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Robert Woodward (1947 – 2008), poet and founder of AHA
Robert Woodward (1947 - 2008)
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This is very likely to be the first that many of our alumni have heard about this tragic news. We are very sad to announce that Robert died at home on November 4th 2008. We are still reeling from the shock of his loss, and ripples of his early death have spread throughout the AHA family in the UK and abroad.
His funeral was held on November 18th and was absolutely fitting for the stature of this great man. With around 500 in attendance, a diversity of ages showed, not only the nature of the man but just how far Robert's popularity spread. Some aspects of the service had been gleaned from his own commonplace books that he carried with him wherever he went in Italy. With readings of his favourite poems, and his departure to the Rolling Stone's 'Wild Horses', sung by a gospel choir, it was every bit as uplifting as it was tragic.
Robert's obituraries in the national press can read by following these links;
The Independent - Matthew Symmonds, 15 Nov 2008
The Times - Robin Janvrin, 15 Nov 2008
Our hearts and thoughts are with his wonderful family; Rosemary, Sam, Roly, Daisy & Fred.
"Work is not an end in itself.
Leisure is. It is the end. The
Goal, of human life. The proper
State of Man. The pursuit of
leisure is not a trivial pursuit,
and nothing to do with idleness, but
rather, Life lived to its fullest."
Cyril Barnett
Were you taught by Robert? Please send any tributes or messages to dan@arthistoryabroad.com and we'll pass them onto the family and post them up here;
"Please do pass on my sincerest condolences to Rosemary, he was every inch an inspirational character and the finest company." G. Calvocoressi, Alumni Spring '98
"Although I only spent a few days with him in Florence he made an unforgettable impression - I will always remember the night sausages and love were the primary topic of supper conversation, as well as his inspirational teaching, poetry readings, energy, passion, and hilarious dancing." E. Baillieu, Alumni Autumn '04
( Last Updated: 11-12-2008 )
