Robert Henkel

Henkel, Robert

Robert (Rob, Bob, Grouch) passed away October 11, 2019 at age 68.  Loving husband and best friend of Karen Thoms.  Predeceased by father Fred Henkel.  Survived by mother Grace Henkel and sister Karen Elizabeth Henkel, both whom he dearly loved.  Cremation has taken place. Interment will be in London, Ont., at a later date with family.  Bob was a devoted Aikido enthusiast with 38 years of practice achieving his black belt.  He always enjoyed camping and kayaking adventures with his buddies.  Bob was a passionate foodie who had fun as "Chef Bob" cooking creative dishes in his kitchen.  He enjoyed lunches with the "Old Farts Group"  the "WG19 Group" and the "RF Cuzzins" while savouring his favourite Guinness.  He also liked to work in his yard and chat with passing neighbours. He will be missed and we will continue to love Bob the fun and witty, caring person who was incredibly brave and strong.  He will be remembered as an adventurer, a reader, and a thinker as well as a friend, cousin, brother, son, and husband.

Donations can be made in memory of Bob to the Ottawa Food Bank or the Ottawa Humane Society.