Discussion

By Michael Makin on Aug 30, 2024

Bob was a visionary leader who was learned, dedicated and brilliant. His contributions to print over a 50-year career are without parallel. Condolences to Lina and the entire Lindgren family.

By Patrick Whelan on Aug 30, 2024

I'm sorry to hear this. Bob was true visionary and was also very generous in his support of my efforts. My condolences to his family.

By Mike Sternfeld on Aug 30, 2024

I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. When I owned and ran my small printing companies from 1988 - 2005 I knew Bob and cherished his experience and advice. H had monthly breakfast meetings that I looked forward to, and have a meal with him and other printers in the San Fernando Valley. He was a man of many talents, a vast source of knowledge and a "down-home" manner. I considered Bob to be a trusted friend.
R.I.P Bob.
May his memory be a blessing.

By HARVEY LEVENSON on Aug 31, 2024

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Bob Lindgren.

I can’t underestimate the important contributions that this man made to the printing industry, industry associations, and to education. Bob’s leadership spanned intellectual and critical thinking, practical applications of high-level management practices, and the building of Printing Industry Association of Southern California (PIASC); the largest independent affiliate of the former Printing Industries of America (PIA).

To me, Bob was a man of deep thought, introspection, philosophical insights, and a master of communication. He was articulate, always spoke his mind, and you didn’t have to read between the lines to know exactly what Bob was conveying. I deeply respect individuals who understand and elevate the importance of the printing industry in society. Bob was certainly one such individual.

For many years, Bob served on Cal Poly’s Graphic Communication Advisory board when I was department head of the university’s Graphic Communication Department prior to my retirement. He impacted what a meaningful curriculum looks like at the time in preparing young people to enter the industry, and shared wisdom with the students and faculty on the printing industry’s future and how to prepare for it. Indeed, Bob contributed his thinking to the printing industry up until recently through his many articles and presentations. He contributed to my year 2000 book, Understanding Graphic Communication, and was recognized as a “philosopher of printing” for his insights and wisdom.

I always had a deep respect for Bob Lingren and will continue to.

Please share my testimonial and condolences with Bob’s wife, Lina, and the rest of his family.

Harvey R. Levenson, Ph. D.
Professor Emeritus
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo