It is with heavy hearts that the family announces his sudden passing on Monday, September 16, 2024, at the age of 68. Son of the late Theodore Proulx and Marguerite Proulx (born Grenier). Beloved husband of 45 years to Gisele Proulx (born Levac). Loving father of Eric (Amira) and Isabelle (Nathan). Beloved Grandpa “Bobbie” to Eva. Beloved son-in-law to Fernand Levac (late Jacqueline). Dear brother of André Proulx (Lyne), Michèle Proulx, and JoAnne Proulx (Jean). Dear brother-in-law of Rhéa Levac (late Jean-Guy), Pierre Levac (Monique), Colette Mathieu (late Norman) and Yvon Levac (Sylvie). Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Bob was well known and respected for his work in the group health benefits field in which he excelled for 39 years. When he retired from the Cowan Insurance Group, he started a small business, Proulx Benefit Consulting Inc., and enjoyed working on a part-time basis with several clients.
He was a passionate fisherman and truly valued his time spent on the water and in the great outdoors. Also an avid golfer, he loved to be on the golf course and truly enjoyed the social aspect of the game. Bob loved to relax in his “oasis” backyard where he spent many evenings sitting on his deck, enjoying a good cigar and a scotch.
He cherished and loved his family dearly. He was always there to lend a helping hand whether it be his family, friends or neighbours. He was very handy at fixing practically anything.
Above all, his most treasured moments were those shared with family and friends. Bob, your absence leaves a huge void that cannot be filled and your spirit will forever resonate with us all. We will carry your love in our hearts forever. Until we meet again!
Family and friends are invited to the Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, for visitation from 9:00am to 10:00am and for the funeral ceremony from 10:00am to 11:00am. A reception will follow.
May your expressions of condolences be translated into donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
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Betty and Tony
Yves et Catherine Lacroix
Chère Gisèle,
Nous avons été très bouleversés lorsque nous avons appris que Bob nous avait quitté.
Bob a été un pionnier de notre industrie à tant de niveaux... Il avait une créativité sans pareille pour trouver des solutions qu’il disait simples, à des problèmes complexes.
Son enthousiasme ainsi que son sourire contagieux resteront gravés dans nos cœurs à jamais.
Nos plus sincères condoléances à toi et ta famille.
Pierre Gougeon
Je tiens a offrir mes plus sincères condoléances à Gisèle, Isabelle et Eric ainsi qu'à tout les membres des familles Proulx et Levac. Bob fut un grand ami depuis toujours, je garderais en mémoire toutes les histoires et souvenirs partager ensembles.Bon courage durant ces moments difficiles. Sachez que je suis toujours la pour vous. There are fiends in life...and there are friends for life. RIP Bob, you will be missed bud.
Pierre-Etienne Tremblay
I offer my condoleances to Bob's family, friends and colleagues from Cowan. I had the pleasure of working with Bob while I was at Express Scripts, and I keep amazing memories of him. Not only was he a great business man, but he cared deeply about the the humans he was dealing with. Bon courage à la famille dans ces moments difficiles et je vous envoi des ondes positives.
Julie & Denis Chateauvert
Dear Gisele and family
Denis and I are so sad to hear of the sudden passing of Bob ! We share your pain and send our most sincere condolences to all of you.
He was a great guy with such a beautiful personality and awesome enthusiasm
He will be well remembered by all
Sophie Dazé
My deepest condolences to the whole family.
Lisanne Latulippe-Michel
Merci Robert pour tout ce que tu nous as donné, ton sourire, ta générosité, ton énergie positive et tous les plaisirs. Nous te garderons dans notre cœur avec toute ta famille! Lisanne et Roger
Bob was a kind-hearted man with a tremendous ability to put people at ease; he loved to chat and was knowledgeable on many topics. He had a great sense of humour and appreciated hard work. Our condolences to Gisele, Eric and Isabelle at this very sad time.