Peacefully and surrounded by family at his residence on Friday, August 13th, 2021, in his 77th year. Cherished husband of Rilla McRobb (née Whetham) for 57 years. Loving father of Danny (Annilene), Doug (Sherry), and Kevin (Amber). Dear grandfather of Rachael (Seth) Veenstra, Rebecca McRobb (Taylor Jantzi), Emma McRobb (Nick Pronk), Jenna (Tyler) O’Gorman, Jayde McRobb, Chaise McRobb, and Brooke McRobb. Beloved great-grandfather of Aurora, Henry, Cameron and Iris. Survived by his sisters Marion Officer and Sharon (Doug) Good and brother-in-law Harlen Whetham (Sharon Lett). Predeceased by his parents Clarence and Laura McRobb, in-laws Leonard and Velma Whetham, and brothers- and sisters-in-law Elwyn Officer, Diane Whetham and Linda (Don) Mayburry. Ross was a life-long farmer in the Mount Forest community. A devoted husband, father and grandfather. Ross was an enthusiastic and loyal fan at his grandchildren’s sporting events. Visitation was held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00pm. The funeral service was held at Mount Forest United Church, 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest, on Tuesday, August 17th, 2021 at 11:00am. To view a recording of the service, please visit: www.facebook.com/England-Funeral-Home-1863283503935858. Cremation followed and inurnment will be held at Mount Forest Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Ross are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services or the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation.
