ROBERT CLARENCE HAYWOOD

Bob is one of my heroes and inspirations.  For the last few years, he was the school crossing guard for Bowden Elementary.  We live on the corner where he stood every morning and afternoon, rain or shine.  He greeted the kids going to and coming from school, getting them across the street safely, and with a cheery smile.  He also greeted folks in cars crossing the intersection with a loud “Good morning!” and “How ya doing?”, and, of course “Have a great day” – again with a wave and a great big smile.  I loved hearing his voice greeting folks and the cars that would honk their horns back in response.  He had quite a following.  He would always come over to our corner and chat.  He came to know so many people, and everyone loved Bob.  He was a friend to everyone.  He always brightened my day to talk to him, and see how he made everybody’s day a bit better.  I will miss Bob so much.
My sincere condolances to Bob’s family and friends.  The world was a better place because of him.

Barbara I feel the same I wanted EVERYONE experience that same happenest you felt. He truly loved his job and helping the kids and some adults. I really miss him. I will try to keep his memorial site updated on his corner Lamer and Pine.

I had not been by the corner of lamar & pine in quite awhile. I saw the tribute and had to go around the block to be sure of what i saw and yes…sadlyy
It was for Mr. Robert. I to will miss him. RIP Mr. Robert you served the children at BOWDEN well.