Book of Memories for Robert Totusek

Condolence From Dr & Mrs Roy L. Butler

Sun, 31 May 2015 07:02:34 EDT

Dear Family & Friends -- As one year arrives after Dr. Tot's passing, we join all others in remembering his helping nature, keen sense of humor, and unbounded intelligence. I remembering giving "reasons" to him after placing a class of animals and what he said to me as I tried to be convincing of the correctness of my decision. He would say, "Is that right?" or "Do you think so?" And, at the same time, he would look me in the eye and have a slight grin on his face. He kept me and everyone thinking all of the time. A great and wonderful friend and always ... a coach for telling the truth. By-the-way, sometimes my decision was correct and sometimes not. He will live on in my mind. I know how blessed I was to know Dr. Tot and benefit from his influences. God Bless !! Roy

Condolence From Roland and June Willis

Sat, 30 May 2015 07:18:06 EDT

Bob and Nell were our close friends and thank the Lord we were favored with their Christian friendship. God Bless you all. Roland

Condolence From Rob and Mary Shuey '81

Mon, 23 Jun 2014 10:53:38 EDT

Dear Mrs. Totusek and Family. We are saddened to here of the loss of Dr. Totusek. He was such a caring and wonderful person. He took such an interest in our success as students but he also cared deeply about our lives once we left school. He never forgot a name over the years and it was always such a great pleasure to spend time with him as well as Mrs. Totusek when we came back to OSU to visit. Mary and I are both better people for having known and been associated with Dr. Tot.--Rob and Mary Shuey, Dakota Dunes, SD.

Condolence From Glenn & Joy Richardson '62

Sun, 22 Jun 2014 15:36:33 EDT

Oklahoma State Animal Science has lost it's greatest supporter, a man with one of the most brilliant minds I have ever known, an amazing memory and a wonderful dry wit. He was always a professional with dedication and loyalty to OSU, his family and the many students whose lives he influenced. Having his portrait hung in the Saddle & Sirloin Gallery of the greatest livestock men in the world, was a fitting tribute to his contributions to the livestock industry. Upon retirement he became an even greater ambassador for OSU Animal Science & OSU. I often saw him at professional meetings, livestock events and even funerals of colleagues and former students. He was always a giving person and his dedication & loyalty to Nell, when she had health problems, exemplified his giving nature. I hope his family can derive some comfort from knowing what a profound influence Dr. Totusek had on his many students and how he enabled us to set our sights “just a little higher." Glenn Richardson 1961 Team

Condolence From Jim and Susan McGuigan

Thu, 19 Jun 2014 01:23:24 EDT

Dear Mrs Totusek and Darla: All of the McGuigans in Marin send their love and sympathies on the loss of your dear husband and father and grandfather Dr. Tot. What an impressive life story of dedication, caring and sacrifice! A great son of Oklahoma who should be enshrined in the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. You have lost one of the last "Greatest Generation". with love, Jim, Susan and boys in Marin County. CA

Condolence From Duane and Shirley Acker

Tue, 17 Jun 2014 16:18:05 EDT

To Nellie and your family, we send our sympathy in the loss of Bob and, especially, our appreciation for his productive and inspiring life and the privilege of working with him a couple years early in our careers. Bob left a positive mark on all who knew him, worked with him, and watched him function. Your have much to be thankful for and proud of. Shirley and Duane Acker

Condolence From Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Fouquet

Fri, 13 Jun 2014 07:33:43 EDT

You will be missed Bob. All our respect.

Condolence From Leland McDaniel

Thu, 12 Jun 2014 15:33:34 EDT

Few men deserve such admiration and respect. Dr. Tot was the pure definition of a Gentleman and a Scholar.

Condolence From Bill Chapel

Thu, 12 Jun 2014 08:54:37 EDT

I am very sorry to hear this, he was an outstanding man

Condolence From Gib and Aulena Gibson

Thu, 12 Jun 2014 08:19:57 EDT

We were privileged to meet and become friends with Bob at Epworth and we send our sincere condolences to family members. He will be missed. Unfortunately, we will be out of state and unable to attend his service, but our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Condolence From Gail & Hunter Aldridge

Wed, 11 Jun 2014 15:03:12 EDT

Aunt Nellie and Uncle Bob have always been very special people who have always held a place in my heart. After my mother died my grandparents, uncles, and aunts became the peple I respected and admired and tried to emulate. Uncle Bob was a kind, caring person; willing to listen to what you had to say and glad to help you if possible. He will missed but always remembered. Gail Maynard Aldridge

Condolence From Arthur L. Knox

Wed, 11 Jun 2014 10:31:38 EDT

Dear Nell & Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy for you and your family in your bereavement. Bob was a wonderful man and had an important influence on my life as my judging Team Coach for the 1953 Judging Team at OSU. He has left us with great memories. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you doing this difficult time. Art & Earlene Knox Lincoln, NE

