G. Robert (Bob) Lecklider
G. Robert (Bob) Lecklider passed at home at the age of 93 on May 16, 2016. He was preceded in death in December, 2014, by his wife of 61 years, Nancy. They were both long term residents of the area. Bob was an avid golfer, downhill skier and pilot throughout his life. He worked professionally as a Civil Engineer and Land Surveyor in Oregon and Alaska. He also taught Surveying and Drafting at the Oregon Institute of Technology for 17 years. As a young man, he enlisted in the Army and was accepted into paratrooper training. He would later serve as a corpsman in the medical detachment, and eventually was attached to A Company, 1st Battalion, 517th Airborne Division which was part of the European invasion during World War II. Through his stunning courage and bravery (although he would never admit it openly), Bob was awarded three Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars and a Silver Star. His commendation stated: ÛÏCorporal Lecklider, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, advanced to a front line position to administer first aid and evacuate the seriously wounded. His courage and cool indifference to all types of enemy fire reflects the highest credit upon himself and the Airborne Forces of the United States Army.Û He is survived by his daughter Barbara, son Brad, granddaughters Megan and Caitlin, and his two great-granddaughters Kamryn and Hazel. A joint celebration of Bob and NancyÛªs life together is planned for mid-August.
Sending my prayer to the family.
RIP
Bob was a great surveyor, a manÛªs man and an amazing person. He helped me learn surveying and some life's lessons.
He will always be remembered with a smile.
Bob was a great surveyor, I agree. He stayed at it a long time. RIP and tailwinds Bob.
Wow, sounds like a hulluva guy! When did he teach at OIT?
Edward Reading, post: 384358, member: 132 wrote: Wow, sounds like a hulluva guy! When did he teach at OIT?
Not sure of exact years, I think something like late 1960's-mid 1980's? He was then in 1978-1980 when I attended OIT.
Please let me know if there is an obituary to share and what the August arrangements are. Bob was an instructor of mine years ago,
