'A wonderful man': Family of Winnipeg cyclist killed in hit-and-run speaks out

The family of a 61-year-old cyclist who was killed in a hit-and-run last week is speaking out, saying they want him to be remembered for how he lived, not just how he died.

The family of a 61-year-old cyclist who was killed in a hit-and-run last week is speaking out, saying they want him to be remembered for how he lived, not just how he died.

“Rob was a loving and caring husband, father, stepfather, grandpa, son, brother, uncle and friend,” the family said in a statement issued by the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR).

“He was an artist and writer; his home was filled with art. He was also an incredible chef – his family and friends looked forward to the meals he prepared for them with love.”

Rob Jenner, who was a shipper/receiver at CMHR, was killed on June 6 on his bike ride to work. The hit-and-run took place at 7 a.m. on Wellington Crescent, and has prompted outrage from the city’s cycling community.

Now, Jenner’s family is remembering him as a friendly and kind man who treated people with respect and dignity.

“Rob didn’t treat people differently based on their job or the colour of their skin or who they loved,” the statement said.

“He was just Rob, a wonderful man, who loved to travel and who was looking forward to retirement.”