Robert "Bob" Harrison

Robert (Bob) Harrison

On Sunday, October 27^th, 2024, Bob Harrison passed away peacefully in BC’s Abbotsford Hospital, at the age of 77, with his wife Trudy and family by his side. 

Bob will always be lovingly remembered by his wife, Trudy, his siblings, and his three children and four grandchildren.  Bob was born in North Vancouver, the oldest son in a family of five children. He was a North Vancouver boy through and through.  He played and refereed soccer into the senior leagues throughout his life.

Bob worked for the City of North Vancouver, then on a lumber green chain before joining the North Vancouver District Fire Dept. in 1970.  In his 30 year firefighting career, Bob was respected as a firefighter and officer, retiring as a Training Captain.  He was a team player who participated in all department sport team events and charity work.  He loved being part of the firefighter brotherhood. 

In 1993, Bob reconnected with Trudy and they spent 31 amazing, loving years together, enjoying family, travel, charity work, and their cabin life on Pender Island. 

Since 1995, Bob suffered and heroically survived several bouts of three different firefighter - associated cancers and PTSD.  He did not allow the ravages of these diseases to define him nor defeat him.  Bob always had a beautiful smile and unique warmth for everyone. 

Bob’s journey touched the lives of many, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of strength and resilience.  His unwavering spirit in the face of adversity was an inspiration to all.  His unconditional love for his children, grandchildren and Trudy enabled him to rise above personal trauma.

Bob will be forever remembered for his extraordinary kindness, compassion, mentorship and the positive impact he had on everyone fortunate enough to have known him. 

In the true and beautiful firefighter spirit, Bob fulfilled his life duty in giving the best of himself and saving lives. “ All gave some, and some gave all”, as did Bob….May he rest in peace and may his legacy live on forever. 

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