Bob Speller

So sorry to hear this very sad news about Bob. You are all in our thoughts, Sue and Dan

Our condolences to Joan and the family. May Bob rest in peace...we had many good memories. George and Valerie

Our condolences to Bob's family. We were a "neighbor" of Bob's for many years and I got to know him well from my place of employment. May he rest in peace.

Our condolences to Bob's family. We were a "neighbor" of Bob's for many years and I got to know him well from my place of employment. May he rest in peace.

Dear Joan and Family,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Bob and I have been reflecting on the friendship we shared
being together during our many years in Parliament.
Bob will be sorely missed.
Hugs,
Bob and Lane

So sad to hear of Bob's passing, far too soon. Growing up as neighbours, I have great memories of him have - he will always be "Bobby" to me. My sincere condolences to his wife and family, and to Doris, David and Brian. Godspeed, Bobby.

My condolences and prayers for Bob’s family. Bob was a friend from Hagersville Secondary School. We graduated in 1975. He was always a good soul and I am sad to know he has passed on.

We had so many good times with Bob over the years, both in Ottawa and while campaigning in Haldimand-Norfolk. He will be greatly missed. "Virtual hugs and prayers" to Joan, Christopher, Victoria and Doris and all his family.

Dear Joan and Family, please know that we are thinking of you all at this time.
Bob was a TRUE GENTLEMAN and consider a friend. We have memories that we will always cherish.
Please take care and hang on to your good times.
Rick and Rose Travale.

Dear Joan and Family, please know that we are thinking of you all at this time.
Bob was a TRUE GENTLEMAN and consider a friend. We have memories that we will always cherish.
Please take care and hang on to your good times.
Rick and Rose Travale.

Joan, Christopher, Victoria
My sincere sympathies to you and to Doris and Bob's brothers. There are so many good memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

So sad to hear the news of Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful friend and colleague for almost 40 years. Bob was such a loving father, son and family man and his second love was his riding. He cared so much for others and when he was in your court, you had a winner! Bob, you are truly loved and missed by all. Rest In Peace.

I remember cousin Bob telling me, when we were at a family gathering, that he was off to university.
I asked him why he wanted to be a politition and he told me he wanted to be the federal Minister of Agriculture.
He was a determined man who had a wonderful personality. Our thoughts and prayers are with David and Brian
and Aunt Doris And Joan, Christopher and Victoria.

It is with sadness that we heard of Bob's passing. Our primary connection with Bob was through his political office. We counted him as one of the "Statesmen" of political representation, where principle and people were his top priorities. May God grant peace and blessings to Joan and the family as they mourn his loss, but with the good memories of the significant difference his made in the lives of the people he represented.

Just learned of Bob's passing and are very saddened by his untimely death. He was a good friend and we followed with
much interest his amazing career from the day that he announced his intention to enter the political arena from our
home on Caithness St E. to his winning and ultimate appointment as Minister of Agriculture.

Several of us who worked for Bob in Ottawa were recently remembering the good times we all shared with Bob leading the country as minister through some of the worst agriculture crises of the day (avian influenza, BSE). Bob made the tough decisions that needed to be made to defend Canadian farmers and their families, and throughout it all, he was friendly, approachable, down to earth and did what he believed was right. It wasn’t easy and he fought hard for his riding, particularly tooth and nail for the support he secured for the region’s tobacco growers. Despite his sometime unpopular political battles, he was highly respected and liked in Ottawa circles. I am grateful to him for giving me an opportunity to learn about Canadian politics, support him as minister and MP for Haldimand-Norfolk, and most importantly become his friend. We will all miss him. On behalf of his ministerial staff in Ottawa, our sincere condolences to Joan and his family.

To Joan and Family please accept our sincerest condolences for the loss of Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May Bob rest in peace.

