Robert A. Bachus

1949 - 2017

ROBERT A. BACHUS June 1, 1949-Dec. 4, 2017 Retired Chico Fire Captain, Robert A. Bachus, peacefully passed away, after a long illness. He grew up in the Bay Area, graduating from San Carlos H.S. in 1967. He attended Butte College and, after receiving his fire science degree, was hired as a fire fighter in 1976 and served the city of Chico for 29 years. Rob was a traveller of the world, loved riding his Harley, animal lover, an artist, and could build anything including his home in Cohasset. He loved nature and the outdoors; hunting with his friend, Wayne, in Utah, who also taught him gem Faceting; camping and ATV riding in the deserts of Utah and Nevada with his wife; exploring the Black Rock Desert with long-time friends, Sam and Dana, where they developed many of the existing hot springs. He was a wine enthusiast, grew wine grapes and loved that dark, smooth stuff. He was a man's man, a good friend, someone to count on and full of love. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Delia, and her extended family. He is also survived by his mother, Leona, four siblings and many nieces and nephews.