Bob was born in Springfield, IL on August 25, 1921.
He served in WWII where he received a purple heart. Upon returning from the war, he graduated from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering. He met and married Virginia Ward who preceded him in death in 1961.
After moving to California to work for the state Water Resources Control Board, he met and married Betty Stitt Daigh and they were married for 39 years.
Bob loved to play golf and tennis, enjoyed gardening and reading, and was very active in the community through SIRS, the church choir, and various other volunteer organizations.
A man of few words, Bob was a friend to many, quick with a smile, and would lend a helping hand to anyone that needed it.
He is survived by 6 children, 4 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild and 3 sisters.
Services will be held at 6:30pm on Saturday April 2, 2011 at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church 2140 Mission Ave. Carmichael. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.