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'''Educational honors'''
'''Educational honors'''
The late Professor Himes pauses for a break in this 1986 photo.Himes was twice named “Educator of the Year” by the Campbellsville/Taylor County Chamber of Commerce. He was named “Man of the Year” in 2001 by the Business and Professional Women’s Club and in 2004 by the Central Kentucky News-Journal. In 1982, the Kentucky Council for the Social Studies named him “Outstanding Social Studies Teacher”.[7] Himes was known as a strong booster of Lady Tiger basketball at Campbellsville University. Coach Donna Wise described her friend as “an avid fan and an upbeat personality for everyone involved. We have honored Bobby for several years in our awards banquet with the Bob Himes Award . . . [for] dedication, determination and loyalty.”[7] Himes was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church. He was also affiliated with the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, was a collector of antique cars, and formerly owned a Gulf Oil service station on Lebanon Avenue in Campbellsville.[1]
The late Professor Himes pauses for a break in this 1986 photo.Himes was twice named “Educator of the Year” by the Campbellsville/Taylor County Chamber of Commerce. He was named “Man of the Year” in 2001 by the Business and Professional Women’s Club and in 2004 by the ''Central Kentucky News-Journal''. In 1982, the Kentucky Council for the Social Studies named him “Outstanding Social Studies Teacher”.[7] Himes was known as a strong booster of Lady Tiger basketball at Campbellsville University. Coach Donna Wise described her friend as “an avid fan and an upbeat personality for everyone involved. We have honored Bobby for several years in our awards banquet with the Bob Himes Award . . . [for] dedication, determination and loyalty.”[7] Himes was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church. He was also affiliated with the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, was a collector of antique cars, and formerly owned a Gulf Oil service station on Lebanon Avenue in Campbellsville.[1]
'''Death and legacy'''
'''Death and legacy'''
Himes died at his home at 721 Lebanon Avenue. Graveside services were held on July 4 at Oakwood Cemetery in his hometown of Hartford, with Dr. Robert Clark and the Reverend Wesley O. Hanson officiating.
Himes died at his home at 721 Lebanon Avenue. Graveside services were held on July 4 at Oakwood Cemetery in his hometown of Hartford, with Dr. Robert Clark and the Reverend Wesley O. Hanson officiating. A memorial service was held at Campbellsville Baptist Church on August 9, 2008, with pastor Skip Alexander officiating.<ref>Campbellsville University Alumni News:http://www.campbellsville.edu/news/2008/07_28a.asp
Dr. J. Chester Porter, a 1962 graduate of Campbellsville University and a member of the CU trustees as well as the chairman of the board at the University of Louisville, said that Himes was “one of the top professors” under whom he had studied, including law faculty: “He was a class act and a fantastic gentleman who was always putting the interests of his students ahead of any agenda.” It was noted too that Himes often financially helped students in need.[1]
Dr. J. Chester Porter, a 1962 graduate of Campbellsville University and a member of the CU trustees as well as the chairman of the board at the University of Louisville, said that Himes was “one of the top professors” under whom he had studied, including law faculty: “He was a class act and a fantastic gentleman who was always putting the interests of his students ahead of any agenda.” It was noted too that Himes often financially helped students in need.[1]
In 2004, Himes published ''Life in the Shadows of Hartford College and Campbellsville University'', a collection of essays about his life experiences, particularly in regard to higher education. Himes recalled his roots in Hartford: "I could not have grown up in a better place or time. Nowhere could there have been better people to nurture a young boy, a young man and now an old man."[3]
In 2004, Himes published ''Life in the Shadows of Hartford College and Campbellsville University'', a collection of essays about his life experiences, particularly in regard to higher education. Himes recalled his roots in Hartford: "I could not have grown up in a better place or time. Nowhere could there have been better people to nurture a young boy, a young man and now an old man."[3]
Himes was also a sought-after speaker at clubs and public forums. "There have been a lot of people who have influenced me. They taught me to respect people, a work ethic, and that giving was a lot of fun. . . .” "I could not have grown up in a better place or time. Nowhere could there have been better people to nurture a young boy, a young man and now an old man." Himes told the Central Kentucky News-Journal.[8]
Himes was also a sought-after speaker at clubs and public forums. "There have been a lot of people who have influenced me. They taught me to respect people, a work ethic, and that giving was a lot of fun. . ., Himes told the ''Central Kentucky News-Journal''.[8]
Himes is honored through the Bill Himes Scholarship at Campbellsville University and the Bob and Erlene Himes Scholarship at Kentucky Wesleyan College.[1]
Himes is honored through the Bill Himes Scholarship at Campbellsville University and the Bob and Erlene Himes Scholarship at Kentucky Wesleyan College.[1]