ROBINSON, William Edward "Hap" - 90, Halifax, and a summer resident of Hubbards, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2007, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Margaret Ann "Madge" Brennan (1888-1949), formerly of St. John's, N.L., and William "Tanky" Robinson (1870-1932), formerly of Halifax, who owned Robinson's Ferry and Boathouse at the end of South Street, next to the Northwest Arm Rowing Club. Bill was a Ham Radio operator (VE1NP) from the age of 16. Bill volunteered in 1939 for active duty during the Second World War, holding the position of leading telegraphist. Bill served on many ships, the longest stints being on the Prince David, the Hepatica and the Louisburg. He was a survivor of the original HMCS Louisburg which was sunk in the Mediterranean. He retired from the Navy in 1945 and shortly thereafter Bill married Teresa Marjorie Johnson of Mill Cove. He joined Maritime Tel & Tel in 1945, retiring as a manager in 1980. He was involved for several years as a member of the executive and union negotiator in the IBEW Local 1030. Bill was a very active civic volunteer. He was an avid golfer and member of Chester Golf Club. Bill was a keen reader, who loved spending time with his family at their cottage in Hubbards. Bill and his wife, Marjorie, had an open door policy at both their homes in Thornhill Park and Mar-Bill Castle in Hubbards. Both residences were always spilling over with laughter, tea, cards and food. Bill was a super father and grandfather. He was the kind of person who maintained friendships from childhood, career, and community throughout his life. He enjoyed meeting new people and learning new things. Bill thought he was very blessed to daily share his life with his grandchildren, Dakota and Cheyenne. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and cousin, Bill will be sadly missed but never forgotten for his humour, kindness, strength of will and willingness to help all. Bill is survived by his daughters, Rosanne Marjorie (Dale) Coates, Prospect; Kathy Jane (Tim) Martin, Harrietsfield; cherished and honored grandchildren, Dakota and Cheyenne, Prospect; Landon, Alberta; brother, John "Jack" (Sem) Robinson; sister, Alice McGinn, British Columbia; sisters-in-law, Violet Marie (Johnson) (Jack) Carter, Joanne (Johnson) (Don) Eldershaw; brother-in-law Frank (Ruth) Johnson, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He loved his family and friends dearly. He was predeceased by his wife, Teresa "Marjorie" (Johnson), and brothers, Ron, Hal and Jim. A memorial service to celebrate Bill's life will be held 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 11, in Emmanuel Anglican Church, Spryfield, with a reception to follow in Emmanuel Church Hall. His ashes will be committed to the sea during a naval ceremony at a later date. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of choice. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca