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Stephen Bishop Obituary

Stephen C. Bishop
Sept.28, 1938-Oct.28, 2012
Resident of Martinez
Stephen Claire Bishop was born in Iowa and graduated from Alhambra High School in 1956, attended Cal Poly and graduated with a degree in aeronautical engineering. Following his service to our country in the U.S. Army, he began his career. Stephen worked at Boeing and Lockheed in aerospace research and development for over thirty years. He is predeceased by parents Opal and Orville Bishop and in survived by many close friends. Viewing from 10 AM to 11 AM ; celebration of life at 11:00AM followed by burial on Tuesday Nov. 6, 2012 at Oakmont's Redwood Chapel.

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Published by Contra Costa Times on Nov. 2, 2012.

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MaryLynne Murray

November 5, 2012

I didn't get to know Steve as long as I'd have liked. I came to help him late in his life. He was cheerful, even in his weakened state. Easy to be around, kind. I was very sorry to hear he passed.

April and Keith Dudley

November 2, 2012

I have known Stephen for 8 years-he was my next door neighbor. My family and I enjoyed talking with him and having him at our parties. He was a very sweet person and his factual nature made me smile. We will miss him.

November 2, 2012

Steve was a great neighbor and friend. I will miss him greatly. Claire Kellogg

Edward DiBetta

November 2, 2012

Steve has been my friend for little more than sixty years. We graduated from Alhambra High in the same class of 1956. He was a good man, a quiet man, an honest man. He will be missed.

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