Robert Epstein
elevated 6TwNO January 3, 1970 – July 8, 2026
elevated 6TwNO Visitation
Friday July 17, 2026 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated 6TwNO Funeral Mass & Interment – PRIVATE
We are heartbroken to announce the unexpected death of our beloved Rob at Scarborough General Hospital on July 8, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario at the age of 56. He left too soon and will be profoundly missed by his loving family, Monika, Tyson, Emmanuel, Kaiden, Inara and Domenic, Linda, Dean, Daniel and Nicholas, Norbert, Nicole, David, Jason and Brooks, Sierra and Will, Jayde and Adam, Karin, Jody, Logan and Hailey.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dieter Georg, from Breslow, Germany and Johanna Henrike (nee De Ruiter) from Amsterdam, Holland, and Monika’s parents, Ferdinand and Denise Nanke who thought the world of Rob. Together they have welcomed him home.
Rob loved his family. They were the center of his life, and he spoke of them with immense pride and affection. He was always available no matter how busy he was, whenever anyone needed anything, he was there. We are blessed to have shared our lives with him for more than 30 years and he will be remembered as the great man he was. He was so loved.
Rob will be missed by his many lifelong friends and neighbours he loved, who will miss his charismatic personality, amazing sense of humour and his smile that could brighten any day. Thank you to everyone who posted memories of Rob, and those who shared funny stories, they were heartfelt and made us laugh and cry in a good way! We are all better for having known him.
Rob was a proud member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, IUOE Local 793, with his career spanning over 25 years at Pumpcrete Corporation and Modern Crane. He will be missed by many friends, colleagues and coworkers that he loved. Upon hearing of the passing of Rob, he was described as many things that warmed our hearts, ie, legend of legends, larger than life, a rockstar, a gem, a real beauty, one of a kind, an anomaly in the industry, an all around great man, a class act, mentor etc, etc, as per his colleagues and coworkers’ tributes and comments on social media. Rob would be honoured!
Thank you to Mark Williams. Rob was so grateful for your friendship, love and support, and it was mutual. You are a true friend! To Craig and everyone at Pumpcrete and beyond, our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who offered prayers, compassion and a sense of normalcy. To all his friends that checked in and kept his spirits high with positive thoughts and encouragement, thank you!
To Herb Mageira, the G.O.A.T and O.G Legend. Rob loved you and was so grateful for the opportunity you gave him decades ago when you hired him at Pumpcrete. He always said he would not be the excellent operator he was without your mentorship. Rob never forgot everything you taught him and was always grateful for what you gave him and his family!
Thank you to Father Russell Asch, of St Lawrence the Martyr Catholic Parish for your spiritual guidance during Rob’s journey. He would not have been able to fight so valiantly without your prayers and perspectives. He found peace in your conversations and we are so grateful for the times you would miraculously find Rob wherever he was. He would say “you’ll never guess who I saw today”. As he smiled and laughed with genuine gratitude. Fr Asch, you provided our family with great comfort and we know Rob is at peace.
Though our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in knowing that Rob’s legacy of integrity, kindness, generosity, strength of character and the rare, natural ability to make anyone feel at ease, and make us all laugh, will not be forgotten.
Until we meet again, we love you Rob, xo
Legends never die.
Thank you to Dr Urban Emmenegger and everyone who had the pleasure and privilege of meeting and caring for Rob at Sunnybrook Hospital and the Odette Cancer Centre. You gave your best efforts, and we hope that you will remember Rob as the resilient, courageous and charismatic patient that greeted you with a smile and gave you many laughs along the way. HIs strength inspired those around him and Rob persevered because he wanted to make a difference.
Thank you also to the team at Scarborough General Hospital and all the Homecare specialists for your professionalism and kindness.
In loving memory of Rob, if you wish, donations can be made to charities or organizations working on the frontlines of the battle against cancer, providing human beings with more natural and holistic treatments that will make a difference in life expectancy and quality of life for everyone going through the traditional treatments and/or looking for better alternatives. Some suggestions are:
THE CENTRE FOR HEALTH INNOVATION (CHI)
GATEWAY FOR CANCER RESEARCH
THE SOCIETY FOR INTEGRATIVE ONCOLOGY (SIO)
Collaboratively, there has to be a better way!
elevated 6TwNO
Dear Moni and family,
Steve and I are so very sorry for your loss. Rob was a wonderful guy and we really liked him a lot. He will be truly missed!
May his memory forever be a blessing.
RIP dear Rob
Debbie & Steve
I Loved Rob as a brother. IMO: The most adventrous time we had together was the year we went on a fishing trip with my Brother and his good friend George Scopies . We laughed so hard the cottage was shaking. The last two fond memories I have of us doing what we used to do was watching this years Superbowl, and a game during this years Hockey world championship . He was laughing and enjoying himself. Robbie loved his fast cars , his motor cross bike and his sports. And of course Moni. The best memory I have is the laughter RIP my Brother
So sorry to hear about Rob our prayers are with you
We’ll miss you Rob so so much. All the laughs you gave us. All the laughs you gave us and all of the laughs you gave us. Your heart was what brought so much into our lives. Thank you Robbie. Fairwell but not goodbye.
