Obituaries

Robert A. Moawad

Robert A. Moawad died January 13, 2007 in his home after a 7 year battle with cancer.

Born Jan. 2, 1941 in Longview, Wash. he grew up and lived his early years in Kalama, Wash. where he began his successful endeavors into the athletic, education and entertainment world. Bob moved on to Ellensburg where he has since been honored both as a Distinguished Alumnus and as a member of the Central Washington University athletic hall of fame (Baseball / Basketball). Throughout Bob's life he remained very involved with both his high school and university education and athletic programs.

After earning a Master's degree at Central, Bob had a successful teaching and coaching career at both Central Kitsap (Bremerton) and Clover Park (Lakewood). Bob joined an elite list of coaches when he won a WIAA State Basketball Championship at Central Kitsap and valued that experience as one of the most rewarding 'opportunities' of his life. After teaching, Bob eventually became Chairman and CEO of Edge Learning Institute. Edge's mission was simple - help both people and organizations maximize their number one human asset - themselves. This became Bob's life mission. From the front lines of American education to the boardrooms of some of our nation's most prestigious Fortune 500 companies Bob Moawad earned a well-deserved reputation in the area of peak performance as a tireless teacher, coach, leader, speaker, author, innovator, benefactor, visionary, consultant, 'edutainer' and friend.

Along the way, Bob has been the president of the National Association for Self-Esteem, an original author of Chicken Soup for the Soul, a leader for the humane society, a catalyst for Relay for Life, a beloved husband, a wonderful father and a terrific grandfather. Bob is survived by his wife Andrea of Lakewood, his son Trevor Moawad of Florida and oldest son Robert Moawad Jr. of Seattle and two grandchildren, Boen Moawad and Grace Moawad.

The memorial service will be held at noon Friday, Jan. 26, at St. John Bosco with Father Hightower officiating. The service will be followed by a "celebration of Life" at the Tacoma Country and Golf Club at 3 pm.

Memorials may be sent to Edge Learning Institute, 2209 N Pearl St, Suite 100, Tacoma, WA 98406.

Mountain View Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.