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Robert Conover Obituary
Robert "Bob" W. Conover died Saturday, January 28, 2012, in Rancho Mirage, CA, at the age of 74. Born on October 6, 1937 in Manhattan, Kan., he was the son of Robert W. Conover, Sr. and Darline G. Grinstead. Bob graduated from Manhattan (Kan.) High School. He earned a Bachelor's degree at Kansas State University, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He received a Masters degree in Library Science at the University of Denver. He began his professional library career at Fresno County Public Library and was Library Director at Yolo County Public Library where he oversaw the construction of the Davis Public Library, Fullerton Public Library where a new main library was funded and constructed during his tenure, Pasadena Public Library and Palos Verdes Library District. Bob ended his career as Library Director at the City of Commerce (CA) Public Library. Bob will be remembered and cherished by his many friends for his quick wit and generous heart. We celebrate his life and legacy, but mourn his passing. He leaves Tom Lutgen, his loving and devoted partner and spouse of 43 years of Palm Springs, his sister Elizabeth Taggart of Wichita, Kan., his nephew David Taggart and his wife Bea of Miami, and his sister-in-law Patricia Lutgen of Riverside. Funeral Mass, Friday, Feb. 3rd, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 125 W. El Alameda, Palm Springs. Reception immediately following. Memorial donations to a charity of your choice or to one of Bob's favorites would be appreciated: Robert W. Conover Sr., Memorial Fund, Dept. of English, c/o Kansas State University Foundation, 2323 Anderson Avenue, Suite 500, Manhattan, KS 66502-2911, 800-432-1578.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Conover
herbert j. berger
January 26, 2025
often think of our times together--
more so now that gloria is gone.
gloria & herbert berger
January 27, 2019
very fond memories of bob and the times we all spent together. Gloria & herb
gloria & herb berger
May 14, 2012
many fond memories of our cruising
together and friendship over the years.
all our best wishes,
gloria & herb
February 4, 2012
Tom, you and Bob have been such dear friends, from the days you and I were on the Santa Ana Public Library staff. I remember the first time I returned to CA after moving to MN, staying in your home in Pasadena; you and Bob were such thoughtful hosts. I know how hard it is to lose a partner; my thoughts are with you.
Judith
Patti Brown Finie
February 3, 2012
Dear Tom, Peter and I were saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest sympathy,
Patti
Jane Taylor
February 2, 2012
My dearest Bob,
This is the last note I shall be sending you after all of these years. In my heart, you will always be Bobby, my lifetime friend. You are and forever will be special in my memories. Thanks for being the kind and caring person you have always been. I shall miss you, my friend. I shall keep your dear Tom in my prayers.
Remembering you with love,
Janie
February 2, 2012
I have good memories of Bob from grade school and college and send condolences to his friends in California.
Jay Workman, Port Lavaca, Texas
Sonia Isotov
February 1, 2012
My condolescenses to Tom, my friend and mentor for many years, my thoughts are with you. Best regards, Sonia
February 1, 2012
Tom: Sent a note earlier, but I don't think it printed. Want to say that Tad & I will miss Bob a lot. We send our sincere condolences and wishes for comfort now, support at this time, and wishes for a long life and happiness in the future. Richard & Tad
February 1, 2012
RIP good friend. Thanks for the wonderful memories we shared. You will be missed. Love,
Frank and Gary, Rancho Mirage
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