Robert John Barbot

Born on May 15, 1946, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, Robert lived a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and the field of education.

Robert's life was a testament to the values of love, hard work, and service. His greatest love was his wife, Janice, whom he met in high school. Their nearly 57-year marriage was filled with shared adventures, from their early days of dating while Robert served as ASB President, Band Drum Major, and played tennis at Excelsior High School, to their cherished weekends and holidays spent at their cabin in Lake Arrowhead, and eventually, their retirement in Lake Tahoe.

Robert's professional journey was driven by a passion for education. He worked tirelessly as a teacher, counselor, principal, and superintendent for nearly four decades. While putting himself through college in his early years, Robert also juggled two jobs, a testament to his strong work ethic and commitment to advocating for students and children. His dedication earned him numerous awards in the field of education and administration, and even after retirement, he continued to shape the future by mentoring superintendents across California.

Beyond his professional life, Robert was a pillar of his community. He played an integral role as a board member for the Boys and Girls Club of America in El Dorado County, and was an active member of his Catholic Church. As a fourth-degree Knight of Columbus, he was often found making pancakes at church after Sunday mass, embodying his commitment to service and community.

Robert had a deep appreciation for nature and water, finding peace on the beaches of Maui, on his boat with his children and grandchildren in Lake Tahoe, or simply by his pool with Janice during his final weeks. His lasting legacy is one of kindness, integrity, and resilience, encapsulated in his final words to his family: be a good person.

Robert is survived by his wife, Janice Barbot, his daughter Kristine Crivier (Chuck Crivier) and his son Robert Barbot II (Cortney Barbot), six grand children; Emma, Sophie, Charlie, Robbie, Delaney and Kylie, his sister Connie Sieber (Don Sieber), and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

His life and legacy will continue to inspire all who knew him.

A funeral mass will be held at Saint Maximilian Kolbe Church in Westlake Village, California on Friday, July 25th at 10:00am. A private, gravesite internment and blessing will follow at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park, Westlake Village.

Donations may be made in Robert’s name to:

Boys and Girls Club of El Dorado County Western Slope

2840 Mallard Lane

Placerville, CA 95667

Attention: Sean McCartney