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Obituary

ROBERT EDWARD "BOB" PERCIVAL

May 23, 2022

Robert “Bob” Edward Percival, formerly of Kincardine, died peacefully, after a lengthy illness, at Huronlea Home for the Aged in Brussels, Monday, May 23, 2022, in his 87th year. Cherished husband of the late Marguerite “Margie” Percival (née Arnold) (2019). Loving father of Heather Percival of Seaforth, David (Dianne) Percival of Nova Scotia, and Valerie Percival (Shawn Barber) of Ottawa. Missed by his grandchildren, Craig Perkes, Stuart Perkes, Lauren Percival, Owen Barber and Theo Barber. Fondly remembered by his brother, William “Bill” Percival; sister, Helen (John) Beynon; brother-in-law, George (Marion) Arnold; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Walter and Nellie (née Purkis) Percival; son-in-law, Doug Perkes; and sisters-in-law, Patricia Percival (2005) and Beverley Woods-Percival (2019). Bob will be remembered for his ability to fix anything, his love of singing with the Kincardine Community Singers, and the apples from his orchard. He is now back in the arms of his beloved Margie. Visitation will be held at the Davey-Linklater Funeral Home, Kincardine, Friday, May 27, 2022, from 7-9 p.m., and Saturday, May 28, 2022, from 1:30-2:30 p.m., followed by the memorial service honouring Bob life’s at 3 p.m., with Rev. Mary Farmer officiating. Final resting place, Kincardine Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Alzheimer Society of Huron County or the Salvation Army, would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.