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Robert James Callaghan

1944 - 2013

Robert James Callaghan obituary, 1944-2013, Chico, CA

BORN

1944

DIED

2013

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Newton-Bracewell Funeral Home - Chico

680 Camellia Way

Chico, California

Robert Callaghan Obituary

ROBERT JAMES CALLAGHAN Robert Callaghan of Chico, CA passed away peacefully at home on Friday, Sept. 27, 2013. Bob was born May 22, 1944 in San Francisco, CA. He attended Junipera Serra High School in San Mateo, CA, graduating in 1963. He was a veteran of the ARMY National Guard. On October 2, 1971, he married Shangra Nelson-Brock. Bob was em-ployed for 33 years with PG&E. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Alice; and Sister Kathleen. He is survived by his wife Shangra; daughter Shelby (Blake) Heinlein; son Mike (Christy) Callaghan; grandchildren Finn and Della; brothers Don and Paul (Janet); sisters Virginia and Teresa (Kevin); and many nieces and nephews, as well as a circle of close and loving friends. Whether called Irish Bob, Whiskey Bob, Ranger Bob, Marshal Bob, Chairman of the Board, husband, dad, grandpa or brother, he will be in our hearts forever. A Visitation and Rosary will be held at Newton-Bracewell Funeral Home on Thursday, October 3, 2013 from 7 to 9pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Our Divine Savior Catholic Church in Chico, CA on Friday October 4, 2013 at 11am. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Enloe Hospice or The Butte Humane Society in care of Newton-Bracewell. You may share your thoughts and memories of Bob online at nbcfh.com

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Published by Chico Enterprise-Record on Oct. 1, 2013.

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Donna Bucedi Traverso

September 25, 2019

Will always remember your hardy laugh and all the fun times we had at the River. Think of you often Irish bear

James Roninger

October 4, 2013

Bob was my neighbor growing up. He was a good family man and was always willing to help others. He will be missed.

October 4, 2013

i grew up with Bob. He was always so kind and just a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
God bless him.
Cissie Manini

carol lundquist

October 3, 2013

I have fond memories of Bob from back to middle school and high school days. He was a great person. God's blessings to his family.
Sincerely, Carol Gianni Lundquist

Gus Gazis

October 2, 2013

Bob was the best. I had so many good times with him, he was truly a part of my life and I will miss him,

Donna Bucedi Traverso

October 2, 2013

Shangra, I am very sad about the loss of Bob. He was a great guy and a very good friend. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

October 2, 2013

Shangra:
I'm deeply sorry for the loss of you husband. The are no words that will make it better but may the wonderful memories that you had with him continue to provide a measure of comfort
to you until God's promises are fulfilled. Psalms 37:11,29.

Bob Reynolds

October 1, 2013

I am going to miss my working, bowling, softball, golfing buddy. You were a great friend and are now in a better place.

teresa callaghan

October 1, 2013

you will be greatly missed brother!

Teresa Callaghan

October 1, 2013

you will be greatly missed, just like you were greatly loved!

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