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James Bachman Obituary

James Michael Bachman was born February 26, 1941, in Sherman, Texas, to Elizabeth Norman Bachman and James L. Bachman. After a lengthy illness he died in Oklahoma City on April 20, 2009. Mike is survived by his beloved family wife Angela children Andy and Tammy Bachman, Kevin and Lisa Bachman, and Matthew Bachman grandchildren Kayla, Alison, Emma, Michael and Christian Bachman brother and sister-in-law Ralph and Lila Fillmore brother-in-law Harold Smart nieces Robin Smart Germany, M.D., Lindsay Fillmore Gabrielson and Heather Fillmore Neighbors nephew Phillip Smart. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Pamela Bachman Smart. Mike grew up in Seminole, Oklahoma. After moving to Oklahoma City, he graduated from John Marshall High School and Oklahoma City University. He received his Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University College of Law. He was an agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation until he resigned to work with his father in the family business, Bachman Services where he served as President and CEO. He was a longtime member of the Oklahoma Bar Association and the Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association. As a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church he served as a Deacon and member of the Session. The family deeply appreciates the compassionate care that Mike received from the staff of the Oklahoma Heart Hospital. They especially wish to thank Mark Fixley, M.D., Philip Adamson, M.D., Jack Collier, M.D. and Jeffrey Garrett, M.D. as well as Tim Aishman, RRT and the dedicated nurses who cared for him. Mike enjoyed golf, fly fishing, travelling, and spending time with his friends. However, his most treasured moments were spent with his family. His zest for life and generosity of spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Services will be at 11 A.M., on April 24, 2009, at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Memorial donations may be made to: The Westminster Foundation, 4400 North Shartel, Oklahoma City, OK 73118. Online condolences can be submitted at www.corbettfuneral.com

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Published by Oklahoman from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2009.

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Doug and Mary Huddleston

August 10, 2009

Mike and Angela made us feel so welcome in our new neighborhood in Edmond. Angela we send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Mike always had a smile for his neighbors and was so supportive of our boys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed!

June 21, 2009

Mr Bachman was a great man. He was very generous to those in his employ and an asset to the state of Oklahoma and the oil business. And to the Bachman family " I am so sorry for your lose" Eric Cummins (Edmond, Ok)

Mike Leebron

May 24, 2009

I am deeply sorrowed to hear the news of Mikes passing. The world is a lesser place without him. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Mike Allman

May 23, 2009

My goodness I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I very much enjoyed visiting with Mike as we moved back to Huntwick. We ALWAYS admired your beautiful home. Our prayers and thoughts are with your entire family. God Bless you all.

John Dickenson

April 27, 2009

Mike and Angela were very dear friends of our family for many years. When our family moved to Edmond in the late 1980s, the Bachman family immediately welcomed us as if we were part of their extended family. Twenty-two years later, we still feel the same now as we did then.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Angela and the rest of the family. Mike was a great person and will truly be missed.

Kristin Klontz

April 27, 2009

My heart grieves for the loss of Mike. Angela, you were like a mother to me and you and Mike took me in as if I were one of your own and for that I will always love you and be forever grateful. I'm so sorry for your loss and I will be pryaing for you and the rest of the family.

Meg Branson

April 27, 2009

Angela..
My sister, Kathleen, in Corpus keeps up with all the Oklahoma City news, and she sent me the notice of Mike's death. I immediately e-mailed Skip. Both of us were so enamored with you and Mike. We thought you two were the "coolest" just a little older than us" couple.I have vivid memories of you and Mike working in the front yard, and trying to keep Andy from riding his tricycle into the street! Mike was always entertaining with his jokes and infectuous grin. Between the Goss family and the Bachmans we felt we were the lucky ones to have landed on 110th street. Such wonderful memories of those times. My heartfelt prayers go to you and the kids, and all other family members. Mike will be sorely missed by all whom knew him.
Sincerely, Meg Contact me [email protected]

Teresa Lewis

April 26, 2009

I don't think I would be where I am today nor have had the courage to reach for the goals that I have accomplished, if it hadn't been for the encouragement and help from both Mike and Angela. You both gave me so much and I have been blessed that you have been a part of my life. Mike will surely be missed by myself and John.

Skip Branson

April 25, 2009

Mike and Angela were true "welcome wagons" for my new wife and me when we moved into our new home after graduating from OU in 68-69. What great, fond memories we will always have of a truly remarkable family. Mike will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy to Angela and the kids.

Kathy Patterson Thomas

April 24, 2009

I attended John Marshall High School with Mike and remember him as a bright, quiet and respectful young man. I send my deepest sympathy to his family.

CHANEL TRUITT

April 24, 2009

YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. BE STRONG AND PUT IN ALL IN GODS HANDS.
SINCERELY,
TERENCE AND CHANEL TRUITT

Jerry & Bonnie Staab

April 23, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!
May God Bless!

The Staab Family,
Jerry, Bonnie, Scott, Angie & TJ
Staabco Chemical, Inc.

Charles McBride

April 23, 2009

All of us with J. R. & Adam Seitz, Ltd. wish to give our deepest sympathies and heartfelt thoughts to the family of Mike Bachman.

Linda Feist

April 23, 2009

Angela and family, Mike was a wonderful person and the greatest boss anyone could have. His care and concern for me as an employee went above and beyond the call. Frank and I will treasure the friendship we developed with Mike over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow - - Mike will be missed so much -- Sincerely Linda Feist

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