Bob Houbregs 1932 – 2014

Biography

Bob Houbregs was a Canadian basketball player born on March 12, 1932, in Vancouver, British Columbia. He dedicated much of his life to the sport, representing his country and contributing to basketball during an important era of the game’s development. His career reflected both his passion for athletics and his commitment to excellence on the court.

Throughout his life, Houbregs remained connected to the Pacific Northwest, the region where he was born and raised. His legacy in Canadian basketball endured long after his playing days, as he was remembered by teammates, fans, and fellow athletes who appreciated his skill and sportsmanship. The mark he left on the sport continued to inspire those who came after him.

Bob Houbregs passed away on May 28, 2014, in Olympia, Washington, at the age of 82. He was laid to rest at Evergreen Washelli Memorial Park in Seattle, a fitting final resting place near the communities and landscape that had shaped his life. His memory remains part of Canadian basketball history and the enduring legacy of those who helped build the sport during the twentieth century.