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Robert McCaslin Obituary
McCASLIN,
Sen.Robert L.
"Bob"
(Age 84)
Passed away on March 13, 2011 in Spokane Valley, WA. Sen. McCaslin was born on April 20, 1926 in Warren, Ohio to George D. and Alene (Weber) McCaslin. Bob served in the U.S. Navy for 27 months during WWII. He has been a Spokane Valley resident for 59 years and was very active in his local community and in Washington State Government. He graduated in 1952 from Washington State College with a BA degree in Sociology. Bob was employed with Kaiser Aluminum for 17 years. He was a Production Advisor for Hindustan Aluminum Corp. in India and also worked with Comalco Proprietary Ltd in Sydney, Australia. He served in many local positions including Fire Commissioner for six years, former PTA President, former Chair of the Valley Chamber of Commerce, and most recently as a Spokane Valley City Council Member, elected in 2010. Sen. Bob McCaslin began his work as a Senator in 1980 and retired from the Washington State Senate in 2010 due to health issues. Sen. McCaslin was the last WWII veteran to serve in the Washington State Senate where he chaired numerous committees throughout his tenure. Bob is survived by his daughter: Janie McCaslin; son: Bob (Heather) McCaslin; and two grandchildren, Anne and Brian McCaslin all of the Spokane Valley. He is also survived by a sister Colleen; and brothers, George and Ray. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Wanda McCaslin in 1995. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 27, 2011 at University High School, 12420 E 32nd Ave., Spokane Valley WA, 99216. In Lieu of flowers memorial may be made to your favorite charity in memory of Sen. Bob McCaslin.
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David Hazzard
March 27, 2011
Never one afraid to "take the heat" as he used to say Bob did a fine job representing the people of the Spokane Valley. He always made me feel special with a smile and a handshake.
Jesse Richardson
March 27, 2011
In the early 1980s when sewers were being proposed for the Spokane Valley the expense to home owners would have been devastating. Senator Mc Caslin joined with our citiziens to change the funding so that it was fair and reasonable. We owe a great debt of gratitude to Senator Mc Caslin
March 21, 2011
The Ladies and Gentlemen of the Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Sen. Robert L. McCaslin for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Linda Anne House, Founding Member
Judy Rogers-LaVigne
March 17, 2011
I have worked for the Senate Republican Caucus for almost 12 years. During that time I got to know Senator McCaslin very well. He was one of the most warm, compassionate and funny people I have ever known. He always took the time to ask about me and how I was doing and I was one of probably 100's that he "proposed" to. :) I miss him alot and count myself as blessed for having known him.
Abby Burlingame
March 16, 2011
I was the last intern fortunate enough to work for Senator McCaslin and I will always be grateful that I was given that opportunity. As a kid I admired Ellen Craswell which just so happened to be his friend and ally many years ago. He told me stories of thier battles against tax increases and the pranks he would pull on her. I often found it a wonderful coincidence that I had been chosen to work for someone who knew Ellen so well and could inspire me with those memories. It reminded me that being a representative is not only about making difficult decisions but is about your character as well. As a Senator, he impacted people daily and I believe he served knowing that it gave him an opportunity to make a difference in our lives. Watching him educate young people about policy issues when they came to ask for his support gave me a great appreciation for his opinions. I knew that he would never change just to gain a vote or to be more persuasive. His example inspired me to run for office this past year and I will remain appreciative of the opportunities that he gave me. He was a kind, generous and thoughtful man who will be missed greatly.
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