BLACK, ROBERT ORLAND It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Orland Black. He went to be with his Lord on July 10th, 2008 at the Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton. Born on October 25th, 1925, Robert worked on the family farm in Salem, NB until his move to Fredericton in 1953. He was the son of the late Orland and Edna (nee Thorne) Black and was married 52 years to the late Florence (Keith), daughter of Ora and Annie Keith of Havelock NB. He moved his family to Fredericton in 1953 to take a position in sales at Margolians Clothing Store. A few years later, he took the position of Manager of Chippin's Clothing Store, where he remained until his retirement in 1987. Robert enjoyed life to the fullest and had good health until recent years. He was a member of the Wesleyan Church. Robert's great faith kept him going through any hard times right to his death. His favourite saying was "keep smilin". He loved to work in his garden and enjoyed his many flowers. His children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and his many friends and relatives were his delight. He loved their visits and enjoyed knowing what was going on in their lives. Robert's family and many friends can attest to his loyalty and great generosity, which will never be forgotten. He created many great memories that will be in hearts forever. Robert is survived by his daughter, Reta (Jim) Curtis of Fredericton (who he resided with for the past year); son, Keith (Michelle) Black of Calgary, Alberta; brother, Victor (Edith) Black of Sussex, NB; five grandchildren, Shelley (Jacques) Godin, Dale (Liane) Curtis and Tracey (Marty) Mockler, Benjamin Murphy (Becky) and Braydon Black; three great-grandchildren, Alexandra, Marcail and Isaac Curtis; step-grandchildren, Carson, Tyler and Malika. Also survived by Son-in-law, Doug Murphy (Gail) of Moncton; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Harley and Gwendolyn Keith, Salisbury NB; and sister-in-law, Ruth Black of Boston, Mass.; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, and his wife Florence, Robert was predeceased by his grandson, Jeremy Murphy; daughter, Marsha Murphy; sister, Muriel Mitton; brother-in-law, Vaughn Mitton; and brother, Leslie Black. Visitation will take place at the Salisbury Funeral Home, 3350 Salisbury Road (372-4800) on Sunday, July 13th, 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral Service will be held from the Salisbury Funeral Home Chapel on Monday July 14th at 2 pm.with Pastor Nick Graham and Rev. Leslie Hicks Officiating. A reception will follow. Interment at the Greenhill Cemetery, Havelock. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Parkinson Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family. www.keirsteads.ca