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GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Robert (Bob) Norman Harrison
March 2, 2002 - Robert (Bob) Norman Harrison, 53, died peacefully at Victoria Hospice on February 27, 2002. He was predeceased by his brother Frank in 1979; his mother Mae in 1992; and his father George in 1999. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife Judy; family; friends; colleagues; and teammates. Bob was best known for his compassion, integrity and inspiration on and off the court. His athletic talents were many, including his service on the coaching staff of the Canadian Men’s Olympic Volleyball teams for 1976 and 1984. He was head coach of the men’s volleyball teams for the University of Winnipeg (1975-1977) and the University of Victoria (1980-1985). Following his coaching career, he enjoyed many years playing volleyball and basketball on club teams and was an active member of volleyball at the YMCA. Bob also worked in the Math Department at the University of Victoria. He was committed to helping students building confidence and proficiency in mathematics in his classes and the Math Assistance Centre. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held on Sunday, May 26th, at the Southwood Golf and County Club starting at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice, or to the Scholarship Fund of Mathematics, in memory of Bob Harrison (donations can be sent to the Development Office, University of Victoria, P.O. Box 3060, Victoria, BC, V8W 3R4).
Newspaper: Winnipeg Free Press, Saturday, May 11, 2002, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Contacts: Garry Weir and Judy Weir |
