Robert T. Balch Balch

Profile Updated: June 4, 2013
Residing In: Nuevo Arenal Costa Rica
Occupation: Retired
Children: Derek, born 1971, Jeff born 1975, Ryan born 1984, Stephanie born 1988
Military Service: Army  
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Army, College, Aerospace, Costa Rica for retirement

School Story:

Went to S.D. State for a year before I was asked to leave due to academic reasons. I majored in partying there and passed that course with flying colors. Then went into the Army for four years, stationed in Ft. Ord, Ft. Devens, Mass., Vietnam, North Japan. Then went back to school on the G.I Bill and got my Bachelors Degree from United States International University in San Diego. First job was with Sony in Rancho Bernardo, where I worked for four years. I then moved up to Ontario, CA, and worked for a company another four years. Then in 1983 started with Rockwell in Canoga Park on the Space Shuttle Main Engine program and continued to work for Rockwell, then Boeing for 23 years, working on Space Shuttle, National Aerospace Plane, Airborne Laser and other programs. Then worked for Northrop-Grumman for two years before calling it quits and moving to Costa Rica, where I reside now.

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Mar 15, 2025 at 10:33 AM

Posted on: Mar 13, 2025 at 11:35 PM

Happy Birthday, Ken. Hope you have a good one.. Robbie and Moniika

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Mar 08, 2025 at 4:22 PM

Posted on: Mar 08, 2025 at 12:10 PM

Feliz cumple, Sue. Hope you have a good one. Pura Vida, Robbie

Feb
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Feb 27, 2025 at 8:40 AM

Happy Birthday, Patty. Hope you have a good one. Robbier

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Feb 12, 2025 at 8:21 AM

Happy birthday, Wes. Loved the pic with the cigar on FB. Hope you had a good one. Robbie.

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Feb 04, 2025 at 12:20 PM

Happy Birthday, Carol. I hope you have a good one today. Pura Vida, Robbie

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Feb 04, 2025 at 1:04 PM

Posted on: Feb 03, 2025 at 5:12 PM

Happy Birthday David. We still follow you and your creations on FB. I still remember going in your woody with the front seat not bolted down and the fun we had. Hope all is well with you. Robbie,

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Dec 16, 2024 at 12:11 PM

I am so sorry to hear this.  I was a good friend of Robby in school and we both played drums.  I opted not to join the school orchestra, but I did audition, joined the Claremont Civic Symphony, and played with my dad.  I ended up going the Rock and Roll route.  

He and I used to ride bikes together and just had fun.  I believe we used to go skiing together also.  We lost touch after graduation, and I ended up living in Ontario for a while and went to him for dentist stuff.  He was really good, but then I moved away and didn't go back.

I have friends in San Miguel who are visiting Costa Rica, and I know what a beautiful place that is. I am sorry he had such a difficult time in his last days.  

 

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Dec 02, 2024 at 4:33 AM
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May 28, 2024 at 11:39 AM

Happy birthday Carolyn. It was great seeing you and hanging out with everyone at the last reunion. Hope you have a good day today. Robbie.

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May 29, 2024 at 7:18 PM

Posted on: May 28, 2024 at 11:38 AM

Happy Birthday Diana. It was great seeing you last year and I hope we can see each other at the next reunion, which I am sure you are actively planning as we speak. hehehehe. Robbie

Apr 14, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Happy Birthday Tom. Hope you have a good one. Robbie.

Apr 11, 2024 at 11:18 AM

Happy Birthday Linda. Hope you have a good one. Pura Vida. Robbie.

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Feb 11, 2024 at 7:35 PM

Posted on: Feb 11, 2024 at 1:06 PM

Happy Birthday, Wes. Hope you have a good one. Love your posts on FB.

Feb 04, 2024 at 11:14 AM

Happy Birthday Carol. Hope you have a good one. Always good seeing you at the reunions.

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Feb 03, 2024 at 11:44 AM
Jan 25, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Happy Birthday Pete. Hope you have a good one. Pura Vida. Robbie.

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Posted on: Jan 05, 2024 at 11:12 AM

Happy Birthday, Elaine. Hope you have a good birthday. Robbie

Dec 02, 2023 at 4:33 AM
Nov 04, 2023 at 1:53 PM

Happy Birthday, Sharrie. Great get-together for two nights with people we don't get to see. We had such good times at CHS and it is fun seeing everyone. You and the rest of the crew who plan all of this do a great job and it is very much appreciated. Thanks so much and hope you have a great birthday.

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