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Duane Bach Obituary
Duane Bach, 69, Seattle, Washington, passed away on Aug. 26, 2016. He was born April 5, 1947, in Fairbury, IL; son of Reuben and Louise Bach. Duane married Barbara (Winterland) in 1970. He earned a degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois and was awarded the Elijah Watt Sells award of excellence on the CPA exam in 1973. Duane began his career and worked tirelessly at Coopers & Lybrand in Rockford, Illinois. He was tax partner in Rockford and later Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In 1992, Duane returned to Rockford to join Anderson Enterprises/Spring Creek Partners. He served on community boards including Lutheran Social Services and Rockford Health Systems. In 2014, Duane retired with his wife of 46 years and moved to Seattle to pursue their lives' passion for travel, wine, and each other. Duane is survived by his wife, Barbara Bach; daughter, Jennifer Bach (Seattle, WA); son, Michael Bach (Palatine, IL); and sister, Bonnie Bach, (Peoria, IL).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Mercy Rockford Health System, or National Stroke Association. A complete obituary will be available to be viewed at: www.bartonfuneral.com.
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Eileen Ekebom
September 1, 2016
To Duane's family - expressing my sincere sorrow at the passing of such a good man with whom I worked for many years at C&L Rockford. Duane was truly one of the finest men on staff and I am blessed to have known him. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Pennie Soteropoulos
August 29, 2016
Dear Barb, Jennifer and Michael,
So sorry to hear of Duane's passing. He sure lived a full life; which included a wonderful family. May he rest in peace; and, may his memory be eternal! Take care.
With deepest condolences and love,
Pennie
August 29, 2016
I worked with Bonnie for many years and heard many stories of Jennifer and Michael and the pranks she and Duane pulled on each other. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.
Iris
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Charlene Stefko
August 29, 2016
I worked with Duane for many years, and am very sad at his passing. Duane was a good and kind man and will be missed.
TB
August 29, 2016
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband and father. May your fond memories and the peace that God gives comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Phillipians 4:6,7,13
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