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Robert G. Pozza age 88 passed away on October 28, 2023, peacefully in the comfort of his home.
Bob was born in Iron Mountain Michigan on June 21, 1935, the son of Bert and Dorothy Pozza.
He attended Iron Mountain High School and graduated in 1953. He was vice president of his graduating class and was an outstanding football and basketball player and captained those teams.
In 1957, Bob graduated from St. Norbert College and was co-captain and voted the most valuable football player in 1956.
He obtained his master’s degree at the University of Michigan in 1965, where he was awarded a National Science Foundation Scholarship. He also did post graduate work at Bemidji State College and Central Michigan University.
On August 17, 1957, in Kenosha Bob married his sweetheart, Sharon Regnier.
Bob started his teaching and coaching career in Essexville Michigan at St. John’s High School where he was the biology instructor and head coach of all sports. In 1960-64 he taught at Lena High School where he was also the head football coach. After receiving his masters in 1965, Bob began his teaching and coaching career at Lance Jr. High School and was also the head football coach. In 1970 he moved over to Tremper High School where he taught Ecology and Genetics and was also the defensive high school football coach. He later taught Anatomy and Physiology and was so proud to be teaching at Tremper until his retirement in 1998. Bob was awarded the Distinguished Service for teaching in Kenosha in 1991. In 2001, he was the recipient of the Meritorious Service Award and was inducted into the Kenosha Sports Hall of Fame.
Bob served as a trustee for Mt. Carmel Church for 40 years.
He loved nature, golf, watching his grandchildren growing up, and the University of Michigan football.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years Sharon and his son Robert Todd of Florida, his daughters Laura (Tim) Gascoigne, Pamela Pozza, Roberta Romero, Regina Pozza all of Kenosha. His sisters Mary (Robert) Knoke of Michigan and Pat O’Neil, S. Carolina. His 8 grandchildren Nicole Pozza, Joe Pozza, Breanna Gascoigne, Brock Gascoigne, Brooke Gascoigne, Roscoe Romero, Catrina Romero and Alexa Pozza and his 7 great grandchildren Konner, Catalina, Peyton, Richie, Sonny, Luka and Ora.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Bert Jr., Joseph, James and his granddaughter Brittni.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday November 7th, 2023, at 12:00 noon at St. Marks Catholic Church. (7117-14th Avenue) Visitation will be on Tuesday at the church from 10:00AM until the time of mass. Burial will follow at St. James catholic Cemetery.
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Karen Allan says:
Godspeed Mr Pozza!!
I can honestly say my most favorite teacher during my high school years. Never “skipped” his biology class!! Many fond memories especially dissecting the frog! Will forever be in my heart.
Condolences and prayers for his family.
Tremper class of 1984
John Frost says:
Not only was Bob Pozza a great football coach, but he was simply a great person!
Inspiring, insightful, intelligent and someone who could encourage people to go above and beyond in the classroom and on the football field.
I have known “Coach Pozza” since his days at Lance Junior High when he was coaching the opposing team – I was playing for an opposing team and could see the dedication. I was very happy he came to Tremper when I played there.
Coach stayed in touch over the years and I always was happy to keep the connection going.
Bob may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.
My condolences to the family of my friend, Bob Pozza.
Tremper class of 1972.
Debbie Friedrich says:
Condolences and prayers for his family.
Class of 1975…He was so kind and helpful. I was so fearful of giving a demonstration on noise pollution that my knees were shaking. He guided me with suggestions on my presentation. I was the only student to receive an A+. Fond memories of Mr. Pozza.
Ellen Kupfer says:
He was such a nice man. My condolences to all.
Dale Brandes says:
Condolences to the family. I had Bob in biology at Lance and enjoyed his class immensely! After graduating i would see Bob and Sharon shopping at the Pig! Bob was a joy to talk sports with and also racquetball! Bob always had a smile and great sense of humor. I’ll miss him much. From Tremper class of 1972. Prayers for your family.
Dan Glatz says:
Such sad news! Many times I would have gone without food if it weren’t for him giving me a pear at lunch when I was a teacher’s aide for him and couldn’t afford food. He really gave me my love of science, especially biology and genetics! He challenged us to balance ethics and science. I was honored he came to my wedding. A great, great man. Tremper Class of 1996.
Terese Barry says:
To our cousins, Sharon Pozza &
Family, Mary (Pozza) Knoke & Pat (Pozza) O’Neil & Families:
We are so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. It’s been such a long time since we’ve seen everyone, but when together such fun! Especially my Dad (Chi Chi) and all the fellas singing the Pozza song, beautiful harmonizing! I remember them singing at our wedding, too. Great memories. They’re all together in heaven, singing their hearts out! And what a beautiful write-up for Bob, he had a full and wonderful life. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
John and Terese (Pozza) Barry &
Jeanette Pozza & Family
Candace Isetts-Williams says:
A life well-lived…Mr. Pozza was an amazing teacher and an overall fantastic human! So many memories of his biology and advanced biology classes, and I was also his TA. He’d often share his advice on life….”you must dress for success,” as he’d turn up the collar of his Izod polo and point out his coordinating Izod socks…or when the situation called for a bit more “class,” he’d wear his Izod button down with a tie. Mr. Pozza also taught me that when properly prepared and presenting materials in front of the class…that I was the expert, and that fact should calm my nerves…something I carried on into my professional career…and passed along to my children. I will never forget his unit on pond ecosystems in 10th grade….and the photo montage he put together with songs from Triumph. Really cool, Mr. Pozza…I saw Mr. Pozza only once or twice after high school, but I think he’d be proud of where I am now. Mr. Pozza…you lived your life in a way that you will be remembered..remembered for your kindness, your compassion, your fairness, your character…you were a force for good…and for that I am forever grateful to have known you and your legacy will live on through me and through my children. Thank you. Candace Isetts-Williams, Tremper Class of 1984
Bob Reilly says:
Coach inspired me and had a never ending impact. He never let us give up or stop playing until the final whistle.One hundred percent was expected on and off the field. Bob was truly a wonderful man.
Steve Pozza says:
To Sharon and all if my cousins, so sad to hear of Bobs passing. Such a great person from a great family. The gang is now all together to continue their harmony singing the Pozza song. I’m glad we have a video of possibly the last time they were all together at Cowboy Lake in the UP. Definitely the end of a great era. Blessings to all of you.
Steve Pozza and family.