I am saddened to hear of the passing of Bob Speller. I remember our time on Parliament Hill. He was always a friend to everyone especially those of us who needed his friendly advice and mentorship. He served with commitment and integrity and has left his mark on the political landscape. Rest In Peace my friend ! Condolence to Joan and family.

I am so sorry to hear of the illness and death of Bob Speller. He was one of the greatest elected supporters
of initiation of the Hagersville Secondary School Student Crime Stoppers Program at Hagersville Secondary School in 1993.
We all know the positive and significant impact that program has made on the career choices of HSS graduates including the late
Sgt. Andrew Harnett. Thanks Bob for your strong voice on behalf of Haldimand and especially Hagersville. You are missed but never forgotten.

Janice Schweder
HSS Student Crimestoppers
Teacher Coordinator
1993 - 2010

I was Linda Cowen then when Bob and I made our way through high school. He was a year younger than me but I knew him well. I also worked with Doris, his mother at Sprucedale Youth Centre. A wonderful woman. I was so proud when I could say I knew a member of parliament personally and wished him well throughout his difficult choices with the mad cow disease. My sincere condolences to his family. This is a sad time.

My condolences to the Speller family. To Doris (always Mrs. Speller to me), Dave and Brian, my backyard neighbours growing up, Bob will be missed. Sorry I can't make the visitation but my health will keep me at a distance but will still be there with you all in spirit. My love to you all.

Reaching out to the entire family with sincere sympathy and prayers during this time of loss. To me he was Bobby and Doris was Mrs. Speller. I was proud to have seen the terrific impact he made on so many people in every walk of life.
May all of his memories help to ease your broken hearts.
Heaven has gained another angel.
Rest In Peace from a life well lived.

Bob Speller's Family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of a dear family member.
At this Christmas time, may you cherish the memories of Christmas's past, and let the light of that shining star wrap you in warmth, as it guides you on the way.
Thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
George, Margaret & Greg Saunders

Joan, Christopher and Victoria,

My sincere condolences on the loss of Bob. I was so fortunate to have spent many years working for him, campaigning with him and being able to call him my friend. He truly instilled in me my love of politics. I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts are with you all.

Love,

Kim, David, Finlay and Sullivan

Our sincere sympathy to Joan, Christopher and Victoria. Bob was an amazing man and a true friend. He was wise and kind and always a gentleman. Gloria could not have had a better boss. Thank you, Bob and RIP. You will always be remembered.

Love from our family.

Our thoughts are with the family at the sad news of Bob's passing. Whenever we would meet he always took the time to talk and catch up on things. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in Peace Bob.

So sorry for your loss We we’re walking on Parliament hill years ago when Bob called out to us and said you are from Jarvis we said yes he said are you touring the building we said we were going to but they are booked up he said no problem join us he was taking a class from Hagersville a memory we will always Treasure a true Gentleman R I P Bob you will be missed Ron and Deb Smith

So sorry for your loss Joan (and family).

Speller Family,

I was very sorry to learn of Bob’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Bob was a good colleague in the House, and was a good public servant of Canada.

May he now RIP.

Sergio Marchi

So shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's death. We were friends in high school and he was always so friendly and kind. Praying for comfort for you as you grieve his loss and find a new way forward. I've been a widow for 15 years so I understand the challenges that you will face. My heart goes out to you, Joan. But you will find your way!

We always enjoyed visiting with you and Bob during Karen's Pumpkinfest festivities. Our sympathy to the Speller family.

Joan, Christopher and Victoria:
Please accept my sincere condolences on Bob's passing. He was truly committed to the riding and the people of Canada, and he was a true gentleman in all respects. You should be so very proud of his career and all that he accomplished.

Joan, sorry for your loss. Condolences to the family at this time. We will miss Bob my buddy, when we go back to China. He was a great help with GRE and China relationships. I will miss him as a dear friend.