Rob was the very best of us. Always bright happy and alive with genuine love character integrity and kindness
He had a very special place in his heart for our Mother Denise always making her laugh and brought her unmeasurable joy comfort care and attention
A one of a kind man
Selfless in every way
But most importantly was his love devotion respect and care of our sister Monika and her beautiful boys Tyson and Emmanuel and his beloved grandchildren
This world will never be the same without him
His spirit love of life and enjoyment of those around him will be missed forever
We are so greatful to have had our lives touched by such an irreplaceable man
You will be missed in every moment of every day Rob
Thank you for shinning what matters most in this world upon us
We love you and will never forget you
RIP
There are no words to express how heartbroken we are. You weren’t just my uncle—you were my favourite uncle, and someone who meant the world to me. Some of my happiest memories are with you, and I will always be grateful for the love, laughter, and kindness you brought into my life.
You had such a genuine heart and were truly one of the best people anyone could ever know. The impact you had on my life is something I will carry with me forever. I only wish we had more time together, but I will always hold onto the memories we shared and the love you showed me throughout the years.
Thank you for being such an incredible uncle and an unforgettable person. You will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.
With all our love,
Jayde&Adam
Sincere condolences and loving thoughts and prayers to Monika and the family on your terrible loss. 🙏🏼💐❤️
My heart is breaking. Rest in peace Rob
Rob you were a good friend and a brother.
Always in good spirits
ready to help out.
So many laughs over the years and a keen trivia challenger.
You were a good husband, father, friend and provider for Moni and Tyson and Emmanuel and the kids.
Fred and Denise truly enjoyed your company.
You took special care to lift the spirits of Oma over the years especially later on.
A genuine good man.
Put your foot down and enjoy your well earned eternal rest with family and friends.
You are greatly missed by us all.
Thank you Rob for being a loved and valued member of my family.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Rob’s loved ones and friends. Bo & I always shared a giggle with him at family celebrations .He was always a positive and approached life with good humour. We will miss seeing him and his uplifting demeanour . May time and the support of family and friends help his loved ones through this most difficult time , Bo & Vivi
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rob was such an amazing guy. Fun loving and generous. He was always lending a hand when needed. Gone way too soon.
Rob, over the years we shared far more than just work. We shared conversations, challenges, laughs, and a great deal of respect. Watching the courage you showed throughout your journey only deepened my admiration for the man you were.
Thank you for your friendship, your loyalty, and everything you gave to our team. You made Pumpcrete better simply by being part of it, and your impact will continue to be felt for years to come.
My sincere condolences to Moni and your entire family. May you find comfort in knowing how deeply loved and respected Rob was by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Rest in peace, Rob. You will always be part of the Pumpcrete family, and you will never be forgotten.
My sincere condolences to Moni and the entire family.
Rob, you will be deeply missed by all of us in the neighborhood. From the day we moved in next door, you welcomed us with kindness, encouragement, and your wonderful sense of humor. Your support and thoughtful pep talks meant so much to us as we settled into our first home.
You were a genuinely kind, caring, and generous neighbor who was always willing to lend a helping hand or brighten someone’s day with a smile. We feel fortunate to have known you and to have shared so many years as neighbors.
Thank you for your friendship and the positive impact you had on our lives. We will always remember you with great respect and gratitude.
May you rest in peace, Rob. You will never be forgotten.
Rob was one of a kind. He had a presence that filled the room, a loud laugh, a deep voice, and a heart of gold. As a kid, I was always thrilled to hear Uncle Rob was coming over—not just for his generosity, but because he truly put effort into making me feel heard, seen, and validated. As my grandmother used to say, his presence was present enough.
I have so many core memories with Rob. He loved playing video games with my brother and me, introducing us to countless titles. I’ll never forget the cottage rib cook-off he had with Moni and my dad. He let us judge, and though we chose my dad’s—mostly because he rigged it by using our favourite sauce—it was an unforgettable day.
There was also the time Rob fell asleep on the cottage couch and I covered his face in shaving cream. Instead of getting mad, he woke up confused, laughed it off, and complimented my prank. That’s just who he was. We spent hours swimming and boating there, too. Once, he bought me a pump-up toy rocket. Within ten minutes, we launched it straight into a tree. We spent the next half-hour throwing things to knock it down, getting even more items stuck before finally recovering everything.
To cement his “cool uncle” status, he bought a yellow convertible Mustang. I felt so cool when he picked me up from hockey practice to take my friends and me for a spin. Years later, when he moved into his final home, he officially upgraded to “cool uncle with a swimming pool.”
As I grew older, our bond evolved into deep discussions about life, politics, movies, and music. Rob saw the big picture in life. Though his time was shorter than it should have been, he lived an incredibly full life by never holding back and always staying true to himself.
