Robert Richard 'Bob' Canfield

1937 - 2019

Robert Richard 'Bob' Canfield obituary, 1937-2019, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

1937

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown

825 Government Street

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Robert Canfield Obituary

Robert "Bob" Richard Canfield, born 12/16/37 in the Bronx, N.Y., died 4/16/19. A graduate of Peter Stuyvesant H.S. in New York City, he received a Bachelor in Civil Engineering from The Citadel, and a Masters from Texas A. & M. in Traffic Engineering. He was a lifelong public servant beginning in 1959 with LDOT, Parish Traffic for the parish of EBR, City Traffic Engr., and eventually Director of Public Works in Baton Rouge. After retirement, he continued consulting as an expert witness in Traffic Engineering. Active in the International Transportation Engineering, he was repeatedly recognized for his outstanding contributions. As a member of the Manual on Traffic Control Devices, he was responsible for implementation of the yellow warning advisory sign indicating lane restriction. He competed as an avid tennis player into his mid 70's, and wishfully watched his beloved Ranger hockey team throughout his life. Traveling extensively was a great adventure, as was sponsoring tigers at Tiger Creek preserve in Tyler, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Linda McVey, and their children, John D. Canfield, Col.Valerie Canfield Danyluk, USMC, her husband Steve, and their children Isabella Kelton and Owen Samuel, and by Julie Canfield Buddin and her husband, John Patrick "Rick" Buddin. The family would especially like to thank Dr. Venkat Surikanti, the 2d floor staff doctors and nurses of OLOL, and the staff of the CCU for their kind and attentive professionalism. A memorial service will be held in his honor at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA on May 16, 2019 at 5:30 PM. There will be a reception afterwards to welcome family and friends. Honorary pall bearers are Walter Arnold McVey, John Patrick Buddin, Duaine T. Evans, William F. Cobb Sr. and Newton Blouin. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation be made to OLOL Children's Hospital, P.O. Box 84357, B.R. La. 70884.

Published by The Advocate from May 11 to May 16, 2019.
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Thinking of Julie and the rest of the Canfields. Sending you a big hug.

Amy Johnson

May 5, 2023

Thinking of the family as you remember your husband and father. Rest in peace Mr. Canfield.

Amy Johnson

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May 5, 2022

I was astounded to hear this.
He and Linda were my most favorite clients. Arranging their travel adventures were always fun .
Bob keep me in the loop for strange travel news with emails. Each one brought smiles .
My prayers are with Linda , their children and grandchildren.
Rest In Peace my friend .

Carol Hoyt

May 16, 2019

Very sorry to hear this news. Bob was one of my bosses in the DPW Director's Office. I know he will be greatly missed! My prayers go out to his family.

Carla Demoulin

May 14, 2019

Outstanding professional friend.

Herman Hill

May 14, 2019

We were all saddened to hear of Bob's passing. His candor, humor, wit and sage wisdom on the National Committee of Uniform Traffic Control Devices will be greatly missed. Our sympathy to the family knowing what a great man Bob was.

Randy McCourt

May 14, 2019

Valerie, I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I hope you can cherish the memories of your many years having him in your life. May God comfort you and your family as only He can.

Chuck Booksh

May 14, 2019

I`m so sorry John for your loss, prayers for you and your family

Bobby cox

May 14, 2019

I was sorry to hear about Bob Canfield's passing. He was one of my former Bosses when I first went to DPW Engineering. I knew him for well over 30 yrs. Afterwards we still stayed in touch. I have called him every year for his Birthday. I'm going to miss making that call. Praying for all of you.

Claudia Simon-Anderson

May 13, 2019

We lost a good man. We did not always agree on things but I greatly respected him. God bless him and his family.

Buddy Porta

May 13, 2019

Thinking of the Canfield family. So terribly sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mr. Canfield as a soft spoken very nice man.

Amy Johnson

May 12, 2019

Sorry for the loss of a dear love one. May you find comfort during this grieving moment. Matthew 5:4

May 11, 2019

Deep sympathy,
Yours in AXO),
Ruth Curtis Beecher

May 11, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Louise Klicker

May 11, 2019

Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss. Psalms 94:19
Your Neighbor~

May 11, 2019

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