Robert Guthrie

    Robert (Bob) Guthrie, former resident of Clear Lake, died tragically, Feb. 15, 2008 as the result of a skiing accident in Colorado near his home.
    Bob, son of Mary and Ted Guthrie, was born in Emmetsburg, Iowa on Sept. 15, 1939.  He moved to Clear Lake in 1953 and graduated from Clear Lake High School, class of 1957.  He became an Eagle Scout while in high school and later was a scoutmaster for both of his son’s troops.  Bob graduated from Creighton University and the Univeristy of Iowa School of Medicine.  A former practicing radiation oncologist in Waterloo, Iowa, he was devoted to patient care.  He was Chief of Staff at Covenant Hospital in Waterloo, president of the county and state medical societies, and chairman of the state radiological society.
    After moving to Colorado “to retire” 11 years ago, he pursued the outdoor life with vigor.  Bob was a gifted skier, biker and outdoor adventurer.  He was one of Summit County’s most active and vocal leaders.  His infectious energy and “can do” personality fueled the establishment of the Summit Biking Group which has grown to over 300 riders every Monday.  He was also influential in the creation of the Swan Mountain Recreational Path. Bob prided himself on knowing everyone and everyone loved him.
    Bob is survived by his wife, Bonnie, Silverthorn, Colo.; sons, Rob Guthrie, Davenport, Iowa, Ted Guthrie, Iowa City, Iowa; their mother, Jan Guthrie, Waterloo;  sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary and Dave Bishop, Victoria, Minn. and Ann and Roger Schlader, Hastings, Minn.
    A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 1 - 3 p.m. at Covenant Hospital, 3421 W. 9th St., Waterloo, IA 50702.