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Walter Humberto Garcia
March 9, 2011
To the family of Robert (Bob) Wilkins I offer my deepest sympathies. Bob Wilkins was my instructor, clinical coordinator and mentor back in 1980-1981 when I was a respiratory therapy student at LLU. He leaves very unforgettable memories of my youth. He was our companion at Palm Springs Hospital on Thurdays when I had my clinical rotation there, and they had BBQ ribs.
He was an excellent source of advice not only academically, but professionally as well. I was so very happy when he started publishing his books, because I always took pride of being one of his students and he had much knowledge to share.
I last saw Dr. Wilkins at the AARC convention in Anaheim, California in 2008. He never lost his sense of humor. When we saw each other after nearly 30 years, he told me that I've gained great knowledge (as well as a "few" extra pounds) through the years.
I have become an educator, just as he was.
Instructors like Bob Wilkins, Howard Sanders, Bud Spearman,Timothy Henion, and Dr. Ralph Peters inspired me to become who I am today.
He will never be forgotten, his legacy is immense, and I always make sure I pass on his many advices to my students, who I always tell that a man like Dr. Robert (Bob) Wilkins is and will be a man very hard to match.
May he rest in peace. Amen
This is Walter Humberto Garcia (LLU Respiratory Therapy Class of 1981)
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Angela Guerrero
December 22, 2010
Mr. Wilkins was always pleasant and kind. His mannerisms were humble, but his contributions to his friends, collegues, and students were monumental. He left a legacy. God bless his family and friends. He blessed us.
Michael Maglanque
November 18, 2010
Condolences...
cynthia d
October 31, 2010
May he RIP i will remember him everytime I pick up his books.
Lynn Caldwell
October 6, 2010
I feel so fortunate to have been friends with Bob for the last twenty years. When I think of him, I picture his smile.
Robin Calderin
September 25, 2010
Just want you all to know that I am keeping you all in my prayers during this time. I'm glad that I was able to
see Bobby during a visit to CA a while back.
September 21, 2010
Kris and Tyler,
I'm so sorry. What a man. What a fighter. I am so sad.
Love to you all--Nick too.
Elaine Fleming
September 21, 2010
Hi Ruby,
Bobby was a delight to have around. His sense of humor and unique slant on life always had us thinking/laughing.
He loved sports-we played on the basketball/softball/football teams at SVA as comrades, beating the upper classes on a regular basis in our sophomore year to their chagrin many times.
Mrs. Dalton didn't appreciate Bobby's sense of humor as much as the rest of us did, and kicked him out of class a time or two, to our delight.
What great memories we/I will always have of Bobby!
I'm deeply sorry for your loss Ruby-no one should ever have to go thru the pain of outliving their child... But I'm confident that we'll all see Bobby again in the New Kingdom.
You did a wonderful job raising your kids on your own-you should be proud.
Love,
Tedd French
Louise Schneider
September 20, 2010
Dear Kris
We were out of town when the memorial service was held. Just returned yesterday from vacation. I am so sorry. I had no idea. Thankfully I know you have lots of support with your boys and many friends to help you. God bless you and be with you and keep you strong. Much love, Louise
UT Health Science Center at San Antonio Department of Respiratory Care and School of Health Professions
De De Gardner
September 20, 2010
We are all heavy hearted and deeply saddened about the loss of our great friend, and colleague. Our memories of Bob and with Bob are very dear to our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kris, Nick and Tyler. We will always remember Bob as a "father" of respiratory care education.
Donnie Benson
September 18, 2010
Dear Kris, Nick and Tyler. Bobby and I were about as close as A nephew and uncle can be and still be 3000 miles apart. I'm just so honored to be his uncle. Kris I'll never forget the hospitality you and Bobby showed Kay and I when we visited you in California a few years ago. Tyler and Nick ,I wish to maintain a relationship with you as your Dad and I had. This has left a void in my life that only you can help to fill. Uncle Donnie
Rita Eytcheson Robbie
September 18, 2010
Sending prayers and condolences for the family and friends of Bobby (as we knew him at Spring Valley Academy). He will be greatly missed by many.
Kevin Muth
September 17, 2010
I am deeply saddened on hearing about the loss of my best grade school friend. Time and distance changes much but memories of the past are forever close. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow. I will never forget the precious childhood memories of times that Bob and I spent together.
Clark Masangcay
September 17, 2010
Thoughts and Prayers for the Wilkins' family. I played several rounds of golf with Bob and his sons back when Palm Meadows was still open. Such a great bond with his boys and I was there to witness it. Always a gentleman on and off the course...
Marilyn Davidian
September 17, 2010
Bob left a strong legacy of scholarship and high standards for education at LLU. In addition, he truly cared for his students. His sense of humor definitely kept me going on difficult days. You are missed, Bob.
