Robert (Bob) McCarthy Dutton

April 12, 1934 - April 24, 2026

Robert (Bob) McCarthy Dutton passed away at the Espanola Hospital at the age of 92 years. Dearly loved by his wife of 69 years, Patricia (Pat) Dutton (predeceased November 2025), his son, Rob Dutton (wife Cindy) of Quispamsis, New Brunswick, and daughter Karen Dutton-Marion (husband Don Marion) of Calgary, Alberta. Cherished brother to Kathy Dutton, and dear brother-in-law to Midge and Gary Denault, Jim and Pat Spry and Laura Dutton. Grandpa will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Kienan Marion (partner Jesse Divel) of Calgary, Riley Marion of Calgary and Allison Dutton (partner Jaclyn) of Quispamsis, as well as many nieces and nephews, including the Dutton nephews Brian (Janice) and Chris of Belleville. He was predeceased by his parents, Louis and Eileen Wims Dutton, and his brother Tom Dutton (2011). Bob grew up in Belleville, Ontario prior to moving north for work. Bob married the love of his life, Pat Spry, in May 1956 and settled in the Sudbury area where he worked for INCO until retirement. As a member of the Crean Hill Gun Club, Bob took part in competitive target shooting for many years, regularly adding trophies to his collection. Bob was excited and grateful this past summer to be honoured, alongside his good friend Joe Lapierre, as original founding members of the Crean Hill Gun Club. Bob enjoyed the sport immensely, and it was the wonderful friendships they developed that were most important to him. Our family will always cherish the wonderful memories of summers spent at the camp in Willisville where Dad and Mom introduced us to camp life, the Milky Way and the game of euchre - perfect for a family of four at the lake with no electricity or internet. In memory of Bob and his wife Pat, a celebration of life will be held in Espanola on May 2, 2026. In lieu of flowers or donations, the family kindly invites you to honour their memory by brightening someone’s day - especially an older adult in need of care, time or companionship - through a thoughtful act of kindness. These acts would be the most meaningful tribute. You can rest easy now Dad; you are together again with Mom. Arrangements by BOURCIER FUNERAL HOME, Ltd., Espanola.