Bob died peacefully on 7/14/11. He is survived by his loving wife Teresa and children Kevin, Morgan, T.C., Tommy, Donald and 9 grandchildren. Bob attended and graduated from Clairemont High School in San Diego, CA in 1964. He honorably served his country in the United States Air Force. He was stationed at George Air Force Base in California from March 3rd, 1966 to March 3rd, 1972 where he achieved the rank of Sergeant. He attended college at Victor Valley in 1968 and received his Associate’s Degree. Bob also attended the University of California Berkley in 1965. Bob was constantly improving his technical proficiencies through formal schools as well as self study. Bob spent his entire adult life in the Aviation Industry working for such companies as King Hi-Tech, General Dynamics, and the Federal Aviation Administration. He was also a private pilot for such people as John Wayne, Bob Hope and many other notable celebrities. He loved flying, camping, fishing, horseback riding, playing with his dogs, and was also known for saving animals. He was a licensed HAM radio operator (WA60JJ).