Ernie Schwab
September 17, 2010
Bob... you will be greatly missed by many, here at Loma Linda University. You have left a great legacy in the form of leadership, organization and scholarship. The latter - scholarship - was an incredible strength you shared with both colleagues and students. We all revelled in the pride of having the senior author of Egan's as one of our very own. Thanks for all you've done to leave us this legacy.
September 17, 2010
Our family along with students, faculty and alumni of Loma Linda University in Saudi Arabia, extend our heartfelt sympathy to Kris, Tyler and Nick. Bob was my clinical instructor 1979-80 and later in life was my chairman. His mentoring went a long way in preparing me for my career. Two years ago I had a chance to complement him on his global publications and he surprised me by saying his 1st publication was 2nd author to a student by the name of Richard Nelson. That was Bob, encouraging others to achieve. That spirit continues with those he trained. Next week with the start of classes our students will be carrying Bob's textbooks in their backpacks … his legacy continues. Our son Billy still has the baseball Bob tossed to him before he left for Texas. We look forward to seeing Bob again. Richard Nelson, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Ted Hirsch
September 16, 2010
Bobby. Such a wonderful memories of my high school friend. You will be remembered.
Vicky Irvine
September 16, 2010
Aunt Ruby you are in my thoughts,all of the family was so proud of Bobby.
tony valenzuela
September 16, 2010
Hey buddy I'm going to miss you, especially talking of our days in grad school sitting on the back of class cracking up about our professors. Thanks for your friendship and for the great kid you sent us, I'll be his unofficial uncle now. Love, tony valenzuela
Barbie Bylsma-Houghton
September 16, 2010
My heart is heavy and my sorrow deep as I think fondly of Bobby, my friend. My prayers go out to Kris, and Tyler and Nick as they come together with family at this time. Words cannot express my sincere appreciation for Bobby and his family and the love and joy they have repeatedly shown me through out the years. I look forward to the day I can give him a hug in heaven and again recall with him the fun time we have shared. I loved you Bobby. Sincerely, Barbie Bylsma-Houghton
Nita Wallace
September 16, 2010
Bob was such a true gentleman and wonderful colleague. All of us at the School of Health Professions in the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio cherished the time that Bob and Kristi spent with us and continued to appreciate his contributions to the students and Respiratory Care after they returned to CA. As his Chair colleague, I especially appreciated his practical approach, his wisdom, and sense of humor during tough times. He is an inspiration to us all in the way he handled his life and his death. My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with Kristi and the family as they remember Bob and move forward with their lives the way he would have wanted. May you rest in peace--I am blessed to have known you!
David Wheeler
September 16, 2010
I am very saddened to learn of the passing of Bobby Wilkins, my high school friend and colleague at Kettering Memorial Hospital Food Service back in the day. With deepest sympathy for his family and friends, particularly his sister and brother and law, Drs. Peter and Linda Chu.
R.I.P., Bobby
Karen Mainess
September 16, 2010
I will miss seeing your face around here at Loma Linda University. We didn't know each other well but we were colleagues.
Noha Daher
September 16, 2010
Bob will be missed greatly.My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time of grief. May the memories that you shared together bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Ken Burke
September 16, 2010
My deepest sympathies. I will never forget the kind words you spoke to me after my Tom's death.
Keith Colburn
September 16, 2010
Bob will be missed by me and the rest of his Sunday golfing buddies. He was the life of the party on Sundays. St. Peter is going to have a difficult time keeping up with him on those Celestial golf courses. Rest peacefully, "ol friend". Keith Colburn (Loma Linda Univ.)
Always smiles to those around him!
Barbara Parton
September 16, 2010
“Strange is our situation here upon earth. Each of us comes for a short visit, not knowing why, yet sometimes seeming to a divine purpose. From the standpoint of daily life, however, there is one thing we do know: That we are here for the sake of others...for the countless unknown souls with whose fate we are connected by a bond of sympathy. Many times a day, I realize how much my outer and inner life is built upon the labors of people, both living and dead, and how earnestly I must exert myself in order to give in return as much as I have received.” Quote by Albert Einstein.
As Bob hired me as the secretary to the Dept. of CPS he touched my life just as he did many other countless souls. Much heartfelt sympathy and respect goes out to Bob's and his family.
Nancy Colletti
September 16, 2010
The KCMA family wishes to extend our condolences to Bob's family. Bob is a well respected colleague who will be missed greatly. We have all been blessed by his presence in our lives and will continue to keep these blessings close at heart in the future.
Tommy Rust
September 16, 2010
Our sincerest condolences to Dr. Wilkins family in this time of sorrow. The Concorde Career College Family.
September 16, 2010
Bob, was a terrific friend who I respected immensely. If there is an after-life. I hope Bob is playing a round of golf. No one I know, can match his intellect, quick wit and sense of humor. Real loss to the profession and his friends.
