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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
EVELEIGH, Robert Peter Oakley (Bob) - Dad passed away suddenly but peacefully on Sunday, August 2, 2026.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Ann, his daughter Elizabeth, son Bob (Mona Jean), and daughter Joanne; granddaughters Julianne (Scott, granddog Luna), and Jessica (Hayward). Also a sister (Ann) and family in Seattle, Washington.
Dad led an amazing life, then spent 35 years in a great retirement travelling with his wife Ann, making jewellery, woodcarving, and collecting stamps.
We love you, Dad. (The Victoria Times Colonist 07 Aug 2026)
Ships served in: HMS DOLPHIN - Served in DOLPHIN as an AB under training 19 Jun 1957 - 02 Oct 1957 HMS TACTICIAN - Served in TACTICIAN as an ABTD1 03 Oct 1957 - 20 Oct 1957 HMS TRESPASSER - Served in TRESPASSER as an ABTD1 21 Oct 1957 - 03 Mar 1958 HMS PORPOISE - Served in PORPOISE an an AB/LS 04 Mar 1958 - 22 Mar 1961 for 2's course HMS DOLPHIN - Served in DOLPHIN for training 22 Mar 1961 - 13 Mar 1962 HMS CACHELOT - Served in CACHELOT as a LS 13 Mar 1962 - 31 May 1962 HMS TOKEN - Served in TOKEN as a LS 2nd Coxn 01 Jun 1962 - 30 Nov 1964 * Returned to RCN 19 Dec 1964 HMCS RAINBOW - Served in RAINBOW as a PO2/PO1 Jun 1970 - Dec 1974 HMCS GATINEAU - Served in GATINEAU in 1983 as the Ship's Training Chief
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