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John Bean posted a condolence
Saturday, May 15, 2021
I remember Bob so fondly. I came to Seattle University with the charge of trying to start a writing-across-the-curriculum program and a writing center. Bob was one of my strongest allies and advocates supporting writing and communication in every possible way. Through Bob's cheerful effort, writing center consultants began working with Engineering Design Teams to help them compose and revise drafts of their design proposals and final project reports. This collaboration between engineering faculty, engineering students, and the writing center became a model for our work with other departments. With Bob's help we developed rubrics to assess engineering reports, and these rubrics became the prototype for similar senior projects across the university. Bob's optimistic spirit touched everything he did. It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to our friend Bob.
John Bean, Emeritus Professor of English
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Nev and Bev Kalegaric posted a condolence
Saturday, May 15, 2021
Words cannot express the sadness we felt when we learned of Bob’s passing. Nev and I send our condolences to Katy and all the family. Bob was a thoughtful and caring man with a warm and welcoming smile to all who met him. He will be missed dearly.
Beautiful Memorial Service.
Nev and Bev
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David, Nancy, Zoe, Benjamin lit a candle
Saturday, May 15, 2021
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Such a beautiful service for a lovely soul. He was a teacher even today.
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Lisa Burns posted a condolence
Saturday, May 15, 2021
Bob, we will miss your bright smile and great conversations. We enjoyed our time with you at family gatherings and loved hearing about all your adventures. Our thoughts go out to Katie and all in your lovely family. The Burns
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Paul Neudorfer posted a condolence
Saturday, May 15, 2021
I'll always remember Bob as a beloved friend and trusted colleague. His presence added greatly to my life both personally and professionally. Recruiting Bob to come to SU as our department chair was one of the best decisions that I was ever part of. He enhanced what we were were doing and extended our activities in directions previously not thought of. It was through his efforts that Seattle University developed one of the earliest (and I think best) engineering design programs in the country.
On a personal note, I'll always fondly remember the many lunches Bob and I shared. It was through these that we solved not only the problems of the department but those of the world. Oh, and I can't forget a wonderful day we spent bike riding around Guemes Island. I can only wish that I had been able to join him on one of his wonderful canoe trips. Paul Neudorfer
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Margarita Takach posted a condolence
Saturday, May 15, 2021
Bob was my mentor when I joined SU 30 years ago. He helped me a lot with surviving my first few years of teaching. He was very generous with his time. Bob always had many ideas to share in our faculty meetings. He always looked out for our students and our department. Bob will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to Bob’s family.
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Dean Peterson posted a condolence
Friday, May 14, 2021
Bob and I both came to Seattle from the Midwest and the University of Illinois. Our frequent chats on the lower mall focused on our good fortune to have secured positions that placed a premium on student learning. His passing is a shock. I will miss him greatly.
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Jeff Philpott posted a condolence
Friday, May 14, 2021
Bob and my paths crossed on campus every so often, and we always stopped to talk, even if just to say hi. He was always kind and warm. I always knew I had a friend in the College of Science and Engineering. My thoughts are with his family, and my memories of him will live on.
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Xusheng Chen posted a condolence
Friday, May 14, 2021
In Memory of Bob
I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn about the death of Bob, my colleague and great mentor. I clearly remember that after the emeriti lunch of 2019, Bob and his wife and I walked together out of SU campus, and he was so full of vigor and cheerful. Life is so unpredictable!
I went to SU for an interview in June 1987. Upon offering me the job, Bob (ECE Department chair at the time) told me that there were many ABDs (All but Dissertation) and advised me to obtain my PhD and then come to SU to teach. I came to SU in later December 1987 and started to teach on January 3, 1988. Bob and the other department colleagues came to my office to tutor and offer help to me all the time. Without Bob’s encouragement and tutoring, it was impossible for me to have a jump start at SU and later be tenured and promoted to associate professor and then professor. I am grateful to Bob!
Bob’s care for students was an inspiration for me and I have worked hard to follow his steps. I miss his kind heart and great smile.
Warmest regards to Bob’s family,
Xusheng Chen
Seattle University colleague
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Pat Daniels posted a condolence
Friday, May 14, 2021
Thank you for the information about the memorial service. Your father was a very kind and gentle person. His care for students embodied the mission of Seattle University.
Warmest regards to you and your family,
Pat Daniels
Seattle University colleague
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Don Falkenburg posted a condolence
Friday, May 14, 2021
I worked with Bob in the 1970s at Oakland University in the development of our pre engineering program for inner city high school students. Bob was mission-driven in his approach to education. He was one of the most innovative educators I have known, motivating students to learn the mathematics underpinning engineering thru discovery and experimentation. Our profession has lost a leader with his passing.
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Joe Orlando posted a condolence
Thursday, May 13, 2021
My prayers are with all in the Heeran family as you grieve this loss. Bob and I became friends through a program I ran at Seattle University, called "Colleagues in Jesuit Education", and I was always so thankful for his warmth, humor, and enthusiasm. When we ran into each other he always greeted me with a smile and he took a genuine interest in how we were trying to be a mission-centered university and encouraged me in my efforts, leading to many great conversations! I so appreciated his support and colleagueship. In gratitude for Bob, Joe
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Peggy Kennel posted a condolence
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Hey Stephanie, Jon, and Katy,
I'm so sorry for your loss--your dad's obituary was a beautiful tribute to him. Thanks for letting me know. I have the fondest recollections of you babysitting my 4 kids over the years and each of you taking care of the house at some time each summer. Your dad would walk across from Alva and we'd chat as he would check out my flowers and garden, summer after summer. He took such pride in you three and loved the fact that his Katy was a redhead. ;) Although many years have passed, I will always have the fondest memories of him, your mom, and you kids! But Grandkids?! How time flies! xoxo Peggy
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Kendra Sannerud posted a condolence
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Thank you so much for letting us know. I am sorry to hear about your father’s passing. I bet you have been missing your dad, as it seems maybe you grew a little closer as we all aged a bit. I think back to the good old Alva Avenue days and going ice skating on the weekends!
