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Bob
Landis – UESF mourns passing of friend, leader, warrior
San Francisco,
SFUSD, and UESF lost a great friend and warrior last month with
the passing of Bob Landis. Bob was a veteran and a teacher for
almost four decades. Along with his wife Bette, he was an activist
within the Democratic Party, a leader of the local CTA, and one
of the people whose dedication and energy made the merger that
resulted in the UESF come to successful fruition. Even in retirement,
Bob continued to serve with his monthly trips to Sacramento to
keep an eye on the retirement board.
As a music
teacher at Giannini Middle School, Bob touched the lives of countless
young people in whom he infused a love of music. As a teacher
leader, Bob touched the lives of thousands of us who profited
by his resolute belief in the union and the profession and his
example of cheerful perseverance.
Shortly before
his passing, Bob was honored by the School Board at a session
where they resolved to name the auditorium at Giannini in his
honor. His life and accomplishments polished and brought praise
to the image of a teacher. He honored all of us by his example,
and we will be in his debt as we go forward with the work to which
he dedicated his life.
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