Robert "Bob" Carlisle

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Robert Carlisle Obituary

Robert "Bob" Carlisle Passed Away on August 12, 2023 at the age of 92 in Aptos, CA.Born in Lafayette, CA in 1931 to Elmore and Alice Carlisle. Bob's family was blessed with his sisters Carol Wallace and Mary Schwabenland. He attended the University of Berkeley and majored in French. He enlisted in the Army, during basic training he had the opportunity to test in foreign languages and he passed with flying colors. They immediately transfer him to Washing ton D.C. and he worked in the State Department for 2 years. Returning to California he decided that he wanted to teach. He taught at San Jose High School. He then took a sabbatical and traveled to Madrid, Paris, Vienna, and Luxembourg. Returning to the states, he was re-assigned to teach foreign language at Willow Glen High School which is where he ended his teaching career.Bob meet his wife Doris at Willow Glen High. He took over the role as stepfather to Linda Kreutzmann Wilson and Mark Kreutzmann. He was a dedicated father to the two of them. The Carlisle's spent many summers abroad, they developed summer trips for students from Willow Glen High and visited many amazing places.Bob was a wonderful pianist and Doris was a violinist. They enjoyed playing together and entertained at many retirement homes in the area as well as playing with the Cabrillo Orchestra and Chamber group. Bob was a member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in Aptos.Bob passed away at home comforted by his family, care givers, books, and piano.Survived by Doris his wife of 52 years, his two stepchildren Linda Wilson (David), Mark Kreutzmann (Saundra), 2 grandchildren William Wilson (Zhu) and Amanda Murdock (Brian) and 3 great granddaughters Alyssa, Rylee and Serena. His sister Mary Schwabenland (Monroe) and Sister in-law Sharon Usedom and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his sister Carol Wallace.The family would like to extend their gratitude to his caregivers Angel, Delfina and Veronica. Private Celebration of Life will be held later.Those wishing to remember Bob may make a contribution in his honor to Hospice of Santa Cruz County (http://www.hospicesantacruz.org).

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Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on Sep. 2, 2023.

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Lynda Martinez, SJHS Class of 1963

January 18, 2024

Bob Carlisle taught & led the Languages Dept @ San Jose High School in the late 50's to mid 60's. He was a wonderful Spanish teacher & his students never forgot him. When my Class of '63 celebrated our 40 yr reunion in 2003 @ Lou's Village, we invited faculty from 'back in the day' & 14 wonderful teachers/coaches attended, including Bob. For the last 20 yrs I've organized luncheons for our class, & Bob & Doris have attended many of them. So special to call Bob a friend. I last spoke on the phone with him & Doris in 2023 & knew his health issues were keeping him from driving anymore & getting out ...I am sorry to learn of his passing, but I know nine decades of life is a blessing, & he has now seen the face of God. Heartfelt condolences to Doris & family.

Tracy Weiman

January 3, 2024

I had Mr Carlisle from 1977 to 1979 for French, German and Italian, and I've never forgotten him. He was a wonderful teacher, but also such a nice and interesting man. I remember him telling me of a play he was involved in that was being staged in French at Villa Montalvo - something from the 17th century, I can't remember now. And as he was a huge opera fan, he loaned me his 'Turandot' and 'Dreigroschenoper' record sets one Christmas vacation, and I listened for two weeks.

I had often wondered what happened to him - I was very glad to see that he lived to such a ripe old age and had such a loving family. I'm now 63 and live in Europe, and his love for language has served me well to this day.

Nicole (Holler) Gallizioli

September 4, 2023

I'm sad to hear of the passing of one of my favorite teachers of all time. I remember 3 years of French with M.Carlisle as a kind, patient man with a witty sense of humor, a great smile and a perfectly styled cravat. 37years later, every time I speak French, I think of you and thank you for sharing your craft. Repose en paix Monsieur. Dear Mrs.Carlisle, my sincere condolences

William Harang

September 4, 2023

I'm sorry to read about the recent passing away of Mr. Robert (Bob) Carlisle. I remember him from Willow Glen High School in San Jose, CA in the past. I send my condolences to his wife and to the family.

JulieAnn Castello Personius

September 4, 2023

Doris, I have thought so many times about Mr. Carlisle and how much he taught me. I am sorry that I did not communicate it to him but wanted your family to know. His was my favorite class always and what he taught me in learning to speak French, changed my life and brought me great joy. God bless and help you after your loss.

Scott Johnston

September 4, 2023

I had Mr Carlisle for Spanish as a sophomore I believe. I struggled in the class initially, but eventually ended up doing well. He started talking about food and travel and it made the language more interesting. I remember him flagging me down in the hall between classes to tell me I got my first A on a quiz. He seemed so shocked. I graduated WG class of 1981.
Scott Johnston

Jules Dickinson

September 3, 2023

I spent many years learning German and Italian sitting in the front row of Mr. Carlisle´s classroom at Willow Glen. He was a great person and a great teacher!

Penny Hanna

September 2, 2023

Robert was one of the kindest, intelligent, talented and generous human I've had the pleasure of knowing. Robert was a member of the Stroke Center (SDLC) choir for many years, and was my go-to for any questions about singing in French, Italian, German, and Spanish. A highlight of his singing with the choir was soloing on "Volare" in Italian. It brought the house down. We shall miss him very much, and sing a song in his honor at our next rehearsal. My condolences to the entire family. He was much loved by all who were fortunate to meet him.

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