Obituary of Robert "Bob" Baltz

Robert "Bob" Baltz passed away Friday, March 18, 2011 in Sacramento at the age of 88 years. He was born December 4, 1922 to Lester and Ella (Koehler) Baltz in Pittsburgh, PA. At age 18 he moved to California; was drafted into the U.S. Army and fought in all five major battles, liberating France and Germany. On "D" Day he landed on Utah Beach, receiving a Silver Star for his service. After the Army he worked as a carpenter for three years as he went to night school to become a building inspector in Concord. Bob was drawn to Amador County because of his passion for hunting and fishing. In the 1960' he got a job with the County of Amador and moved to the foothills. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW. Bob was a very kind and thoughtful man. He adored Wilma's family, especially her grandchildren and daughter, Pat. He is survived by his companion of 10 years, Wilma Edwards of Jackson. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of life Sunday, April 3 at 11:00 A.M. at American Legion Hall Post 108 in Sutter Hill. Interment will be in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Pine Grove.