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Pioneer Cemetery
Cold Springs
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It is with great sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Robert (Boomer) Marshall Turland at The Bridge Hospice in Warkworth, Ontario on 22 October 2024; at the age of 59, with his family at his side.
Robert leaves behind his wife Lesley; his children Riley Turland and Rebecca Barlow, both of Peterborough; stepchildren; Alicia (Cory) Maracle of Shannonville, ON and Andrew (Rachel) Urquhart of Plainfield, ON. Rob was the most loving Papa to his grandchildren Hunter and Harlee Maracle. He was predeceased by his parents William and Delores, as well as his older brother Bernie. Rob is dearly loved by his brothers Chris (Julie) of Toronto; Shawn (Mary) of Cobourg; sister Angie Turland of Cobourg; and Linda Bambridge-Turland (Bernie); Robert is loved by all his nieces, nephews and friends.
Robert served 32 years with the Canadian Armed Forces (3RCR) - Royal Canadian Regiment. Rob was a proud and professional Royal. PRO PATRIA!
Rob’s most loved passion was playing goalie in Hockey both in his military career and in his personal life. Rob was always pursued by many teams as they saw greatness in him.
Our family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the excellence of care, the professionalism, and the loving hospitality we received from the incredible team at The Bridge Hospice.
A viewing will be at MacCoubrey Funeral Home 30 King Street East in Cobourg, Ontario on Sunday Nov. 3rd from 12 pm – 2 pm followed by an interment on Wednesday Nov. 6th at 1 pm at Pioneer Cemetery in Cold Springs, ON.
I had the pleasure of working with Rob in Trenton , a solid professional would be an under estimating what he brought to many people’s lives . I enjoyed every single day that I spent training with this man , he brought laughter and a touch of reality which grounded us all in the training department , I do know that looking down on us he has our backs. Rest in piece brother I will not forget , Brian Gonyou
To Riley, Rebecca and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I was not a hocky player but I would always hear about the great goaltending of Boomer Turland. Thinking of you at this time. With my deepest sympathy.
Late hearing this. Very sorry to hear about Boomer. On behalf of the Smith family, I want to send our love and condolences to our friends and the Turland family in Cobourg. We have been away for a long time but don't forget who made our town great.
My sincere condolences to Rob's family and friends. I had the pleasure of playing both fastball and hockey in Petawawa and Trenton with one of the kindest gentlemen in the CAF. Gone way too young. Stand down brother, your watch is over.
So fine a person. So good a soul. Lest we forget. With deep sympathy. The Wilmer family
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Bridge Hospice
Shawn & Mary I am very sorry to hear of Boomer’s passing. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
very sad to hear ...my condolences to the Turland family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Cobourg and District Sports Hall of Fame
Our deepest condolences to the whole Turland family, so sad to hear of Boomer's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to the whole family at this sad time. xo
Rest in peace Boomer Thank you so much for your service
Thinking of all of you at this sad time…
To the Turland family, so sorry to hear about Boomer, at least he will be through suffering.
Sincere sympathy in the passing of Boomer. Thinking of you all. Kathy (Beedham) Lackey
Sorry to hear of Boomer's passing, remembering days gone by, may he rest in peace.
Shawn, Mary & Turland families...sending our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear brother and uncle. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Joanne and I would like to express our deepest condolences to the Turland family at this difficult time.
I had the distinct pleasure to serve with Rob in Germany, Croatia, Bosnia and for many years in Trenton. Rob was a good soldier but more importantly he was a great person. He passed away far to soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with Robs Family during this very difficult time. Dave and Conny.
My condolences to the Turland family on your loss. Thank you for your service, soldier.
My deepest condolences to the Turland family and to Rob’s wife, children & grandchildren. Rob was loved by so many people and is already greatly missed. Rest in Peace Rob!!
Shawn, Mary, Angie and the Turland Family, our sincere condolences on the passing of your brother Rob (Boomer). May he rest in peace. Mary and Don.
