Robert-Shlens-Obituary

Robert Dale Shlens M.D.

Los Angeles, California

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August 29, 1935 - December 5, 2014 Doctor Shlens passed away from Pancreatic Cancer at age 79. He contracted paralytic poliomyelitis at age 10, the year before the Salk Vaccine became available. He spent the next 9 months in an "Iron Lung" breathing machine. He was informed that he would not be...

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Dr Shlens .. you owned a building that I managed near Beverly Hills. You knew how much I loved taking care of your building and almost 25 years later I´m a real estate agent and I also do property management. I always wondered if you were OK you are unique soul. One that I am sure not to forget rest in paradise.

We hold you in our memories forever and you remain here in our hearts.

You will be missed, my friend. Breakfast at the Beverly Wilshire became a required part of every West Coast trip for the last 10 years. Your brother and I will have to keep up the tradition.

It was an honor to have known you and to have worked for you. RIP, Bob....you are greatly missed.

An amazing man...an amazing life...I was gifted to have known him and more gifted that he recognized me..RIP Bob...Thank you for your trust.

An amazing man

God bless this man.
Heaven just got another Angel?

paul m brown

Bob Shlens didn't just walk tall - he touched the stars! He didn't just have courage - he was fearless! He didn't just have a strong will - he was fiercely determined to make life better for all humankind. He also leaves behind his beloved dogs Bubba, Angel and Biscotti. May he always continue to be an inspiration to us all for the life he lead.