Crombeen– Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia on Saturday July 10, 2021. Robert “Bob” Crombeen, age 87 years of Corunna. Beloved husband of 56 years to Geraldine (nee Gerrits). Loving father of Joan Steinsky and her husband George of Toronto, Frank Crombeen and his wife Sue of Toronto and Brenda Ross of Waterloo. Treasured grandfather of Kaitlyn and Sarah Crombeen and Jack and Heather Ross. Also surviving are his brothers, Al Crombeen and Ben Crombeen (Carol) and his sister, Margaret Trepanier (Harold). Bob was born in the Netherlands to the late Frank and Ema Crombeen. He was predeceased by his brothers, Emiel, Peter, Frank and Ted and by his sisters, Annie Vink, Julia Jongerius, Marie Ysebaert and Tillie Simmons. Bob was a longtime member of the Knight’s of Columbus and was Fourth Degree Knight. Friends will be received at the Knight Funeral Home, 588 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna on Wednesday July 14, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Due to current COVID restrictions, those who wish to attend must RSVP and select a time to attend using the link https://signup.com/login/entry/595489736017 A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Church, Corunna with Fr. Dan Vere celebrating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Corunna. Please note that masks/face coverings are mandatory along with social distancing. In lieu of flowers sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia. Messages and condolences may be left online at www.knightfuneralhome.ca Knight 519-862-2845
Robert “Bob” Crombeen
Visitation Information
Wednesday July 14, 2021 from 2-4 p.m.
Wednesday July 14, 2021 from 6-8 p.m.
Donations
St. Joseph's Hospice, Sarnia
Funeral Date
A private family Mass will be held.
25 thoughts on “Robert “Bob” Crombeen”
Sending our sincere sympathy and love to you all. Uncle Bob was a special man and will be missed by many.
Our Sympathy to the Crombeen Family for the loss of Bob. It is huge losing a Father, husband, and Grandfather. May he Rest In Peace after a long illness. Sending our love to Geri, Frank & Sue, Joan & George, Brenda, Kaitlyn, Sarah, Heather & Jack.
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Bob was a great friend and fellow bowler.
Very sorry for your loss.
Condolences, I am so sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear about the passing of a wonderful man. Sincere condolences to my best friend Joan, her siblings Frank and Brenda and to their Mom Gerry and their entire extended family. He was a strong man and a wonderful father. He is at peace. Sending all our love 💕 Jennifer, Victoria & Adrian Mazzarolo
When the Lord calls a loved one home, He leaves a gift of memories. May all the special memories bring a smile to your face as well as help you find peace and comfort at this difficult time of loss. Sincere sympathy to Geraldine , children Joan, Frank and Brenda, and to all the Crombeen family.
Deep condolences from the Chevalier family. Thinking of you all -Joan, Frank, Mrs. Crombeen and especially Brenda during this difficult time. I was blessed to have had Mr. Crombeen as a pretty steady presence in my childhood and have many wonderful memories. God bless you all as you say your final good byes ❤️. He was a wonderful man.
Deep condolences to Aunt Geraldine, Brenda, Frank, Joan and families. My Mom loved having a coffee and her muffins with them both. Cherish all the memories, they will carry you through and bring smiles for you. Sending love, Patsy.
Our deepest sympathies to Aunt Geraldine, Brenda, Joan, Frank and your families from the Vink family: Francis, Cyndi, Bob, Bonnie, Will, and Anne Marie.
Sincere condolences to you all, Aunt Geraldine, Joan, Frank, Brenda and families. Some of my fondest memories of Uncle Bob were as a kid growing up on the farm. I will always remember them.
Love to you all
Janice ❤
Sincere condolences for your loss.
My family and I are saddened to hear of the loss of your father and husband. Thinking of you Brenda, Joan, Frank and Mrs. Crombeen.
Our deepest condolences to Aunt Geraldine, Frank, Joan, and Brenda and your families. Our family extends our heartfelt sympathies. Beautiful memories of Uncle Bob throughout our childhood will forever be a part of who we are today.
– love from Nellie, Wayne, Cathy, Pete, Joe, Bob, Nancy
Thinking of you and saying for a prayer for Bob…. We can tell he was a great man based on our friendship with his amazing son. He has left a wonderful legacy in his family and I am confident that would have given him pride and joy in his final years. Blessings to all, Shannon, David, Gemma, Anna and Jacob – the Postill clan
Geraldine & family: I have long ago memories of Bob being such a quiet “gentleman”. He was always kind to me. A hard-working guy who was well respected. Sincerest condolences to you……
Marie (Snauwaert) Kemmis
To the Crombeen and Gerrits families,
So sorry to read about the passing of Bob. I always enjoyed talking to him when he picked up audiobooks for Geraldine at Corunna Library and when I took communion to Geraldine. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. May pleasant memories bring you peace.
Cathy (and Michael) Martin
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincere condolences to our dear friend Joan and her family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Michelle & Rick
We send our deepest condolences to Aunt Geraldine, Joan, Frank and Brenda. He will be saddly missed. We are all very sorry to hear of his passing. Love Marc , Tracey and Hudson
Our condolences to Geraldine and family for your loss.
Diane and Richard Lunn
Geraldine & Family: We’re thinking of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Gilbert & Ricki
Our condolences to aunt Geraldine, Joan, Frank, and Brenda on the passing of Uncle Bob. May you find comfort in the many memories of kind, gentle man Bob was.
Mike & Janice
Our sympathies to your family………we always enjoyed hearing Uncle Bob’s big laugh!
Brian, Elaine, Matthew, Emma, Charlotte, Jacob
Dear Aunt Geraldine,Joan,Frank,Brenda and Families.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Bob. He (and your mom) always took the time to visit my Mom whenever they could. She loved their visits. May your memories give you comfort during this difficult time. Hugs to all.
Irene and Dennis Payne
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. A true gentleman and a good friend to our family. May he rest in eternal peace. Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family.