LCdr (Retired) Robert George Howden CD passed away peacefully Monday, January 24th, 2022, in Ottawa Ontario in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Linda Howden (Tucker). He leaves behind his brother Harvey, and his loving children, David (Rosaleen) and Christine. He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren, Ryan, Andrew and Catherine.
Robert was predeceased by his parents Palmer Howden, Ruby Howden (Wilson) as well as his son Steven.
A private service for immediate family will take place at a future date with interment at the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Roger Neilson House would be appreciated.
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Debra Mayfield
George Braithwaite
Dear Linda; The news of Bob's passing is very sad and shocking. I say shocking because it seems impossible that he has left us. Our lives and careers diverged but we never forgot each other or the fun we had together.
Paul Leblanc
I sailed with Bob on board HMCS Annapolis in 1974. He was the ship's Operations Officer and the finest role model that a young naval officer could have.
Gary Hayes ETL#310
We lost a good person. R.I.P.
Darren Knight
Saddened by the news of Bob’s passing, Lucy and I offer our sincere condolences to Linda and family. It was an honour to have served with Bob, and a pleasure to have known him.
Jim Godefroy
Bob was always very generous with his time and knowledge, and he will be missed. My sympathies and condolences to your family; may he rest in peace.
Donald O'Leary
Hello Dave and family. Very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ted Parkinson
Dear Linda, Christine and David. It was very sad to hear about Bob's passing, after a long and full life. Many of his naval intelligence counterparts, colleagues and friends will miss his in-depth knowledge, professionalism and esprit de corps. Many us us too were mentored by Bob and always appreciated his mentorship and kindness. Fair winds and following seas for his final journey.
Ellis Family- Peterborough ;Kimberly [ Ellis] Westby
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Mom Jeanne [nee Marshall ], Ellis, dated Bob in the mid 1950's, and both families would meet up over the years, and have since lost contact. I remember Bob as kind and devoted to his family and his profession.
Linda, David, Christine and families: My sincere condolences on the passing of this wonderful man. Bob has always held a special place in my heart and I have always been grateful for his guidance and support during my time in DDI3. He was so proud of his family and I will miss my annual Christmas card which brought me up to speed as to the latest achievements and travels enjoyed. Fair winds and following seas .