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Oliver Robert Noyes

Oliver Noyes Obituary

Oliver Robert Noyes, 68, of San Luis Obispo passed away after a 19-month battle with brain cancer Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009, at home surrounded by family and friends. Born in July 1941 in Bellows Falls, Vt., he was the only child of Oliver Gordon and Rachael Wilcox Noyes. He attended Vermont Academy and graduated from Norwich University in 1963. Immediately following his graduation, Bob joined the U.S. Army and served on active duty overseas from 1964 to 1966. He then served 20 years in the Army Reserve and retired as a Lt. Colonel. Upon his return to the United States in 1967, he married Sandra Welch and began graduate school. He earned his master''s degree and Ph.D. from the University of Georgia in 1973. From 1974 to 2001, Bob was a professor of Food Science at Cal Poly. He was a 39-year member of the Institute of Food Technologists, where he served on many committees over the years. To honor his service, he was made a Fellow of the Institute. Bob was an avid fly fisherman who traveled the Americas in search of the ''perfect fly water.'' One of his many favorite spots was the Trinity River in Northern California, where his sons joined him for their annual vacation. Always in hand was a glass of good red wine. Bob is survived by his wife, Sandra; sons Doug Noyes of Atascadero and John (Mechelle) of Prescott, Ariz.; and twin granddaughters Amanda and Katie Noyes. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at the United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St. in San Luis Obispo. Contributions can be made to the IFT Foundation Hollingsworth Scholarship Fund, 525 West Van Buren St. Ste. 100, Chicago, IL 60607-3830 or Hospice Partners of the Central Coast, 277 South St. Ste. R, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Reis Family Mortuary 544-7400 San Luis Obispo

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Aug. 21, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Oliver Noyes

16 Entries

September 17, 2009

Sandra, I have only written this a thousand times and just could not find the words to express my feelings. All of you have lost someone very special. He will be missed by so many people but especially you and your sweet family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Alice Mikkleson

September 15, 2009

Dr Noyes was a great teacher and mentor. I graduated 1980 from Food Science. I also boarded my horse at his property and have wonderful memories of riding on the ridge behind his house.
Leslie Kulchin-Schoon

Bruce Broidy

September 12, 2009

I certainly remember Dr. Noyes as one of the key members and "backbone" of the faculty during the years I was a student in what started out as "Food Industries" and transitioned to "Food Science" by the time I graduated in 1980. I remember Dr. Noyes as upbeat and he made the student experience special. I am really sorry to see the news of his passing. May God rest his soul in eternity.

Ron Graf

September 11, 2009

I want to thank Dr. Noyes for being a great educator and mentor. Will never forget the old truck and his stories, great time.
god bless you

Karen Franklin Kohles

September 9, 2009

I am a 1989 Food Science graduate and Dr. Noyes had a large part in my college experience. I took many of his classes. He was also our Food Science Club advisor and we attended many out of town IFT conventions with him. He also made it possible for me to attend London Study as a sophomore by writing a recommendation for me. Without his help, I probably would not have been able to go and that trip to London was one of the best experiences of my life! I am sorry I won't ever be able to visit him and tell him what a difference he made in my life. My condolences to his family.

Leilani Carrara

September 9, 2009

It was a pleasure not only to meet Bob, but to take one of his last classes for the Wine Industry Cert. program. When we had the opportunity to honor him at the Vines to Wines Masquerade Dinner & Auction almost 2 years ago, I was so happy to see him surrounded by people that appreciated his hard work at the college, the WVIT program, and the club. I am thankful for all his contributions. He will be missed.

Michael Boone, MAJ USAR Retired

September 9, 2009

My deepest condolences to LTC Noyes’ family. The LTC was my company commander in the 1970’s when I commanded the detachment in Fresno. Bob was a good man that was a dedicated leader.

Misty Z

September 3, 2009

We are very sad to hear of your passing. Our thoughts are with Sandy and the rest of the family.
-Girls of Central Coast Pathology

Stacy Hollingsworth

August 27, 2009

My visit to see Bob and the rest of you the weekend of the 14th was special and I qppreciate the opportunity to visit when time was so apparently short.

michael quinones

August 24, 2009

wow i was fond of your husband and my prayers and thoughts are with you

Bruce Conway

August 23, 2009

Rest my dear friend. You will always be in my mind.

Pamela Lawson (Hernandez)

August 23, 2009

Sandy,
I am so very sorry to hear about Bob passing away! Deena e-mailed me late Saturday. He was one of the most special men I have ever met. He was always very supportive and encouraging to students. I still remember the encouragement and words of advise he gave to me over numberous years. This are words that impacted my life and career. He was a mentor and a friend. We will all miss him very much! I am truely sorry I was not able to keep in touch more. My thoughts and prayer will go out to your family during this time.

Pamela Lawson

Sally Boyd

August 22, 2009

Sandra,
Thinking of you especially today. Glad the "boys", Mechelle, Amanda and Katie are surrounding you along with your many friends.

We'll do the same when you reach Georgia.

Love to all,
Sally

Wanda Koszewski

August 22, 2009

Sandra, Doug and John, Bob was one of the true gentlemen left in our times. He had such a big heart and it was so easy to love him. He always made me feel special. I will miss his smile, advice and his once in awhile dirty jokes. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you. I wish I could be there with you this weekend but know that I am there in spirit.

Leon Duke

August 21, 2009

Sandra, Carole and I are so sorry to hear the news. I know Bob's fight was long and hard. The few times we had together were really great. From the UGA cookout to the Frazier Museum, there was never a dull moment. We will miss Bob and pray for you and your family.

Carole and Leon Duke

Denise Thomas-Gravatt

August 21, 2009

I am so deeply saddened by Bobs passing....he was one of the most memorable people of all time...he was a mentor for me during my trials and tribulations of my Cal Poly career...always had an ear available to listen and give advice...and am also greatly saddened that I can't be at his memorial service due to going out of the country today 8/21...I very much want to be there Sandy....I am so, so sorry that I hadn't visited with him for a long time....I would have loved to have yet another conversation with him about life and whats important to me right now so you could put another quote on the refrigerator....! Again...I am so sorry..my heart goes out to Doug and John and to you Sandy ....

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