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Robert Warfield Obituary
November 30, 1932 - November 22, 2017
Robert passed away on Nov. 22 with his family at his side. Born in Martinez, CA to parents Flora Lorinda Gardner and William Jennings Bryan Warfield; attended schools in Martinez; graduated from Alhambra High School then enlisted in the US Airforce. Subsequently he attended S.F. State College earning a B.A. Degree, teaching credential and M.A. Degrees in Education, Administration, Counselling.
Robert joined the So. S.F. Unified School district in 1959 as teacher and coach. He then became the Assistant Principal in charge of Discipline, Counselling and Student Activities The last 14 years before retirement in 1997 were at El Camino High School in So. S.F. as Assistant Principal in the same capacity. After retirement he was the Coordinator of the Outdoor Ed program until 2014.
Robert is survived by his wife and partner of 43 years, Sonia; his children by a former marriage to Janette Clausen (deceased), sons Robert E. (Jill), William, daughter Karen Anderson (Darin), step-children Steven Ravaglioli (Bonnie), Dina Dewes (Roger), Douglas J. Ravaglioli, 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
Memorial service on Jan. 6, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of St. Matthew in San Mateo.
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Tina Castro
June 20, 2018
He was a great role model.He gave me a chance and I really appreciated him
Dana Gaffney
January 7, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to Sonja and family. I have many fond memories you Sonja and Bob
Julie Martin Manuel
January 6, 2018
I remember him catching us smoking but we were outside the back gate so he couldn't do anything. He did really care for all the students. RIP
Gene Mullin
December 20, 2017
Bob was a wonderful colleague, always helpful and upbeat with both teachers and students. He was a great role model who enjoyed his job, and helped us to enjoy ours as well. We are all better for having known him. May he rest in peace.
Lorena Gebotsreiber Medel
December 15, 2017
R.I.P. Mr. Warfield. My prayers go out to the family.
El Camino High School, Class of '84
richard guaraldi
December 15, 2017
Mr Warfield was the Best PE teacher I ever had. He was always helpful and had a great smile. He would make you work, but you did not know how hard it was. He made everything look easy. The heavens have a great coach now.
Robert Tull
December 14, 2017
Mr. Warfield was outstanding as a "boys dean" at South San Francisco High School. He seemed to know when to be the enforcer and when to be the counselor. I remember the few times I was sent to him, he always attempted to counsel me, and it was just what I needed. He told me I came from a good family, and anything less than good behavior was unacceptable. When I went home one night I actually told my mother Arline, that I had been sent to Mr. Warfield and how he encouraged me to do better. I took his words to heart, and into the military with me where I received four Good Conduct Medals over 21 years. May the Lord Almighty Bless You Mr Warfield for what you did for me and for I'm sure many thousands of young students who walked through your doors. God Bless You and watch over your family.
Maurine Thompson
December 14, 2017
Sorry to hear. I remember giving him grief when my hotpants were a little too short! I was a TA in his office 1968-69. A good man.
December 14, 2017
Sad to hear this news re: Coach. He had such a big influence on those he coached and taught. He will be missed by all of us. An Icon at both So. City and El Camino.
John de Graaf
December 14, 2017
One of those unforgettable teachers. he will be missed! I was lucky to have PE classes with him! John, class of 64.
Debbie Edwards
December 14, 2017
My condolences to his family and friends. He was the assistant principal at So. City when I went there. Tough, but fair and always friendly.
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