I served with Rob in the early days of his career in the CAF, at Petewawa and later in Gagetown. He was an outstanding soldier, athlete and kind person. I am saddened to learn of his passing at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers are with Rob's family, relatives and his many close brothers in arms. Pro Patria Dave Salhany Wageningen, The Netherlands
Thank you for your service Stand Easy
May I extend my deepest condolences to Lesley and all of Rob's extended family and friends. I have great memories of working with Rob, Dave Chalmers, and Butch Whelan at 8 Wing Trenton, but they will pale in comparison with yours of a lifetime. My prayers surround you all at this very difficult time. Requiescat In Pace, Rob. ??
Our condolences to all of the Turland families. Blessed be
Condolences to all Robs family & friends. Boomer was a good guy & a very good athlete & teammate to many. I recall he liked to leave the crease & start a counter attack play up ice. He also enjoyed sharing his postgame analysis of the game just played. RIP Boomer !
Saddened to hear of Rob's illness. Heartfelt condolences to the Turland family. Sally & Mrs. McKay
Deepest condolences to the entire Turland family, RIP Soldier never forgotten.
Thinking of all of you during this time of sadness. RIP Boomer
Theresa and I would like to send our condolences to the Turland families, may he rest in peace.
My Condolences to the Turland family on your loss of a great guy. Boomer, lots of fun memories from school days and having lunch at your house and running back to school. You will be missed big time my friend R.I.P
My condolences go out to the turland family
RIP Boomer ……lotsa fond memories and good times …….gone way too soon Deepest condolences to the families
Condolences to the family and friends of Boomer. Aunt Arna and Uncle Roly Campbell
Deepest condolences to the Turland families
Shawn and family...Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Boomer.Many fond memories from hockey of the early 80"s...Thank-you Rob for Your service to our country.
Deepest condolences to the Turland families ~ Robert will be greatly missed by many! RIP Boomer ❤️
Although we hadn't spoke in years, you were a huge part of my life. You did not deserve to leave so soon, or the suffering that you endured. Thank you for Rebecca & Riley, and the time we shared. Thank you for 32 years of service. Rest peacefully Rob.
My condolences to the entire Turland family. Hold tight to all of your memories and may those memories help you through these difficult times. I have fond memories myself growing up with Boomer and playing sports with him during our youth. Not only was he a great goalie but he was an exceptional ball player as well. He sure could knock them out of the park at the old Victoria Park ball diamond. I looked up to Rob as a kid and I have the deepest respect for him for his Service to our Country. Rest in Peace Boomer. You will be missed.
Condolences to the entire Turland family. Rob offered many hours of dedication to the young goalies in the CCHL. It was so much appreciated. RIP Rob. You will be missed.
To the Turland Family: Sorry to learn of Rob passing on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Angie I am so sorry to hear of Robs passing my sincere condolences
so very sorry for your he was a great Goalie , My Condolence to the family.
Shawn, and the Turland family. I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. Please find comfort in each other at this difficult time.
You will be missed I will never forget the little time we spent together you were a good man. Thank you for your services.
To the Turland Family, we are so sorry for the loss of Boomer. He’s in Gods arms now but forever in your hearts.
I am very sorry to hear of Rob’s passing Keep your memories close Condolences to the Turland family
RIP Boomer. We had a lot of fun back in the day. My condolences to your entire family. Thank you for your years of service. Another good one gone too soon.
Sending you all my deepest condolances and prayers ? ❤️ Cherish those memories ✨️ ? God Speed Rob and Thank you for your years of Service.
Shawn, Mary & the Turland Families So sorry to hear of Roberts passing, May he Rest In Peace after his long battle of cancer.Prayers & love to everyone! ??❤️
Shawn, Mary and the entire Turland family, Boomer was a beauty and will be missed by many, grateful for his service…. My condolences on your loss, cherish all the great memories.
Shawn, Mary and Family My deepest condolences to you all ❤️.
Our deepest condolences to all the family on the loss of Rob. Thinking of all the family at this most difficult time.
Only took seconds to miss you Boom , I will never forget you bud ! Ps , the reason you never rode the pine was " you left your comb at home my good man .
