ROBERT DWIGHT SMALLEY

Robert Dwight Smalley, 66, of International Falls, Mn., passed away Friday morning, April 10, 2015 at the Ranier Roost with his loving wife, Dianne, by his side.
Robert was born July 23, 1948 in Uxbridge, Ont. to Wilbur and Joan Smalley.
Bob grew up in Marathon, Ont. along the north shore of Lake Superior.
As a member of the Boy Scouts, Bob developed an avid interest in birding, which led to several trips throughout Canada, the U.S., Central America, and South America.
Following graduation from Grade 12, Bob moved to Stratford, Ont., where he completed grade 13. He then studied at the University of Guelph.
In 1973, Bob began his career with the Ontario Ministry of Corrections and simultaneously earned a Bachelor’s of Arts degree, with a Legal Studies Option, from the University of Waterloo, graduating with honours.
While employed by the ministry from 1973-77, Bob was a correctional officer at the Guelph Jail and the Kitchner Jail. In 1977, he was promoted to Shift Supervisor/Operational Manager and worked at the Wellington Detention Centre, the Guelph Correctional Centre, and Guelph Jail.
From 1997-98, he was a Young Offender Unit Manager at the Wellington Detention Centre, then became a Systemic Change Facilitator at the Bell Cairn Staff Development Centre.
With a love for outdoor activities, especially fishing and hunting, Bob decided to end his career in Fort Frances, Ont. Before retiring, he received the Exemplary Service Award.
Bob also enjoyed dancing and in 2001, he met his dance and hunting partner, Dianne. They were married on Nov. 23, 2002 in Ray, Mn. and made their home in Borderland.
He spent about 10 years working for the Northland Counseling Center as a mental health pactitioner.
Bob will be greatly missed by his family, friends and clients.
Bob recently was predeceased by his father, Wilbur; uncle, Albert (Jake) Smalley; and father-in-law, Einar Sundin.
Bob is survived by his wife, Dianne Smalley; daughter, Jana Smalley (Mike Roozenburg) of London, Ont.; step-sons, Bjorn Johnson of Milaca, Mn. and Leif Johnson of Bemidji, Mn.; grandchildren, Carter Smalley, Grayson Smalley, and Gabrielle Johnson.
He also is survived by his siblings, Judy Wesley (John Hardman), Deborah (Tom) McCutcheon, Douglas (Laurie) Smalley, David Smalley (Lynda Shambla), Jan (Frank) Hertwig, Tracey Musset (Allan Rose), Nancy Voros (Paul Farrel), and Jeffrey (Luanne) Smalley; and extended family members of Smalley, Wiles, and Sundin descent.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 11 a.m. at the Green-Larsen Mortuary in International Falls, with visitation at 10 a.m.
Interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery.
In memoriam donations preferred in lieu of flowers.
Online condolences may be offered at www.greenlarsen.com