Bob Fass’ Memorial in the Park Held Friday May 8, 2026
Bob Fass was remembered in a special gathering of over 50 people at El Oso Grande Park at 8 am, May 8. Neighbors from several areas in the NE Heights including Oso Grande, Academy Hills, Cielito Lindo and the District 8 Coalition of Neighborhoods (Bob served as President) were in attendance. There were also several City staff members including Elaine Romero from City Councilor Champaign’s office and Aziza Chavez, Senior Policy Analyst. Representatives from the Bear Canyon Senior Center where Bob served on the Friends of Bear Canyon Board were also present.
Over 12 people spoke about Bob eulogizing him in appreciation of his work in the community and sharing personal anecdotes and experiences. Bob Fass’ four sons and their families in addition to his wife Linda Fass attended and expressed their appreciation for the memorial gathering and kind words about Bob’s work in the community.
For more information and photos of the event see the City/ Community News section of the OGNA website.