BOB – Wilson Bert passed away surrounded by his loving family in the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital on July 1st, 2011 at the age of 80 years. Born on February 18th, 1931 in Deep Bay, BC. Pre-deceased by his wife Frances Joan on September 12th, 2005; sons, Reginald, Kevin, and Rocky. Survived by his loving family sons; Brian, Raymond, Philip, Charles (Veronica), and Richard; daughters, Karen, and Katie (Ken). Many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mr. Bob worked as a logger for MacMillan & Bloedel, was an ardent fisherman, band administrator for the Nanoose First Nations for many years, and latterly was the Treaty Chief Negotiator for the past 15 years. He was a loving and caring father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. His memory will be cherished in the hearts of all those lives he touched. Prayers were held on Sunday, July 3rd, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral service was held on Monday, July 4th, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. Interment in the Nanoose First Nations Cemetery.