Condolence From Harold Gillenwaters

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 21:02:00 EDT

I never met a man I admired or respected more than Bob Totusek. Mr. OSU Animal Science. My advisor 1964. The OSU Animal Science Alumni Association is what it is today due to his leadership. Harold Gillenwaters

Memorial Candle lit by ROY BUTLER

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 20:48:51 EDT

Dr.& Mrs. Roy L. Butler

Condolence From Roy & Agnes Butler

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 20:33:59 EDT

My wife Agnes and I were shocked to learn of Dr. Totusek's passing. We joined other members of the 1958 OSU Livestock Judging Team this past March in Oklahoma City for a reunion with Dr. Totusek and his wife Nell. We had a most wonderful time with them. That time and many other previous ones are cherished and very fondly remembered. Dr. Totusek was a kind, strong and motivating influence on my life. Hopefully, I made it known to him how very much I appreciated all he did for me while a student at Oklahoma State University and for years after that. He will be greatly missed. Heartfelt condolences are extended to Nell and the rest of the family. Most Sincerely, Dr. Roy L. Butler The Ohio State University (retired)

Condolence From Cece Proft Cink

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 09:01:31 EDT

I was saddened to hear of Dr. Totusek's passing. He had a great influence on my career path in Animal Science. He saw something in me as a student and gave me opportunities to excel. My condolences to his family and friends. Heaven gained a wonderful soul. Cece Proft Cink, Ansi 85

Condolence From Judy Stroup Collins

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 05:56:23 EDT

So sorry to hear about Bob. Cleo, Lila, and dad thought a lot of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Judy

Condolence From Roland and June Willis

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 04:01:17 EDT

No better Man and Friend than Tot. We extend our condolences to family.

Condolence From Bonnie & Jeff Lawler

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 20:50:24 EDT

Dear Totusek Family... We are so sorry for your and Oklahoma's loss. He always had an encouraging word or smile whenever we met. My Dad, J. Glen Smith (OSU Judging Team I believe 1961 or 1962), had the opportunity to learn under Dr. Tot and ALWAYS spoke with HIGH regards & respect for Dr. Robert Totusek. We have lost a true statesman as well as a gentleman!!! However, I know that I will see him again in Heaven. Praying our Heavenly Father holds & keeps you all. That He gives you peace & mercy during this time. Bonnie (Smith) Lawler & Jeff Lawler (Grad OSU '85)

Condolence From Mason's RV

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 20:47:52 EDT

Please accept our deepest heartfelt sympathies on Bob's passing. We here at Mason's had the pleasure of having him as our customer and friend for many many years and we are truly going to miss him. He was a wonderful man. Sincerely,Wayne Dotter, Lee Dotter Tammy Hahn, Mason's RV Sales

Condolence From Bob Vantrease

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 20:27:28 EDT

To all the Totusek family. Dr. 'Tot' was one of the most admired men in our agriculture industry. I never ever heard anyone question his judgment or integrity. What a wonderful human being. We will all miss his leadership and friendship. My best to all of you.

Condolence From Kim Yowell Thompson

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 17:45:09 EDT

I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. What a great friend he was to us... what a sweetheart of a man. We enjoyed many conversations and good times with Bob and Nell at Paradise Cove, Lake Carl Blackwell. Bob will be terribly missed. We had just talked to him a couple of weeks ago. We were looking forward to seeing them at the lake soon. Prayers and sympathy to Nell and the rest of Bob's sweet family. Kim and Mike Thompson

Condolence From David Buchanan

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 16:59:15 EDT

To all of the Totusek family. My condolences on the loss of this great man. I hope that you will find comfort in what will be, no doubt, an extensive accounting of the individual contributions that Bob made to countless people. For me, it started with a phone call inviting me to apply for a faculty position at OSU. That led to an interview and a hire and ten years of pleasure in being able to work for him and with him. If I did not already understand what he meant to so many people, the picture was cemented by effort to have him recognized by the Saddle and Sirloin Club. I am glad to see that you are using the portrait for his information at the funeral home. That experience gave me the opportunity to visit with so many of the folks with whom he made contact in earlier parts of his life. It also gave me the opportunity to see him through the eyes of the artist who came to see the greatness of the man so well through numerous interviews. The image of him sitting on the edge of his desk, but ready for immediate action, as well as those eyes which were both kind and observant, captured important parts of the essence of the man. His many kindnesses to me and my family are treasured memories. Cindy still marvels at the fact that he always took time to ask about her and our children whenever he called. The personal touch was always important to him, as was the importance of family. I have now enjoyed a long and successful career but I have to say that I owe an important part of that success to the time I spent with Bob as my mentor and friend. Thank you for sharing him with so many of us during his long and distinguished life.

Condolence From Ron Bussert

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 13:46:49 EDT

Darla - I was saddened to learn of you father's passing. He was an outstanding member of the OSU family and of the community. He selflessly helped so many and was such an example of how to live one's life. My prayers are with you and your family for God's continued love, comfort and peace. Sincerely, Ron Bussert

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