Robert Pursel MBA ’89 Jan. 23, 1956 – June 19, 2016. A resident of Fremont, Robert Pursel passed away suddenly Sunday, June 19th. Robert graduated with a degree in Political Science from U.C. Berkeley, and received an MBA from Santa Clara University. He also served as a Lieutenant in the US Navy and was an Eagle Scout. Robert’s passions were his family, flying his airplane and spending time in Maui. Robert is survived by his wife Toni, four children and one granddaughter, and his brother.