Robert J. "Bupper" Bachman

Robert "Bupper" J. Bachman, 78, of Bethlehem, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021 at his residence. He was the beloved husband of Jane A. (Ache) Bachman with whom he shared over 24 years of loving marriage. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late George J. and Mildred Mae (Fenstermacher) Bachman. Bupper worked for Bethlehem Steel as a welder for 33 years before retiring in 1998. He was a member of the Hellertown American Legion, North End Wonderers, Jefferson Democratic Club, Bethlehem and the Bethlehem Volunteer Fireman's Home Association. Bupper was an avid Eagles, Red Soxs and Penn State fan. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Army.

Survivors: Bupper will be lovingly remembered by his wife Jane; daughter, Mylea Biggiani and husband Michael of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Bennett and Romy Biggiani; brother, Dale G. Bachman of Allentown; sister, Crystal Kupar of Mertztown and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by son, Kade Brecker Bachman and sister, Sherry Kish.

Services: Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. A memory tribute may be placed at cantelmifuneralhome.com.