Merlyn F. "Chuck" Bach
June 02, 2017
Chuck Bach, 84, passed away June 2, 2017, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. He was born April 13, 1933, in Charles City, IA to Frank and Alice Bach.
Chuck owned and operated Bach Sales Center in Des Moines for 50 years. He was an avid horseman and outdoorsman who loved caring for his farm, golfing, and hunting. Chuck also enjoyed bowling and watching Western movies.
Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Janis; sister, Darlene Fini; children, Dan (Kim) Bach, Sandy (Jay) Waterman, Jeff (Barb) Bach, Curt Bach, Diane Bach, and Marcie Bach; stepchildren, Scott (Barbara) Dillon, Shelle (Bob) McCartney, Steve (Roseanna) Dillon, and Kelle (Brian) Harvey; 19 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Dottie; and his brother, Thomas Bach.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 6, 2017, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary service. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 7th at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 510 E. 1st Street in Ankeny, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Chuck’s family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors and staff at Mercy Hospital for the very dignified and compassionate care he received.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League in loving memory of Chuck.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Cheryl Daugherty
06/06/2017
May you always remember Chuck as the smiling, outgoing, energetic man that he was. Prayers for your achy hearts. Love you all.
Ron (Bustie) Bach
06/06/2017
So sorry for your loss. As I sit here remembering all the wonderful memories and great times shared with the family my heart is filled with love, laughter and now tears. You are sincerely missed. Prayers and Blessing sent to family.
Ron and Diane Bach
Tracy Fink Creason
06/05/2017
Sorry for your loss Curt. Please know that I will keep you and your family in my heart.
Suzan Bach
06/05/2017
My sincerest condolences to the entire family. So sorry for your loss but like I do with Mom's passing, remember to cherish all the beautiful memories you have over the years.
It's very comforting.
God Bless you all.
Love,
Suzan Bach