Robert "Bob" Stebbins

Robert (Bob) Stebbins of Bloomington passed away Feb. 17, at the age of 89, surrounded by his family. He was born in Mishawaka, IN Dec. 27, 1926 to the late Rena Stebbins (Buckland) and Lyle Stebbins. He received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1951 where he lettered in football. He had two tours of service in the Armed Forces, the first as a soldier in Germany just after high school and then went to England as an officer in the Air Force. Bob was married to Carolyn (Warner) June 13, 1953. He was the father of Elizabeth Stebbins, Annette Moore (Pete), Joe Stebbins (Lynn), and Lara Devine (Dan). He was a wonderful husband and father and a loving grandfather to his grandchildren, Morgan and Alexandra Cox, Christopher and Carrie Stouffer, Shelby, Grace, and Torie Stebbins. He is survived by his brother Richard Stebbins (Sally) and sister Carol Rawkowski (Albert-deceased). Robert coached baseball at DePauw University before starting his career at Indiana University (1953 to 1988). He was the director of the S.E.E.K. program in the Career Placement Support Services when he retired, and had also worked for the IU Athletic Department, IU Alumni Association, and the IU Foundation. He was involved in the development of the administrative structure and concept of the Varsity Club and served as its first director from 1953-1968. He was inducted into the IU Athletic Hall of Fame (2000) and received the ZG Clevenger award (1990), the E. Ross Bartley Award (1989), and the School of Nursing Special Recognition Award (1978). Bob was also active in the city of Bloomington and Monroe County. He was involved in at least 30 organizations, including the Bloomington Chamber of Commerce, the Bloomington Downtown Kiwanis Club and the Monroe County Community School Corp. Athletic Advisory Council. He served as the Republican precinct committeeman from 1970-73, as well as the Republican precinct representative to the State Convention during the same years. He also served as tournament director of the United States Wrestling World Team Trials. Viewing will be held at the Allen Funeral Home 4155 South Old State Road 37 in Bloomington Friday the 19th 5:00 - 8:00 PM followed by a graveside service at Six Mile Cemetery in Bluffton, IN on Saturday the 20th at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Riley Children’s Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.allencares.com.

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Robert "Bob" Stebbins

December 27, 1926 - February 17, 2016