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Robert K. Bridges
Resident of Watsonville
Age 81, passed away Dec. 26 from heart surgery complications. Bob was born 3 June 1929 in Minneapolis, MN, to James Floyd and Gladys Mildred Ballou Bridges. A graduate of Pillsbury Military Academy and the U of MN, he served in the U S Army from 1949 to 1952, discharged from Camp San Luis Obispo, CA., later working on the staff of the SLO Telegram-Tribune. He retired as a Managmt Specialist for Lockheed after almost 40 years. Active in education, he served as President of the Orcutt and Berryessa School Boards.
Bridges loved to travel. After many trips to Mexico, he traveled the world; visiting over 84 foreign countries.
Survivors include his wife Josephine Sette Bridges, daus Martha Bridges of Santa Cruz, Nancy Varlotta of La Jolla, Laura Sowders of Santa Cruz, son Lincoln Bridges of Soquel, CA, step-son Robert Barnes, and g-children Alan Varlotta, Elijah Manchester, Collin Bridges, Lily and Leilani Barnes.
Donations may be made to JW House, 3850 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95051.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Bridges
January 24, 2011
NB, I was so sorry to hear about your dad. Losing a parent is one of those seminal moments in life when we know we have passed a "life-marker." It is a reminder of how precious life is, but more importantly, how precious our loved-ones are. Memories are a strong comfort and even more comforting when we share them with our families. All of us who know you will be keeping you close to our hearts.
Debra Banwell
January 19, 2011
Hi Jo
So sorry to hear about Bob,just heard last night,we want to send you are sympathy,If you need anything we are
always close.
Shirlee/Jerry Huch
January 6, 2011
Jo & families our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry to hear about Bob. Mom (Mary Nell) just told me...I still can't believe it...thinking of you. Linda & Scott Davis, Mary Nell Linnemeyer
Father Dennis Maynard
January 3, 2011
NB, so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Please know that your are in my thoughts and prayers.
January 3, 2011
NB: Maria and I thoughts are with you on this very sad occasion. No matter how much we know this is all of our destiny does not make easier when the time comes.
Armand
Pam Robinson
January 3, 2011
NB...I am saddened to hear of the recent passing of your beloved father..Robert Bridges..May you find peace as you continue on your journey
Newton -|-
January 2, 2011
To the Bridges family, sorry for your loss, may GOD give you his LOVE, PEACE, and STRENGTH at this time of sorrow. May he R.I.P -|-
January 2, 2011
Dear NB,
We are very sorry for the loss of your father. We are thinking of you at this sad time and keeping you in our
hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Lucy & Dennis Acree
Danny Acree
Thom Blackmore
January 2, 2011
Dear NB, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wishing peace to all of you and lifting you up in my heart tonight.
Mary Strasshofer
January 2, 2011
"NB"
Heartfelt thoughts to you and your family
as you honor your Dad.
May good memories and love support
you and 'yours' as you go through
the journey of grief.
xxPeace and Grace
Mary Strasshofer
Bridget Stoll
January 2, 2011
N.B.
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Bridget Stoll
January 1, 2011
Bob was a great cousin, and I enjoyed very much the few visits I had with him. He will be greatly missed. We are concerned for his Teddy Bears. I know their grief will be great after losing such a creative friend. Much love, Shirley and Chuck Reed
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