Robert 'Bob' Parker

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