Robert Hutchison

Hutchison, Robert Howard Robert Howard Hutchison, 88 of Peoria Arizona went to be with the Lord on Nov 1, 2014. He was born in Herrin, IL on June 7th, 1926 to John and Alma Hutchison. Upon graduation high school, he joined the Navy. In World War II he served as Radio 3rd Class in amphibious forces from 1944 to 1946. In 1946 he attended Southern Illinois University. Upon receiving his B.S. degree he was a sports broadcaster for WJPF radio from 1947 to 1950. He was inducted into the Southern Illinois Coaching Association. In 1954 he married Byra Zell Fuller and had three sons, Tim, James and Tom. He coached High School basketball, football, baseball and track. Throughout these years he made an indelible, positive impact on thousands of students, faculty and staff, many who have gone on to become leaders in education, sports and variety of other professions. While at Glendale High School he became Dean Of Students, Assistant Principal and then Principal. He retired in 1986. He is survived by his wife Byra of 60 years, his three sons Tim, James, Tom and his daughter-in-law Debby. The greatest joy of his life is his grandchildren Jayson, Robert, Ryan and Holly. He has a brother-in-law, David Norman. Bob is also survived by his brother Charles (CT) Hutchison and his wife Billie, a sister Diane McFadded and his husband Bill. Also Many cousins, nieces and nephews. Bob will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Please visit our website at www.phoenixmemorialmortuary.com to sign the online guestbook.