Birth date: Jul 2, 1929 Death date: Nov 14, 2022
Weslaco- Robert Leestamper, 93, passed away at his home in Weslaco on Monday, November 14th, 2022. Arrangements are pending. Read Obituary
I have thought of "old Bob" so many times over the last few years. Wrote a letter. Never printed and mailed it. Called once, only to discover that Bob was in so much pain I think we both were secretly concluding things would likely be better in the next world. Or not world, depending on what highly intelligent old Bob concluded was worth believing, as he found out for sure. He was a GREAT friend and a wonderful neighbor.
I worked with Bob at the University of Northern Iowa for years. He was so smart and was devoted to international education, but with a wicked sense of humor. He and Barbara hosted "the" Superbowl party that everyone attended - even people like me who had no interest in the game. For years after we had both left Iowa, he would call me on Superbowl Sunday to ask if I were coming to the party. A wonderful man who made such an impact on the lives of many, including me.
Bob was my friend and the best mentor I ever had. He was special in every way. Words are not adequate to express all of the feelings of gratitude I have because he changed my life in every respect. Bruce Peterson, Santa fe ,NM
I last met Bob some 40 years ago when he was my friend and mentor at Richmond American International College in London. I remember him fondly as a man of wisdom and humour, diplomacy and integrity. I send his family my deepest condolences. Bob was one of the most humane individuals I have ever had the privilege to know. Peter Smith, Devon, England
I last met Bob some 40 years ago when he was my friend and mentor at Richmond American International College in London. I remember him fondly as a man of wisdom and humour, diplomacy and integrity. I send his family my deepest condolences. Bob was one of the most humane individuals I have ever had the privilege to know. Peter Smith, Devon, England
