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Robert 'Bob' Parker, born November 2, 1935, passed away at age 83 of kidney failure in Tucson, Arizona on September 6, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ann; daughter Laura and two grandsons. He was predeceased by his son, Steve in 2017.
After graduation from USC, Bob served in the Navy for three years before beginning his career with Ryerson Steel. After 30 years he retired, exchanged the beach life for a new life adventure in Lake Arrowhead. He became an avid golfer and developed skills with woodworking, model ship building and oil painting. After eight years of 'winter', he and Ann moved to Tucson where golf became a year-round activity, along with travel to most of the world. His life was lived well.
Ann Parker, Bob's wife
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Jack L Seal (1954)
Bob was my best friend. We met in about the 5th grade at Marengo Grammar School and remained close friends through high school. We played many baseball games together and had a strong bond. Bob entered USC in fall 1954 and was a member of the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity. I entered USC as a junior in fall 1956 and after a semester also became a member of Phi Sigma Kappa. We were roommates in the fraternity and both graduated from the School of Commerce in spring 1958. Then Bob entered the Navy for 3 years and we kind of lost touch with other. Even though we were not as close as the years went by, I still had a strong admiration for Bob. He was one of the most competitive and resolute people I have ever known. If he set a goal, nothing would stop him from reaching it. I could always count on Bob, no matter what it involved. He was like a counselor to me and gave me strength. I was with Bob on the night he met his wife, Ann. I will always remember Bob and will cherish the memories we shared growing up in South Pasadena. Jack Seal