Robert Edward Bethel

Robert Edward "Bob" Bethel, age 75, of Ontario, California went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Born on April 19, 1946, the son of the late Robert Boyd Bethel & the late Patricia Corene (Carpenter) Bethel. Preceded in death by Step-dad Wilford Steele; Sister Roberta Bailey.

Bob graduated from Fullerton High School, class of 1964. A Veteran of Foreign Wars, he served his country in Vietnam from 1967-1969. He held both a BS, MS, degree in Mechanical Engineering from California State University, Fullerton and an MBA from the University of La Verne. Bob had a 40+ years successful and fulfilling career in the Petro Chemical Engineering Industry. He enjoyed Classic Cars, was an avid reader and found pleasure in listening to his favorite tunes in his garage, as he dreamt up his next car restoration project.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 52 years, Jean Bethel (Gunkel); his three children, daughter Jody Walters of Bluemont, VA, and husband Sean Walters; daughter Bobbie Hinks of Ontario, CA and husband Erick Hinks; son Ryan Bethel of Ontario, CA. Known best as "Papa", he leaves behind 12 Grandchildren: (Jody's) Kyle, Kaden, Madden, Hattie, Sawyer; (Bobbie's) Breanna, Jaden Hunter, Paige, Harleigh, Dustin, Austin. Waiting for him in heaven, is his grand-dog Rylee Bethel (Ryan's child). He also leaves behind a sister Mona Mash of Fullerton, CA and husband Harry Mash; along with extended family and many friends.

He will be greatly missed!

A committal service for Robert will be held Tuesday, March 15, 2022 from 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA 92518.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Draper-Mortuary.com for the Bethel family.