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William (Bill) Bach
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William (Bill) Bach, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, in Lakeville, MN.
Born on April 19, 1938, in Minneapolis, MN, he spent his early years in Minnesota before relocating to Arizona where he made his home for over five decades.
He is survived by his children: son Perry Bach (Kari), daughters Patti Kaiser (Ken) and Lori Cockerham (Kevin); stepchildren Fonda Negley and Mark Thorson (Heidi); sister Marilyn Oliver; and brother David Bach; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Laurence and Gretchen Bach; brother Larry Bach; wife Selma Bach; and former wife Penny Gardner.
A celebration of life was held in Lakeville to honor Bill’s memory.
