Robert P. Kubale MALS ’71
Robert P. Kubale MALS ’71, November 1, 2009, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Bob received a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, and served with the U.S. Army in Alaska during the Korean War. In 1961, he married Frances Birringer; they had two daughters. At Reed, his studies focused on mathematics, and he approached his teaching of middle and high school students in Green Bay with skill and compassion. In retirement, Bob volunteered as a tutor at many area schools and also served as a volunteer at Bellin Hospital. He was a member of St. Mary of the Angels Parish for 45 years, where he was an altar server, greeter, and member of the Men's Club. Survivors include his wife and daughters, four grandchildren, two brothers, and three sisters.
Appeared in Reed magazine: June 2010
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