Robert Eugene Burdick

July 31, 1945 - November 17, 2011

Bob Burdick, 66, was born in Bakersfield, California.

He passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 17, 2011.

He graduated from Bakersfield High School, class of 1963,

where he was an outstanding baseball player.

After high school Bob joined the Marine Corp becoming

a Sergeant and serving in Vietnam where he earned a

Purple Heart. Bob entered the California Highway Patrol in

1968 where he proudly served for 30 years.

During this time with the department he graduated from the

University of Redlands. He served in various capacities

with the Department. The highlights of his career were

when he served as the Public Affairs Officer and when he

was assigned to the Central Division Auto Theft Unit.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents,

Chuck and Pearl and his brother, Bill. Bob leaves

behind his loving wife Gloria Jean of 44 years; his daughter

Cathie and son-in-law Brian Escobar; grandchildren

Andrea, Jordan, Tyler, Nicolas and Louie; his uncle

Bud Bracchi and his wife Carol.

Bob was an avid golfer for over 30 years where he made

many lifelong friends. He was a past member of

Sundale Country Club and a current member of

Stockdale Country Club.

Bob was an extremely personable and generous man

who has many good friends. Bob's heart and home were

always open to everyone. Semper Fi Bob. We will all miss you.

Donations in Bob's memory can be made to

The American Heart Association,

404 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 327-1173

Graveside service will be held on Monday,

November 28, 2011 at 1:00pm

at the Bakersfield National Cemetery,

30338 East Bear Mtn Blvd., Arvin CA 93203.

www.bakersfield.com/obits

Arrangements under the direction of Mish Funeral Home,

Bakersfield, CA.