Durante, Robert Louie passed away peacefully on August 16, 2018 at the age of 81 with Donna, his loving wife of 52 years, at his side. Bob is also survived by his brother Joe (Ruth - dec’d) and sister Mary Maddalozzo (Bob), four sons Damian (Anne), Lawrence (Michelle), Bruce (Ellie) and Leonard (Elise), and nine grandchildren. The youngest child of Italian immigrants Fantino and Elizabeth, he is also pre-deceased by his brother Ernest. As proud as he was of his accomplishments as a tenacious defenseman during his soccer days and as a forecaster during his working career at BC Tel, these achievements paled in comparison to the pride and joy he felt as an ever-devoted husband, father and family man, constantly guided by his unyielding faith in God. Ever selfless, he was never absent or unavailable, and always ready with a captivating story to tell (even if you heard it a hundred times before). Be it ‘Dad’, ‘Nono’, or ‘Beb’, Bob will be missed and fondly remembered by all who were lucky enough to be graced by his love. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Michael’s Parish (9387 Holmes St., Burnaby) on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 10:30 a.m., with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada or the Knights of Columbus. Condolences for the family may be left at www.kearneyfs.com