Prairie Rose Cremation & Funeral Services

In Memory

Robbie Guptill

April 1st, 1969 - March 19th, 2026

Born in Digby, Nova Scotia

Passed in Cochrane, Alberta

Robbie Guptill

With broken hearts, we share that my brother, Robbie Guptill, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the age of 56.

Robbie was the friendliest person you could ever meet. He truly never met a person he didn’t like. Wherever he went, he brought kindness, generosity, and an easy smile that made people feel instantly at ease. To know Robbie was to be greeted with warmth, laughter, and genuine care. He had a rare gift for making everyone feel welcome, and the world feels quieter without him in it.

As his sister, I will forever cherish the memories we shared and the love he showed our family. Robbie was deeply loved by our father and stepmother, Buddy and Annette; by his sisters, Valerie and Tracey; and by his niece and nephews, Sara, Joe, Morgan, and Jordan. He was a proud and loving great uncle to Hudson and Theo, and to his great nieces Myia, Sadie, Lyla, Harper, and Kaia, all of whom brought him so much joy.

Robbie was predeceased by our beloved mother, Brenda Guptill; our grandparents, Albert and Helen McDormand. We take comfort in knowing he is reunited with them now.

My brother’s kindness, generosity, and constant smile will be missed beyond words. His legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched simply by being himself.

A Celebration of Robbie’s Life will be held later this summer in Nova Scotia, where we will gather to remember him, share stories, and honour a man who loved people with his whole heart.

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Brandi "Bee" Johnson

3 weeks ago

Tracey,
You are soo blessed to have had a brother like him, and now you have an angel...one who giggles, sings and loves with all his heart...who was met by family members that went before him...so jealous. My heart hurts for you and your family. If I could I would give him 10 years of my life just so he was around longer. My heart is yours, during and after.
Love Bee xo

Dee Wilson

3 weeks ago

I remember “Robbie” when he was just a small boy down at Grammies place in Popes Harbour. He was always so sweet. I only met up again with him as an adult a couple of times and he was just as sweet.
May your family heal together as you forge ahead in your new normal without him. I loved the bond that the three of you shared.
RIP sweet Rob…cousin Debbie xo

Jean Thorne

3 weeks ago

So very sorry for the loss of your brother .
May you find peace in the beautiful memories you made with your brother during this sad and difficult time 🙏❤️
memories you made .

Donna MacInnis

3 weeks ago

So sorry for your loss of Robbie. I loved seeing him out in New Minas with the biggest smile on his face. I’m sure he will be deeply missed by anyone who knew him. May he rest in peace Robbie ❤️

Sharon Greenlaw

3 weeks ago

I am so sorry for your loss , so thankful you had each other. And wish you all comfort knowing he had the best life because of your love. Hugs.

Jan Albright

3 weeks ago

I remember when he was born also your grandmother love to you all if you let me know when this summer you will do a celebration of life we will try to come

Alex Silivan

3 weeks ago

Robbie is very bright and positive guy. I will remember your smile my whole life when my family and I first arrived in Canada, you were very kind to us. You have gone to a better world, you’ll gonna play bowling with angels. Rest in peace, my friend.

Lesley Wilson

3 weeks ago

I always enjoyed Rob’s visits to our establishment. He was alway happy and kind. I truly loved talking with him and seeing his smiling face. Valerie, you have been such an amazing sister and a blessing of support to him and your family. I feel privileged to have known you both. Sending all of my love during this heartbreaking time. ❤️

Morgan Tidd

3 weeks ago

Words can't really express how much I loved Robbie, and how much he loved everyone else around him. Robbie had a rare childlike kindness and a truly innocent heart. The world feels emptier without him. I'll miss forever his presence in my life.

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