Robert Louis Sylvester
It is with great sadness we have to say goodbye to our beloved Bob (Bobpa) Sylvester.
Predeceased by his parents, Louis Sylvester and Angeline (Muryes) and his brother William (Bill) Sylvester, Bob is survived by Janice Schuller, his long-time wife, step daughter Ilia (Tyler) Makahnouk, granddaughter and apple of his eye, Lily Makahnouk, sister-in-law Jo-Anne Sylvester, niece Nicole (John)Foss, nephew Kris (Laura) Sylvester as well as many great nieces and great nephews.
In Bob's 72 years of life, he had many great adventures with all the friends he has made along the way, as well as his loving wife Janice of 25 years. After 34 years with Canada Post, Bob decided to retire and enjoy life. Bob's love for music was something that can't even be described. He would receive calls in the middle of the night asking about music because everyone knew that if anyone knew the answer, it would be Bob. Just as with music he was just as passionate about sports, there wasn't a question he couldn't answer.
Bob was a very social person whether through the post office, Jazz Society, numerous music festivals or his canoe club. Loved by many, Bob will be missed by his family and community.
Bob will go out with a party! A Celebration of Bob’s Life will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at Ritchie Hall, 7727 98 Street NW, Edmonton, AB from 4:00 pm–8:00 pm.
"The Day the Music Died"
Our Deepest condolences to You Janice & the Family. You had one wonderful man to call your own. Your Heart will be empty for along time but Bobby will always be there with ever beat your Heart makes 💙💚
He will be deeply sadly missed by All & the the great tunes 🎶 Good times ❤️
We Love You Bob 🫶
Forever in our Hearts💕 Kim, Chris & Joey & Rocky🐾
Janice and family,
I am saddened by the recent news of Bob’s passing. Along with the many Kelowna folk that Bob had been introduced to, through our good buddy Greg. I am sure their souls are united, reminiscing and partying in spirit.
Bob was unforgettable. An honour to have met. A kind and caring man. Always loved a story to tell or listen to. And never turned down a challenge.
May you cherish and remember all the good times Bob gave us all. Rest in peace Bob!
Paula Thorburn
My sympathies to Janice and all of Bob’s family — gone too soon. I will raise a glass to our long time friend with great memories of music, softball behind McNally about 50 years ago (beer keg along the third base line),and many mutual friends.
Salud, amigo!
Bill Howard
So sorry for your loss Janice. It’s hard to say goodbye to someone you loved and has been by your side for so many years.
I was saddens to hear of Bob’s passing. He was always such a Friendly and Chill guy hanging around the docks at Canada Post. It was our pleasure to have known him.
Our Condolences.
So sad to hear this news…you are definitely missed by all who knew you from your time with us at Canada Post! Condolences to your family and may you rest in peace til we meet again our friend…
I met Bob in the early ‘70s. He was part of a group of friends that changed my life for the better. This group of friends is still around today and Bob’s passing is a giant loss to us all.
Bob was unique. He moved slowly and deliberately; many of us teased Bob about this quality. Bob shared in the joke. Bob was self-aware and comfortable with whom he was. I was often frustrated by this but once I realized “you can’t push the river” it became easy to love Bob for who he is. Bob was always able to love people for who they are. Bob had a wide circle of friends; stemming from shared interests like the canoe club, the Edmonton music scene, cannabis (we never called it that), partying with friends and family, the bar scene (back when we were younger and it was worthwhile), strange, strange road trips to BC, folk festivals… and on and on. Bob was my go-to source for staying in the know about that fine group of friends from my formative years. Bob and I talked for hours about who, what, where, when, and, of course, the why. The why was our favorite part; a drink, a toke, a backgammon board and a little philosophy. Afterwards we’d have a renewed understanding of our friends and our respective journeys. Bob’s openness and generosity allowed me to hold onto friendships through his broad connections and intimate knowledge. Bob made my life more interesting and fulfilling and more fun, fun, fun. Bob now joins the others of us who died too soon. We will all be together again one day; that’s life’s only certainty. Until then I will remember Bob fondly, lovingly, and of course, slowly. No need to get up Bob; let me get that for you. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Hello to Bobs family and friends.
At the end of November last year I had the urge to call Bob about the grey cup and reminisce about our jock mutual friends. That’s what was so great about Bobs friendship it could be months or years between chatting but always was warm and friendly. During a difficult time in my life Bob invited me and my children on a canoe trip with the Edmonton canoe club in early 90s. My oldest daughter still remembers that trip and inspired her to join a group when she was older to do a fact finding mission on the Athabasca river about the health of that river. Thank you Bob for being a great mensch. Aufviedersehn my friend. From Thorsby Sue.