Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
George Bawart Obituary
Following his illness of several months, George F. Bawart passed away peacefully on January 25, 2010 with his wife, Jan and "daughter", Dana at his side. George was born September 3, 1939 in Burlingame, CA.
George was a retired Vallejo Police Officer. For 17 of his 28 years, he was a detective. Among his many cases, he was best known as the investigator on the ongoing Zodiac case.
After retirement, George was frequently found maneuvering the Bye George along the Delta waterways. At home, George built intricate radio controlled airplanes, was a voracious reader, accomplished cook, and an avid football and NASCAR fan, often watching with his "perfect" grandson, Bret. George was always ready with an entertaining story about events when he was a police detective or life in general. Fun loving and caring, George will be dearly missed.
George is survived by his wife and loving companion of nearly 30 years, Jan. Stepdaughters, Debora Farrell and Dana Fishburn (whom he referred to as his "daughter"), her husband, Les, and grandson, Bret. From an early marriage daughters, Natalie Bawart, Christine Wheelock, Debbie Daly and granddaughters, Christina Daly, Amanda Daly, Jordan Lane and Juliette Wheelock. George is also survived by sisters, Suzanne Day and husband, Steve and Mimi Rapp along with several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 11 at St. Peters Chapel on Mare Island, Vallejo, California.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your local Cancer Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for George Bawart
David Randall
February 24, 2010
God bless
February 19, 2010
Debbie,Christine and Natalie,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will never forget you from the neighborhood and always missed you. We lost our dad in 94 and know how hard it is.
Love The Mac Innes Family (Carol King and Helen MacKenzie
Brazil Family
February 13, 2010
I remember George and those little blonde girls. We always hung out together at the Elks Club and danced the night away at the "Father/Daughter" Dances. George was a great dancer. All of those girls were little beauties and so polite. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Sandy Betts
February 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gino Meyring
February 12, 2010
Jan, Debi & Dana
My sincerest condolences to you. George was a great inspiration to me while a police officer with VPD. George will be missed.
jackie tobin
February 11, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Debbie Daly, daughter of George Bawart. Love ya, Tammys mom.
RichMar Cabinets
February 11, 2010
Jan & Family, we are so sorry for your loss and we all miss George very much. His weekly stops at "the shop" to steal a donut and share a story will always be remembered. Jan you know we are just a phone call away. Rest in Peace George!
Tony Parrino Badge 231
February 11, 2010
Yvonne and Tony Parrino would like to express our sympathies to Natalie, Christine and Debbie, who we remember as little girls with lots of blonde hair. This goes back to the house on Western. A few years back. Short story George, myself and Thomas E P Woods III were all hired on the same day. When we got our uniforms from the tailor we show up at the Police Dept on Marin Street in full class A uniform. Gun belt and all. I think Capt Lacy nearly fainted when he saw the three of us walk in in uniform and not one day of trainig. He sent us home Code #3 to get out of the uniforms. It was long after that we were all trained and ready to go. The Department put us on the graveyard shift with Kent,Thacker, Nillson,Meredith,Riley,Zander,Buster Carriger and George Brazil as our Sergeant. That is who kept the peace on Vallejo in the old days. That was in 1961. The last century. God Bless and Be careful out there.
John Kloske
February 11, 2010
George was one of the most gifted law enforcement officers I have ever known and a genuine asset to the Vallejo community. My sympathies to the family.
Shannon Alward
February 10, 2010
Jan & Family, I am so sorry for your lost. George will be dearly missed. Love Shannon
Michael Permenter
February 10, 2010
Jan, Debbie,Dana and of course Bret
So sorry to hear about George, he was a great long time friend.
George and Jan on the Delta those were the Days. George will be missed
Warm Regards
Mike and Linda Permenter
michael lee finerty
February 10, 2010
To Family of George Bawart,I am so sorry for Your troubles.
Michael Lee Finerty
February 9, 2010
Jan, Debi & Dana,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I love you guys, Jolynn
February 6, 2010
We enjoyed knowing George. We will miss him the most as we go to or watch Nascar. Love John and Carolyn Cochran
February 5, 2010
Jan Bawart and Family,
We already miss our dear friend and thank you for all you did.
Love, Jim and Susan Cochran
Barclay Weyand
February 5, 2010
My deepest Condolences to Jan and family..I was lucky enough to know George through my brother Jim...I will always remember the Atlanta NASCAR week-ends in March and October and Georges great meals that he always fixed for us...In his chili pepper pants...George will be greatly missed...Barclay
Showing 1 - 16 of 16 results
Make a Donation
in George Bawart's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for George Bawart
How to support George's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor George Bawart's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
