Robert Dundas “Bob” Sutherland died unexpectedly earlier this month while recovering from heart surgery. Through his business Solutions Training, Sutherland traversed the country instructing front-line staff from all banners on the use of plumbing and electrical wares.
Sutherland began working in high school for the Dominion grocery chain, which sent him to Cornell University on a scholarship. He later worked in sales for Rutherford cigarettes, always keeping a few in his shirt pockets for potential customers even after quitting himself.
Sutherland is survived by Ilse, his wife of more than 50 years; children Morrell and Richard (Maricel) Rutherford; and three grandchildren. He was predeceased by a fourth grandchild.
