Robert Vincent Chandler

Robert Vincent Chandler April 30, 1931 - Feb. 19, 2008 Robert Chandler, longtime resident of Concord, passed away peacefully on Tuesday February 19, surrounded by his wife and loved ones at the age 76. Bob was a devoted son, a caring brother, a loving husband, a wonderful father and grandfather. Born and raised in San Francisco, Bob graduated from Mission High School, served in the U.S. Marines, "Semper Fi", in the Korean War and retired from Lawrence Berkeley Lab. He was married for 46 years to his loving wife Beverly. Bob leaves behind three children, Mrs. Debbie (Stephen) Menchaca of Oakley, Ms. Denise Chandler of Concord and Mr. Steven Chandler of Pittsburg. Bob had three grandchildren, Stephanie and Christine Menchaca and Jason Chandler, who adored and loved their grandfather dearly. Bob is survived by brothers James Chandler, Donald (Gwen) Chandler, sisters Kathleen (Jerry) Mahoney, Geraldine (Ron) Del Carlo, brother-in-law Henry Shields and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Alice and Christopher Chandler, brother Jack Chandler and sister Gloria Chandler. Bob loved the outdoors, camping and hiking. He enjoyed gardening and traveling going on many cruises. For the past few years he participated and was proud of belonging to the Stroke Recovery Program at the YMCA. We will miss his strength, kindness, inquisitiveness, and being a part of our everyday lives. Services will be held on Tuesday, February 26, 11:00 a.m., at St. Francis of Assisi in Concord, followed by his final resting place at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Lafayette. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation. Holy Angels Funeral & Cremation Services FD - 1959 Lafayette, CA