Bob graduated from Mattoon High School and earned his bachelor鈥檚 degree from Milliken University. He then went on to earn his master鈥檚 degree from the University of Illinois-Springfield. Bob had a teaching and administrative career with District 186 beginning at Jefferson Middle School, then continuing at Grant Middle School, Lawrence, and Laketown Elementary. He concluded his career as principal of Butler Elementary for 14 years until his retirement in 1993. Bob was a member and leader of Faith Lutheran Church. He also belonged to a Retired Principal Group and a coffee group. He enjoyed computers and will be fondly remembered for sending his students mementos and notes for their accomplishments.
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Robert Hart, Class of 1959
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