My condolences to you and your family on the passing of Minister Speller. As a senior public servant I had the opportunity to work with many Ministers. Minister Speller was a true Parliamentarian who taught me a lot about serving one’s country. As his deputy minister, I saw him fight for his constituents and work tirelessly to make a difference.
He will be missed. He made a big difference in my life. I truly believe that he alone because of his skill at listening and negotiations was responsible for concluding one of the most significant policy reforms in agriculture…the agriculture policy framework (APF) which exists till today!
Sincerely

We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Sending our love to Doris, David and Brian and to Joan, Christopher and Victoria Rest easy Bob !

So Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Bob was a great member of parliament and did a great job for the people of Haldimand Norfolk. He will be missed.

So Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Bob was a great member of parliament and did a great job for the people of Haldimand Norfolk. He will be missed.

My deepest condolences to the entire Speller family on the loss of Bob. He always ranked his communty and area with much passion over the years and was always the true gentleman every time anyone was to contact him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. God bless you all. RIP Bob.

Darrell Gamble
Edmonton- AB (formerly from Waterford ON)

Shirley and I were saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Our sympathies to Joan, Christopher, and Victoria. I have many pleasant memories of our discussions on many topics. I will miss those times together at A.J.'s cottage where we told many stories of the big fish that got away.

Bob, was a very good friend starting from our early public school days. We delivered newspapers together, were in Cubs and Scouts together and, later in life, I got involved with federal politics with Bob. I remember attending party conventions and meeting many MPs... fondest memory was meeting John Turner when he won the party nomination. Thanks Bob for the memories.

Bob, was a very good friend starting from our early public school days. We delivered newspapers together, were in Cubs and Scouts together and, later in life, I got involved with federal politics with Bob. I remember attending party conventions and meeting many MPs... fondest memory was meeting John Turner when he won the party nomination. Thanks Bob for the memories.

Joan and family, I am truly saddened by the passing of Bob, not only was he a great boss when I worked at the constituency office but he taught me so much more about what it meant to truly represent your community in government. Bob taught me to listen to the people as everyone had a story to tell and that is how you could make a difference. Working for him was a gift I will never forget as it started me on my path to where I am today in my career. I always thought of Bob as a second dad and he gave me so many opportunities to learn and he always listened to what I had to say. I will truly miss him and cherish all the good times we had. My parents Curtis and Sharon Hansford pass on their condolences as knowing Bob for over 30 years they were very sad to here of his passing as well. May Bob Rest In Peace with a new pair of running shoes.

Our sincere condolences on the passing of Bob. Bob was always a great friend to our family. His kindness and friendship will be greatly missed.
Love, Rob & Patty

Our sincerest condolences to the Speller family.
We remember Bob when he was just one of us from Hagersville, filled with care free days.
We were saddened to learn of Bob's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Speller family.

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my friend Bob Speller. A citizen of Canada and a friend to the agricultural community for so many years. His voice will always be in my head as one of reason and friendship. All the best to his family and friends. Jack and Krista.

My sincere condolences for your loss. I knew Bob during my time working in Ottawa. Bob was truly dedicated to his constituents, working tirelessly in their behalf. He was passionate about agriculture and wanted farmers to be heard on Parliament Hill. He was also a gentleman.

My condolences to the Speller family. Very sorry to learn of
Bob's passing. I knew him from his years at Bethune College at York University. Part of that "Hagersville Contingent" as I remember those from that area at York. Always politically minded, I wasn't surprised to see his success as an MP and cabinet minister. He will be missed.

Joan and Family, Our heartfelt sympathies in the loss of Bob. May you cherish the memories. Bob was always ready for a discussion on current events past or present with Garry anytime he met Garry whether it be in Villa Nova, Waterford or at the dealership in Simcoe.

So sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. He will be remembered for his ever present smile and the kind words he always had to share. He will truly be missed and I send my condolences to Joan and all the family.

So sorry to learn of Bob's passing. I knew him as an MP in Ottawa for several years and he was always approachable and interested in what you were saying. He was also very good to his staff and had many friends on the Hill.

My condolences to Joan and family.