Monday, December 22, 2008

Dead Page: Mr. Captain Crunch-- Star Trek

ROBERT O. NESHEIM 1921-2008

Helped develop Captain Crunch and helped develop dietary guidelines for the military.

Was a nutritionist with Quaker Oats for 30 years and helped develop Captain Crunch and Life cereals (like Mikey eat it).

Died July 29th in California. Worked at the Quaker Oats research facility in Barrington, Illinois from 1952 to 1983. With his background, he wanted foods that tasted good, sold well and were as healthy as possible.


MAJEL BARRETT RODDENBERRY 1932-2008



Actress and widow of "Star Trek" creator.

Involved with Star Trek for more than four decades. She played Number One in the original plot (later Mr. Spock). Later became Nurse Christine Chapel and had other smaller roles on TV and in the movies. Also the voice of the ship's computer.

Both obituaries from the Chicago Tribune.

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