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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.
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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
Friend
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
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May 11, 2019
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