Bob is currently the longest serving licensed funeral director in Toronto. Working with his uncle, Morley Bedford, the founder of Bedford Funeral Services, Bob learned early the value of innovation and personal service. He has been helping the families of North Toronto for over 50 years, and served a term on The Ontario Board of Funeral Services.

Bob has had extensive involvement in many community organizations, and is currently a leader in the Interfaith Community, an initiative that brings all community religious leaders together to share and celebrate their faith. He is an active Rotarian, and has served with the Rotary Club of Toronto Eglinton for over 40 years. rwcrawford@morleybedford.ca

During his years at St. Andrew’s College and McGill University, Alan combined academics with a love of sports. He participated in rugby, golf and cricket at S.A.C. and went on to captain both the hockey and football teams. Alan attended McGill University and played for the Redmen varsity hockey team. Alan’s abilities carried him on to a professional hockey career in Europe, before returning home to North Toronto to join the family business.

Drawing on his hockey experiences, Alan has coached several local teams and currently serves as the Mentor Coach for the North Toronto Hockey Association. Together with his wife Jennifer, he has instituted a number of athletic initiatives to benefit the youngsters in the community, including: the North Toronto Lacrosse Association and North Toronto 3on3 Hockey Organization. alcrawford@morleybedford.ca

After graduating from Leaside High School, Philip furthered continued studies at The University of Windsor. Being an avid sportsman Philip enjoyed an extensive athletic career, participating in North Toronto Hockey and the Leaside Baseball Association.

As a tireless contributor to North Toronto, Philip currently sits on the board of several community service organizations dedicated to improving the lives of seniors. He currently volunteers his time and creativity with P.O.I.N.T., Meals on Wheels, and Out of the Cold. He is a board member of the Isabel & Arthur Meighen Centre and President of the Rotary Club of Toronto-Forest Hill. He enjoys running, golf, cycling, his beloved Blue Jays, and spending weekends with his wife and 2 daughters. Phil’s approachable and gregarious manner, together with his warmth and friendliness provide him with a gift for building relationships and helping people feel at ease in difficult situations. philcrawford@morleybedford.ca

For Troy, family and friends are everything, and therefore the decision to leave his hometown near Ottawa was major. Since 2001 he has settled comfortably into the Yonge/Eglinton community, enjoying the bustle of this active neighbourhood. He is an avid musician, and plays trumpet in the local community based Festival Wind Orchestra.

Troy is an automobile enthusiast, and spends free time cooking, relaxing with friends, and planning his next trip. Troy’s confidence, vibrant personality and social nature, combined with his fastidiousness make him an outstanding funeral director. troykedrosky@morleybedford.ca

Cynthia resigned her ten year career in the film and television industry to become a funeral director. She decided to choose the funeral services profession because of her desire to help others in need.

Cynthia grew up in Cobourg and has resided in Toronto for the past 17 years. She loves all the city has to offer and delights in sampling new restaurants, film, theatre and music concerts. Cynthia spends some of her free time volunteering and attending local film events such as the Inside Out and Hot Docs Festivals. She is an animal lover, avid music enthusiast, and enjoys swimming, cycling, travel, reading, hiking and relaxing at her country home in Bancroft.

Cynthia’s exceptional sincerity, her compassion and down-to-earth demeanour earn her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and the families that she serves. cynthiaswitzer@morleybedford.ca

Robert has been involved in funeral service since 1972. After graduation from Humberside Collegiate in Toronto, he attended Humber College to become a funeral director. Robert started with Morley Bedford in 1978. Paralleling Roberts funeral service career, he played bassoon with the North York Concert orchestra and now continues with the Pickering Community Concert Band as the Vice President and Principal Bassoonist.

He served as a fund raiser with Bereaved Families of Ontario in the early ‘90’s. His interests include classical music, canoeing and outdoor activities. Robert has always had a sincere desire to help people in time of need, and feels funeral service is the perfect outlet. bobpollard@morleybedford.ca

Victoria has recently joined the funeral services profession after spending 10 years working as a make-up artist in Toronto. She decided to make the change in hopes of finding a career that would fufil her desire to make a positive impact on those in need in her community.

Victoria grew up in Kitchener and has resided in Toronto for the past 12 years. She enjoys running, riding her bike and participating in yoga classes. In order to fufill her desire to learn, she continues to study part-time. Some of her classes have included jewelry design, pottery, languages and music. victoriayoung@morleybedford.ca