ASU remembers

   

Robert Arthur Schoen

 Professor, Aeronautical Technology - 1966-1988

   

  

Robert Schoen

  

June 24, 2020

Robert Arthur Schoen, Lt. Col., USAF, Ret., 96, passed away on June 24, 2020. He joined the USAF in 1943, and participated in the Berlin Airlift. His military service included two tours of overseas duty, and provided opportunity for the family's world travels. Bob retired from the Air Force in 1966, and entered his second career, as professor of aeronautical technology, at ASU. He held his teaching position for 22 years, achieving the title of Department Chair, before retiring in 1988 as Professor Emeritus of Technology. Bob is survived by three children, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by two brothers, his wife, Marjorie M. Schoen, and a granddaughter. A private memorial service will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. The family wishes that any memorial donations be made to St. Mary's Food Bank, 2831 N 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85009, or to the charity of your own choosing. (Source: Arizona Republic)