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Robert Eugene “Bobby” Burdick

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Robert Eugene “Bobby” Burdick Veteran

Birth
Bakersfield, Kern County, California, USA
Death
17 Nov 2011 (aged 66)
Bakersfield, Kern County, California, USA
Burial
Arvin, Kern County, California, USA Add to Map
Plot
SECTION 11 SITE 901
Memorial ID
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ROBERT EUGENE BURDICK,
CPL US MARINE CORPS
VIETNAM
BURIED AT: SECTION 11 SITE 901


Bob Burdick, 66, was born in Bakersfield, California. he passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 17, 2011. He graduated from Bakersfield High School, class of 1963, where he was an outstanding baseball player. After high school Bob joined the Marine Corp becoming a Sergeant and serving in Vietnam where he earned a Purple Heart. Bob entered the California Highway Patrol in 1968 where he proudly served for 30 years. During this time with the department he graduated from the University of Redlands. He served in various capacities with the Department. The highlights of his career were when he served as the Public Affairs Officer and when he was assigned to the Central Division Auto Theft Unit.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Pearl and his brother, Bill. Bob leaves behind his loving wife Gloria Jean of 44 years; his daughter Cathie and son-in-law Brian Escobar; grandchildren Andrea, Jordan, Tyler, Nicolas and Louie; his uncle Bud Bracchi and his wife Carol.
Bob was an avid golfer for over 30 years where he made many lifelong friends. He was a past member of Sundale Country Club and a current member of Stockdale Country Club. Bob was an extremely personable and generous man who has many good friends. Bob's heart and home were always open to everyone. Semper Fi Bob. We will all miss you. Donations in Bob's memory can be made to The American Heart Association , 404 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 327-1173 Graveside service will be held on Monday, November 28, 2011 at 1:00pm at the Bakersfield National Cemetery, 30338 East Bear Mtn Blvd., Arvin CA 93203. www.bakersfield.com/obits

Published in Bakersfield Californian on November 25, 2011.
ROBERT EUGENE BURDICK,
CPL US MARINE CORPS
VIETNAM
BURIED AT: SECTION 11 SITE 901


Bob Burdick, 66, was born in Bakersfield, California. he passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 17, 2011. He graduated from Bakersfield High School, class of 1963, where he was an outstanding baseball player. After high school Bob joined the Marine Corp becoming a Sergeant and serving in Vietnam where he earned a Purple Heart. Bob entered the California Highway Patrol in 1968 where he proudly served for 30 years. During this time with the department he graduated from the University of Redlands. He served in various capacities with the Department. The highlights of his career were when he served as the Public Affairs Officer and when he was assigned to the Central Division Auto Theft Unit.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Pearl and his brother, Bill. Bob leaves behind his loving wife Gloria Jean of 44 years; his daughter Cathie and son-in-law Brian Escobar; grandchildren Andrea, Jordan, Tyler, Nicolas and Louie; his uncle Bud Bracchi and his wife Carol.
Bob was an avid golfer for over 30 years where he made many lifelong friends. He was a past member of Sundale Country Club and a current member of Stockdale Country Club. Bob was an extremely personable and generous man who has many good friends. Bob's heart and home were always open to everyone. Semper Fi Bob. We will all miss you. Donations in Bob's memory can be made to The American Heart Association , 404 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 327-1173 Graveside service will be held on Monday, November 28, 2011 at 1:00pm at the Bakersfield National Cemetery, 30338 East Bear Mtn Blvd., Arvin CA 93203. www.bakersfield.com/obits

Published in Bakersfield Californian on November 25, 2011.

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