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PIERSON, Robert Scott - Suddenly on December 23rd in his 71st year. Devoted father to Sarah, Martha and Alexandra. Proud grandfather of Pierson and Carder White. Loving partner to Sandra Mathies and dear friend to her sons John (Christel) and Marc. Father-in-law and friend to Matthew White and Edward Bases. Stepson of Roy Carder, New Hampshire. Former husband of Judith Hendry (Pigott). Pre- deceased by brother Huge Hampton Weedon lll, and recently by dear friend Joseph Robert. Born in New York City in 1936 to Inez (Misener) and John Beverley Pierson. Bob attended Upper Canada College as a boarder for several years and attended the University of Western Ontario. Bob settled in Hamilton and began a career as a broker for E.A. Ames in Toronto. While his first love was for family, he had a passion for his work in the shipping industry. He joined his family's business Misener Transportation and in 1975 Bob started his own company, The Soo River Company. Until his passing, he worked enthusiastically for Lower Lakes Towing/Grand River Navigation. He dedicated himself annually to the Run for the Cure in Port Colborne. Bob had a heart of gold and a spirit which touched countless people. He was taken too soon, but will be remembered fondly by many; including his cousins Scott Misener, Paul and Dossie Misener, Heather Logan and other Misener family members. A memorial service will be held at Ridley College Chapel, St. Catharines at 11 a.m. Friday Dec. 28th with a reception to follow in the Great Hall. In lieu of flowers friends are encouraged to make a donation to Breast Cancer Support Services. 10942988