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Yong Tao
November 29, 2021
Bob,
You are forever remembered by us, as a first mentor to my academic career, a friend and a role model to me and my family. Many times after I left University of Saskatchewan, you visited us and advised my graduate students in Florida and Texas. You are with us forever. Rest in piece, Yong, Vivian, Yuan and Alisa.
p.s.: Joyce, so sorry to hear Bob passing. We did not know until I am going to send a Christmas card for 2021. Take care of yourself.
em
November 22, 2021
My condolences for the loss of your loved one. May The God of all comfort, comfort your hearts and grant your family peace during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:17
Greg Schoenau
November 6, 2021
Very sorry to hear about Bob. But he did live a very full life making an immense contribution to building science and the Department of Mechanical Engineering. His legacy lives on after him.
He was a definitely a mentor of mine although I doubt I ever lived up to his expectations. I dreaded taking over the headship of the department when he resigned after 11 years of yeoman service. His capacity for work was immense. It was truly a one man show. He ran the entire graduate program and a good chunk of the undergraduate as well. Work that eventually had to be done by several committees.
The leadership he provided in research was exemplary. I had the privilege of working with him and Dick VanEee on the development of the first HRV. This device is now widely manufactured for use in homes and other buildings. Bob very early on recognized the need for this product and sent me a sketch of his idea for us to consturct when he was on sabbatical in the US. It was made out of plywood and polyethylene. It evolved into a unit made out of choroplast plastic sheets and which is the same basic construction used by most manufacturers today. He was also the key player for the college on the task force that developed the one of the world's first super insulated homes.
Besides being an eminent scholar, he was a true gentleman.I don't ever recall him raising his voice and certainly never reprimanding anyone. When working with you, he would often just patiently wait and prod a bit until you caught up.
Again, I consider myself very fortunate to have known and worked with Bob.
Greg Schoenau
Allan Johnson
November 6, 2021
Hi Joyce, Bob, as you might remember, was my advisor for my Masters. More than this, he was one of three men that were most influential in my life. My interests are still heat recovery and I continue to be called upon as knowledgeable in the HVAC field. Including member ASHRAE. Bob was ahead of his time, and in these days of climate change issues, his guidance will be missed. Al
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