Obituary of Robertus H Sutedja

September 12, 1948 - Jakarta, Indonesia

November 15, 2024 - Calgary, Alberta

Robertus “Robert” Sutedja of Calgary, AB, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at the age of 76 years.

Born in Jakarta, Indonesia on September 12, 1948, Robert moved to Calgary, AB, Canada in 1971.

A graduate from SAIT with a diploma in Steam Engineering, Robert was proud of his role as a Steam Engineer at IKO Industries Ltd. Robert generously dedicated his time volunteering with Immigration Services, helping newcomers settle in Calgary.

Robert was an active member of UKI Calgary, an Indonesian Catholic Community, and the Calgary Indonesian Social Club.

One of Robert’s favourite pastimes was taking friends and family out for buffet dinners and dim sum. He always ate the most out of everyone! Robert found enjoyment in watching musical shows at Stage West where he shared many laughs and meals with loved ones.

Robert loved travelling the world, especially to visit family members. He explored Japan, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Australia. His most memorable trip was in 2016 when he visited Japan to explore his family roots. Culture, family, and community were a central part of Robert’s life.

He will be remembered most for his bright smile and generosity.

Robert is survived by his sisters, Eileen (John) and Theresa (Renato); nieces, Alex, Carol, and Annamaria (Eric); as well as numerous nephews, cousins, and friends. 

Robert was predeceased by his parents, Lilyanti and Bartholomeus. 

Those wishing to pay their respects to Robert may do so at St. Luke’s Catholic Church (Corner of Northmount Drive & Northland Drive N.W., Calgary, AB) on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Luke’s Catholic Church (Corner of Northmount Drive & Northland Drive N.W., Calgary, AB) on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.

Robert regularly donated to STARS Ambulance, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Sacred Heart Parish, and St. Luke’s Catholic Church.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to:

• S.T.A.R.S. (Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society), Box 570, 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 8M7 Telephone: (403) 295-1811, www.stars.ca. 
• The Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca.
• Sacred Heart Church, 1307 14 St SW, Calgary, AB T3C 1C6 Telephone: (403) 244-2741, www.sacredheartcalgary.ca.
• St Luke’s Catholic Church, 1566 Northmount Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2L 0G6 Telephone: (403) 282-9488, www.stlukeschurch.ca.

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