Robert Pryor Shreve

Robert Pryor Shreve, age 90, of Delaware, OH left this earthly life, December 29, 2018. Born in Cambridge, OH, May 22, 1928, the son of Raymond G. and Gladys Pryor Shreve. He was married to Dolores “Scoop” Harrison on June 16, 1951. Survived by son David; son Charles (Deborah), granddaughter Rae (Todd) Jobe, great-grandchildren Ezra and Violet; grandson Eric (Chelci) Shreve, and great-grandsons Greyson and Parker; son Paul (Lisa) and granddaughter Emily Shreve and grandson Brian (Megan) Shreve, and great-granddaughters Stella and Clara; and sister-in-law Virginia Shreve, niece Jennifer (Michael) Kurish, nephew Scott (Evelyn) Shreve. Preceded in death by his brother G. Howard Shreve. He graduated from Youngstown South High School in 1945. He received a B.A. degree from Youngstown College (now YSU), and a B.S. in Ed. and an M. Ed. from Kent State University. He earned a doctorate in education at Case Western Reserve University in 1964. Postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1964. Shreve served three years in the Navy as a Lieutenant JG during the Korean Conflict. He was operations officer on a rocket launching ship, and then was assigned as communication officer on the staff of the Commodore. Dr. Shreve had a 35-year career in education teaching chemistry and physics at Austintown-Fitch H.S., serving as the first principal at Austintown Lynn-Kirk School, curriculum director in the Niles City Schools, and mathematics and science supervisor in the Youngstown City Schools. He was named Superintendent of Mahoning County Schools in 1969 and served until retirement in 1985. From 1969 to 1973, he also served as Superintendent of the Mahoning County Joint Vocational School. He taught statistics on the limited service faculty of Youngstown State University following retirement. He served in many professional organizations, including President of Buckeye Association of School Administrators in 1983 and 1984, and received honors in those areas. He also took part in many community activities. Following retirement, his volunteer efforts with AARP led to four years of service on the AARP national board of directors and two years as Chairman of the Board. In 1997 he was elected to a four year term as the retired member of the Ohio School Teachers Retirement System. “Bob” was a faithful Christian in the church of Christ serving as a teacher, a preacher, and an elder. His example was his most influential role and was most valued by his family. He continued his role as educator by donating his body to the Ohio State University School of Medicine for medical training and research. Friends may call on Saturday January 12, 2019 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at the RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, 515 High St Worthington where a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1:30 PM.

Robert Pryor Shreve

May 22, 1928 - December 29, 2018