Rob, you will be greatly missed on earth. I wish you the best of luck on the next chapter of your soul’s existence.
Love Nick
To my dearest baby brother, Robbie,
I am deeply devastated by the loss of my only sibling. It has been the greatest honor and privilege of my life to be your “BIG” sister for the short 56 years we shared together.
We accumulated a lifetime of beautiful memories, filled with love and endless laughter. You had a magical way of leaving a lasting impression on everyone you met, right from the very beginning. Even as a baby in your stroller, you were always giggling and bringing smiles to everyone’s faces. Whether we were enjoying our yearly family trips to Florida, swimming at the lake, or relaxing by your pool, I will always cherish and remember your unwavering joy for life.
Our relationship went far beyond just being brother and sister; we shared a true, unbreakable bond. You were a genuine friend, a mentor, and truly one of the most selfless people on this Earth, always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
You were also a highly respected brother-in-law to my husband, Dean, and an unforgettable, kind-hearted uncle to my two boys, Daniel and Nicholas. You were a truly beautiful soul, and your absence leaves a massive void in all of our hearts.
My deepest love and condolences go out to Moni, the absolute love of your life, and to your wonderful sons, Tyson and Emmanuel, and family.
Rest in peace, my baby brother. You will be forever loved and missed.
With all my love,
Linda xo
I loved him like a brother. IMO our Best adventure was a fishing trip with George Scopies and my Brother . We laughed so hard the cottage was shaking . Robbie loved fast Cars , watching sports & his old motocross bike . The last two times we actually laughed and did what we usually did was the this yrs Superbowl and a game during the Hockey world championships…..My favorite memory is the laughter
I loved Rob like a brother. If I remember correctly the most adventurous time we ever had together was on a fishing trip with my Brother and George Scopies. We laughed so hard the cottage shook. Rob was a fun guy to be with, however he did have a wild side. He loved Fast Cars, His Moto Cross Bike and watching sports. Of course the Love of his Life was Monica. The last two times I saw him was watching this years Super Bowl and then a Game in the Hockey world Championships. We laughed and carried on like everything was OK. The one thing I will always remember is the laughter RIP my Brother
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Moni and the entire family.
May you find comfort in knowing how deeply loved Rob was by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him, and in the beautiful memories, time, and love you shared together.
Rob, you will be deeply missed by all of us in the neighborhood. Your gentle spirit, kind heart, and wonderful sense of humor brought warmth to everyone around you.
Thank you for being there for us, not only in the joyful moments, but also in the difficult ones. We will always remember your kindness, especially your support during the naming of the street in memory of our daughter, standing with us even in the pouring rain. Your presence reminded us that we were not alone, and that meant more than words can express.
Thank you for your friendship and kindness. We will always remember you with love, respect, and gratitude.
May you rest in peace Rob. You were loved ,will greatly missed and never be forgotten.
Rob, thank you for making me feel at home from the very first day we worked together. You had such a kind heart and a way of making everyone feel welcome. It was truly a privilege to have known you. You were a great soul, and you will be deeply missed. My deepest condolences to your family and all who loved you during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace, Rob.
My heart broke when I heard that you had passed. I met Rob in high school. I went to his infamous Halloween party on Oct 31st , 1985… we talked about it for decades as I ended up having 4 children with my date (Jimmy). Rob & Jodi used to join us in parry sound at the trailer. One day, we decided to go in town to check it out. We stopped for a drink and the pub had karaoke , since there was only 4 of us …. Rob decided he would sing first, and he chose the song ” Black velvet “. When he started singing , he realized it was harder than he thought and he started belting out the lyrics and making us all laugh hysterically to the point we talked about it for decades. He also played Yatzee one time with Jason Sikora and I , and rolled 6 yatzees. No joke. One after the other to the point we thought we were in the twilight zone. Again, hilarious and priceless. Then as my kids were born and when they were little , anytime Rob was around , he would joke around with them and make them laugh. He would be the guy the kids would surround & wanted to play with My eldest is 32, and I picked her up from the airport today and I told her about Rob’s passing , she was so so sad…. she clearly remembers ” the guy with the bleach blond eyebrows “. He knew how to make people feel at ease and put his comedic twist on any situation. Moni & family , I’m truly so saddened by your loss, and our loss as his friends. He’s a type of person that even if you met him once , he left a lasting impression. God bless you Robbie , and keep you safe in his care, until we all meet again. Ameen. Love you bro
Taken far too early from all of us. Rob was an outstanding human being who loved his friends, making new ones at every turn in life, and making everyone laugh while always leaving them feel loved. His loyalty and friendship came to all, without obligation, expectation or hitch.. Thank-you for your friendship, loyalty and laughter you brought into so many lives. A wonderful partner to Moni and a truly caring person who will be deeply missed. Rest in peace, my friend. You will always be remembered for your love and gratitude. Your memory will live on in so many hearts of those who knew and loved you