomas) and predeceased by brothers William, Ernest, Wallace, brother in laws William, Richard & Duncan and sister in law Alma Crawford. Jack will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews. Jack is resting at Denning Bros. Funeral Home, 32 Metcalfe St. W, Strathroy, on Thursday, May 31st from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, June 1, 2007 at 2 p.m. Interment to follow in Strathroy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honour Jack's memory are asked to consider the Canadian Cancer Society or the Strathmere Lodge Auxiliary.