and children Carol, Elaine, Mark, and Natalie. As with his family, Bob cared deeply
about his students and worked tirelessly to help them. He was also a fine and support-
ive colleague. He will be greatly missed, and this book is dedicated to him with both
affection and respect.
J.F. Shackelford
Davis, CA
February 2008vi Robert H. Doremus – A Dedication