Gordon Forgey

Robert “Bob” Russell Curtis died last week. He was 87.

Bob was the long-time announcer for the University of Idaho Vandals. He called Vandal sports for 51 years, covering hundreds of football and basketball games. He rightfully was known as the ‘Voice of the Vandals.’

His broadcasting job brought him celebrity and many honors. Some people knew him only as a vibrant sports announcer and a true supporter of Vandal sports. He was dedicated, tenacious, tough and respected.

His death has prompted many prominent sports figures to recount stories about him. Newspapers have run detailed features about...