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Robert Howard Bezanson

March 18, 1946 - June 3, 2022
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Robert H. Bezanson was born March 18, 1946  and suddenly passed away at home June 3, 2022.  His life was full of wonderful experiences and many great friends. After graduating from University of Maryland in 1968, he served 11 years as an Air Force officer in hospital administration including the Vietnam theatre.  In 1978 he received his Master’s  degree in health
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Nelson & Mary Knapp left a message on June 8, 2022:
Bob was certainly a blessing in our lives. From hiring, working with and mentoring Mary at Cox, to fun, stimulation and interesting Thursday lunches with Nelson, it was always a pleasure to be in Bob's company. We still find it hard to believe he is no longer with us. We will keep you Cindy in our prayers.
Lisa Alexander left a message on June 7, 2022:
Bob is how I came to Cox and the reason I am where I am today in this organization. He was always far more than just the boss, he was mentor, friend, cheerleader and champion. Bob was instrumental in so many aspects of the growth of CoxHealth and we wouldn't be where we are today without the great leadership he brought to us all. His loss is a great loss to us all. I will so miss our lunches and sharing the scoop! All our love to you Cindy.
Melissa Bethurem left a message on June 6, 2022:
Mr Bezanson was a wonderful leader to work with. I was an employee of Coxhealth during his presidency and worked on many of the constuction project in which he lead. My prayers are with his family.
Jason Henry left a message on June 6, 2022:
Bob was an amazing leader and he will be greatly missed.
Heather Stockford Sade left a message on June 6, 2022:
I'm saddened to learn of Bob's passing and extend my deepest sympathies through this difficult time. I will forever remember countless hours spent with Bob talking about photography (he loved to tell me about his new lenses) and sharing photos with each other. Bob was such a great man, and I can still hear his deep laugh echoing in my memories. <3
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Allen Waldo left a message on June 6, 2022:
So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. At one time in my career I was a rural hospital executive and I always looked up to Bob and appreciated my relationship with him. Praying for the family.
David VanGiesen left a message on June 5, 2022:
Truly enjoyed visiting Bob's Woodturning shop and talking about the many aspects of woodturning. I still use many of his insights and suggestions. Thinking about Bob in deep admiration.
Larry Randolph left a message on June 5, 2022:
I will miss Bob immensely. He and I have spent many hours over the last 10 years or so getting to know each other through woodturning. I would have probably never met him without our shared passion of woodworking. That said, not only has he become a friend but in many ways a brother. We shared many other interests and thoughts of life with the same perspectives. I will miss his voice on the phone and his laughter at one of my goofy jokes. We always wish we had more time... and I do now feel that way about Bob but more importantly, I am happy for the time I did have with him.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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