It is with great sadness that the family of Robert Caven announces his sudden passing on Friday, May 29th, 2026.
Robert was born in Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, and moved to Canada in 1973 with his parents, John and Pat, along with brothers Gary and Paul.
Robert graduated from Trenton High School before attending both Georgian College and Acadia University to follow his lifelong passion in the automotive industry, which culminated in a long, successful career with Volkswagen Canada.
Robert travelled the world with work, but his true love was his family. No matter where they called home, together they lived life to the fullest.
Robert is survived by his son, Liam; mother, Pat; brothers: Gary (Abigail), Paul (Sherrie); nephews and niece, and extended family in Northern Ireland, England, Austria, and Ontario.
Robert was predeceased by the love of his life, his wife, Kim; his father, John Caven; grandparents: Robert and Rachael Moore and John and Violet Caven.
Visitation 7-9pm Friday, June 12, in R.H. Porter Funeral Home, 55 Amont Ave., New Glasgow. Funeral service will take place at R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow, on Saturday, June 13th, at 11am. (The funeral was rrecorded. A link is below.) Reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Church, Trenton, or to a charity of your choice.