Lots of love and hugs to you and the family,
Kendra
(Lakewood neighbor)
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Shanda Denny posted a condolence
Thursday, May 13, 2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of your father, even though our time together was brief. I can't imagine how his passing has affected you and those who were close to him. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
With love,
Shanda
(Stephanie's Snoqualmie Pass ski friend)
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Margaret Hudson posted a condolence
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Thank you very much for reaching out. I saw a notice in the newspaper and was sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a delightful colleague. I'm glad to join in on the online memorial service this Saturday.
Best wishes,
Margaret Hudson
Seattle U
Biology Professor Emerita
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Zia Yamayee posted a condolence
Thursday, May 13, 2021
I am sorry for your loss. May Bob rest in peace, and you find comfort in Bob's memory. My thoughts and prayers are with you'll as you mourn the loss of a wonderful person that Bob was. Zia Yamayee (former Gonzaga University Dean of Engineering)
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Susan Reeder posted a condolence
Thursday, May 13, 2021
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Every time I saw Bob - at meetings or in the hallway at SU, he made me smile. He was always full of enthusiasm and energy and I miss that.
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Xusheng Chen posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
In Memory of Bob
I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn about the death of Bob, my colleague and great mentor. I clearly remember that after the emeriti lunch of 2019, Bob and his wife and I walked together out of SU campus, and he was so full of vigor and cheerful. Life is so unpredictable!
I went to SU for an interview in June 1987. Upon offering me the job, Bob (ECE Department chair at the time) told me that there were many ABDs (All but Dissertation) and advised me to obtain my PhD and then come to SU to teach. I came to SU in later December 1987 and started to teach on January 3, 1988. Bob and the other department colleagues came to my office to tutor and offer
help to me all the time. Without Bob’s encouragement and tutoring, it was impossible for me to have a jump start at SU and later be tenured and promoted to associate professor and then professor. I am grateful to Bob!
Bob’s care for students was an inspiration for me and I have worked hard to follow his steps. I miss his kind heart and great smile.
--- Xusheng Chen
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Bill Moorman posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
I wanted to send my sympathies to you and your family.
Bob was a very good friend of mine at EHS, and was a terrific all around guy. If I remember correctly, I think Bob was president of our senior class, and I was the V.P. So I knew him very well. We had a lot of classes together. He was definitely well liked by everyone in our class.
Sorry to hear the news, but I'm sure you and your family will have many good thoughts and memories about a great guy.
Best wishes,
Bill Moorman, EHS '56
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Marilyn (Lambert) Laatsch posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
I remember your father from science classes at EHS and choir. A tall, blond friendly guy. I was a “bussed in “ Moro girl who had limited contact with the “town kids” but have found memories of my EHS classmates. I was well prepared for my nursing school education. Thank you for taking the time to reach out to the people your father knew. We so need people who honor and care deeply about family and especially the elderly among us. May God comfort you and yours in the days ahead.
EHS '56
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Bob Reed posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
I’m so sorry to hear about Bob’s passing and really appreciate your letting me know about the online memorial service for your father this Saturday. I was fortunate to be able to have a few minutes with Bob during our last class reunion. Bob was a very special person during our high school days and set an example of how a person should live their life through his conversations and actions. Bob was greatly respected by all his fellow classmates. He will be greatly missed.
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Dave and Joanne Morton posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Thank you for letting me know about Bob's passing. We send our prayers and sympathy.
EHS '56
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Louis and Mary Baptist posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Condolences to your family from Louis and Mary Baptist:
Louis was a friend of Bob’s in high school, along with Walter Justice, Eddy Snyder, Cye Blackmore and others. Unfortunately we lost track of most of the classmates, as we all went in different directions. We currently live in Co.
Regards, Louis Class of 56 and Mary Class of 58 EHS.
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Roberta Mylan posted a condolence
Monday, May 10, 2021
I count myself as one of Bob’s lifelong friends, going through Edwardsville schools with him, seeing him at reunions, and visiting him when I lived a year in Seattle. He was a gentleman. What a pleasure to read about his productive, caring life. He left the world better because of his life. Roberta Brush Mylan ‘56
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Tere Osteyee posted a condolence
Monday, May 10, 2021
Bob was always a friendly face to brighten Sanctuary Choir rehearsal at Bellevue Presbyterian. He was among the first to welcome me when I joined the group six years ago. One could always count on a lively conversation on a variety of topics with him. I will certainly miss his warmth and laughter.
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Tom McGrath posted a condolence
Sunday, May 9, 2021
My sincere condolences to Bob's family.
Dr. BOB, as we called him on our ski bus, was a welcome rider, and an earlier student, on the bus for many years. As the "Bus Mom" I always took great pleasure in his sense of humor.
God Bless. Tom McGrath
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