Robert DUMPIS

DUMPIS, Robert In loving memory of Robert Dumpis, 83 years of Sudbury, who passed away Friday morning, January 2, 2004 at the Sudbury Regional Hospital - St. Joseph's Health Center. He was born in Remte, Latvia and married Valija (Konrads) in 1949 in Hamilton. Robert came to Canada in 1947 settling in Sudbury in 1950. He had served as a fighter pilot in the Latvian Air Force during World War II. He was a smelter worker at the Copper Cliff Smelter, having 34 years at INCO, retiring in 1984. Robert was a member of the Sudbury Latvian Church and was a well-respected leader in the local Latvian community, having served as president for several years of the Latvian Relief Society (Daugavas Vanagi). He was given an award by the Sudbury Multicultural Association for his hard work and leadership. He was an avid reader. Robert was proud of his Latvian heritage and a passionate supporter of Latvia's liberation from the Soviet Union. Beloved husband of Valija (Konrads) Dumpis of Sudbury. Loving father of Andra Grant and Indulis Dumpis (wife Nancy) both of Sudbury. Cherished grandfather of Kristina Holmes (husband Cody), Kyle and Kelsey. Dear son of Krisus and Minna Dumpis predeceased. Dear brother of Alma and Karlis, both predeceased, and Liene, Krisjanis, Maigh, Laima and Janis all in Latvia. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation at the JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME, 233 Larch St., Sudbury, Wednesday, January 7, 2004 2-4; 7-9 p.m. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. The cremains will be transferred to Latvia for funeral services and burial in the family plot at a later date. 1/5/2004- ID3239757 - Sudbury Star