Shawn and family so very sorry for the loss of your brother ❤️
My sincere condolences to the Turland families on the loss of Rob. Thinking of all of you at this sad time.
Shawn Mary and the entire Turland families. My deepest condolences.It was an honor just knowing Rob.(R.I.P. BOOMER)
Shawn and the entire Turland Family, Thinking of you during this difficult time. Rob was well known for his great goaltending skills on the ice and ball hockey floor. I appreciate his years of service with the Canadian Armed Forces. Cherish the many fond memories you have of Rob. Sincere condolences to all. Robert Marshall Turland June 2, 1965 - October 22, 2024 ~ REST IN PEACE ~
I so sorry to hear of the loss of Rob my condolences to his whole family may he rest in peace
I’m so sorry to hear about Boom. I was fortunate to have had breakfast with him a few times in the last year and it was so nice to reconnect with him. I remember hanging around when we were kids and he was such a great guy. When we played hockey, he was an awesome goalie. He will be missed. My heart goes out to your family at this most difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Boomer’s passing. So young to say goodbye to. I did not know him well but certainly remember him. My condolences to his wife and children, also his siblings Angie, Shawn and Chris.
Sending my heartfelt condolences to All the Turland family during this difficult time. May the wonderful memories you have keep him close in your hearts! I have such great memories of Boomer when we were all growing up! He was a great friend to all & a fantastic goalie! Thank you for your service! May you rest in peace! ?
I’ve known Boomer since we were kids. It was only a few years ago that 4 of us got together to play some golf. Thanks for your service Boomer. I have a lot of good memories and feel fortunate that I made it down to Warkworth with some buddies to say goodbye.
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire Turland family. I'm sure his loyalty to the service came easy for Rob, knowing just how loyal to his freinds he was growing up. Thank you for your service to our country. I have lots of great memories both on and off the ice with Boomer, boy what a competitor he was. You're going to be missed RIP Boomer.
So Sorry to hear the passing of Rob. Sending our condolences to the family at this difficult time. Joe Ferguson and Cindy Greer
Thank you for your service soldier. May you rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of Boomers passing. He fought a long courageous battle and take comfort that he is now at peace. Cherish all the memories and hood them close. Mary
Shawn, Mary, Chris, Julie, & Angie So very sorry for the loss of your brother. Our condolences sent to all of You. RIP Boomer Brent & Penny❤️
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Cobourg and District Sports Hall of Fame
Brad and I are sending sincere condolences to you all at this time of sadness. Rob is now pain free, RIP Boomer, you will be missed.
Shawn & Family Ever so sorry to hear of Boomer's passing. Let the good memories be of comfort. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Corey
RIP my old friend, I will always have the memories of all the great times we shared together. Thank you for your service to this country. Thank you for your friendship. I was a better person for knowing you. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to your family.
Mary & Shawn & the Turland families Natalie & I are so sorry to hear the news of Shawn’s brother passing away ! He battled hard for a long time in the strong Turland fashion May the memories you have in your heart carry on in the coming days to help you stay strong Sending our deepest sympathies & condolences to you both & your families Natalie & Gordy Battersby
We send our sincere condolences to Lesley and the rest of Rob’s family. He will be greatly missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Lesley and the rest of Rob’s family.
I am so sad that Boomer lost his battle with cancer. I remember him so well as a child and a teenager---he was friends with my son Rob and they started kindergarten together. Condolences to all of his family. He was a great guy.
Very sorry to hear of your loved ones passing. Cherish the memories.
Deepest condolences to the entire Turland family. I have many fond memories of the shananigans that took place at the corner of University and Ball. So many great times. Boomer was a loyal friend and a great teammate, he'll be missed. R.I.P. Boom.
Sending deepest condolences for your loss of Boomer..Always enjoyed playing against him,and watching him play 200 feet away at the other end..Thankyou for your service Rob..Rest in Peace
Deepest sympathy to all.
Shawn so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. Cherish your memories.
Sincere condolences to the Turland Families on this sad news.
To Rob’s family, We are so sorry to hear of Rob’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Tom & Carol Ann