Surry Central High School - Aquila Yearbook (Dobson, NC)

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ROBERT SEYMOUR BURRUS December 1, 1899-May 23, 1967 IN MEMORIAM On Tuesday, May 23, 1967, the Surry Central,High School District lost a long-time and dedicated member a nd chairman of the school committee. Prior to the consolidation of the Copeland, Dobson, and Mountain Park schools, he served many years as a member of the Copeland School Committee. His passing was a great personal loss not only to his family and friends, but also to the teachers and students of our community. He was vitally concerned that Surry Central have a top- notch instructional program for its students and was one of the strongest supporters of the Athletic Program. Bob Burrus was a man with a keen interest in all civic and community endeavors. He believed in community de¬ velopment through better roads, schools, churches, and a Community College. His leadership, sense of humor, words of encouragement, friendliness, and his firm but gentle hand will be missed by all of us. 5

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