Tom Barnes
Boston & Tenants Harbor, Maine
September 16, 2010
One of the few professors who believed in me... Sergio Iniguez DVM, RCP
Kelly Crawford-Jones
September 15, 2010
All the students, therapists and faculty from Illinois Central College and Peoria, Illinois send our deepest sympathy to Dr. Wilkin's family. We hold him in such high regard and he will be missed.
Dee Arkell
September 15, 2010
On behalf of my family and students at Spokane Community College, Respiratory Care Program, I want to offer Bob's family our sincere sympathy for their loss. We have turned many a page of the textbooks Bob has authored, we have listened to him speak at our RCSW conference, and I was fortunate to be one of his BS graduates at LLU back in the 90's. Hope they play hockey up there Bob. Dee Arkell
Kathy Moss
September 15, 2010
Students and faculty of the University of Missouri Respiratory Therapy Program extend their sincere gratitude for Dr. Wilkins' significant contributions to our learning. Please accept our condolences.
Venessa Agado
September 15, 2010
Wilkins Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Dr. Wilkins was a great professor and his legacy lives on through each of us that practices respiratory care.
Terry LeGrand
September 15, 2010
Dr. Robert Wilkins succeeded me as Chair of the Respiratory Care program at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Prior to that I taught respiratory care students for many years using Bob's patient assessment textbook. We always referred to our textbook simply as "Wilkins" so when I finally met him and got to know him personally, it was like a legend had come to life for me. I extend my deepest sympathy to Bob's wife and family members. He will be sorely missed.
Tom and Cindy Malinowski
September 15, 2010
Kris, Tyler and Nick,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob will always be remembered by us as a teacher, author and colleague, but most of all as the proudest father that two sons could have.
I will always remember Bob as a competitor, particularly in sports. It was a joy to play softball with Bob, and he always enjoyed when the faculty team at LLU put the "beat down" on the various student teams...
May God bless you during this difficult time...
Kelly Coreas (Matzen)
September 15, 2010
To my teacher, mentor, and friend... thank you for all that you have helped me with along the way.
Vickie Sciacqua
September 14, 2010
Kris-
I have many fond memories of Bob. He was an incredible man and an excellent mentor to many. My time at Loma Linda had a huge impact on my professional growth, much of that due to Bob. My condolences to you and your family.
Duc Nguyen
September 14, 2010
Kristi and family,
I remember Dr. Wilkins as a very smart and funny man. I will keep Dr. Wilkins and the family in my prayers. My deepest sypathy.
Shelva Arehart
September 14, 2010
Dear Kris,
We will always remember Bob as a kind, generous person of his time and humor. He did so much to keep in touch with his extended family. You must be so proud of him most of all as husband and dad, but also of his great contributions he made to medicine. Please keep in touch and know that you are in our prayers. Love Much Shelva and family
Hugh Magee
September 14, 2010
Our condolences to the Wilkins Family and Friends.
"May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
May the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And, until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand."
Irish Blessing
Carol & Rose Good
September 14, 2010
We only met Bob once, but thru Linda (Bob's sister) and Ruby (Bob's mom) we feel we have known Bob for a long time. Each Sabbath we go to lunch together after Church with Linda, Ruby and Peter and many times getting an update on Bob was a part of that conversation. Kris and boys, we send our thoughts and prayers to you at this difficult time. Linda, Peter and Ruby always described Bob as a loving and kind person. Our deepest symphathies.
Billie Sharp
September 14, 2010
Kris, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Working with Bob has been a highlight of my career at Elsevier. He was such a kind, gentle, and warm person. I will always have fond memories. God has called him home and he is at peace and whole again. Please know that you WILL see him again. May God give you strength and comfort in this very difficult time. You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathies~
Bob and Kris, Fall 2009
George and Michelle Hampton
September 14, 2010
Bob; Thank you for showing us how a real man deals with adversity. I will always remember your grace and humor. I am glad I had a chance to spend time with you, I am a richer man for it. Kris, we love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susanne Lilly
September 14, 2010
Kris & family~
You are in my thoughts more than you know this week. Bobby was wonderfully inspiring and much-loved by our family. I know he will be greatly missed. With love & deepest sympathy~
See you later my friend
Letty Trevino
September 14, 2010
Kristi,
I am at a loss for words. Dr. Bob was a wonderful man. I will miss our conversations about raising boys that played sports and the many weekends spent at tournaments. Making memories and having fun...I know he cherished those times with you and your sons. May God grant you comfort and peace in those memories. I am blessed just to have known him. My love and prayers are with you.
September 14, 2010
Bobby, I will always remember you as the one who could make us laugh. You have inspired us to be our best and you will be missed.
Penny and Jeff Cooper
Uyen Mang
September 13, 2010
“A smile happens in a flash, but the memories can last a lifetime.”
Steve & Marie Cool
September 13, 2010
Many fine memories over the years. A very good Husband,Dad, Grandad and a wonderful friend. In a "Blink" there is going to be a grand reuniting. Thanks for sharing Bob with us. Baseball,Skating,Golf. Good times and many laughing days. A very couragous person.
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