Robert Leonard Chambers

Robert “Bob” Leonard Chambers, 68, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2017. His sincere devotion to his family and a firm belief in God helped sustain him throughout his life and ultimately provided him with that peace that lies beyond our understanding. Born in Salem, Oregon to Leland and Hazel Chambers on June 10, 1948, Bob loved to spend his youth among the many streams, lakes and woods around his boyhood home. Later, while attending Medford High School, he enjoyed competing in the high jump event against the legendary Dick Fosbury. He achieved second place in the state high jump competition in 1966. Always a patriot, Bob chose to join the Air Force after graduation, where for the next three years he served with distinction as an avionics technician in faraway postings that included the Philippines. Returning home, he chose to attend the University of Oregon. As a true son of Southern Oregon, Bob would spend the next 39 years with Pacific Power and Light, where he would spend much of his time in the outdoors. Always an avid hunter, fisherman and camper, he loved to walk through the mountains and valleys of the Northwest where he would raise his family. He taught his children the value of the great outdoors and the peace it can bring to the human spirit. For those who knew Bob the best, he will always be remembered as someone whose jokes, taunts and comedic flirtatiousness were all part of his zest for fun. Truly a man who lived life to the fullest, he cherished his family and, as an active member of the United Methodist Church and the Emmaus Community, he was the embodiment of Christian values. Always willing to volunteer his time, Bob was respected by all that knew him. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Leland and Hazel Chambers, his brother George Chambers, his niece Brenda Possinger and nephew Todd Chambers. He is survived by his wife Valerie Chambers, step-children Trish and Clint Kimbell, Bob’s eldest son Levi and his wife Victoria, daughter Christina Sin and her husband Adam, his youngest son David and wife Tama; and his eldest daughters Robin Lachapelle and Dawn Chambers. He is further survived by seven grandchildren whom he adored: Jocelyn, Isaac, Lily, Tal, Blaise, Nixie, and baby Ivy. Bob’s life will be celebrated on Friday, June 9, 2017 at 10:30 AM at the United Methodist Church in Yreka, with a military sendoff at the Eagle Point National Cemetery, located at 2763 Riley Road in Eagle Point to follow at 2:00 PM. Donations may be made in Bob’s name to Madrone Hospice, 255 Collier Circle, Yreka, CA 96097, or a love gift may be sent to his faith community: Mountain Trails Walk to Emmaus via the treasurer at 1330 Flume Court, Yreka, CA 96097.

Robert Leonard Chambers

June 10, 1948 - March 18, 2017