John P. Bachhuber Passes Away in August at the Age of 63

John P. Bachhuber, 63, of Bedford, died Aug. 28, 2014, surrounded by his family after a four-year battle with cancer. Born in Milwaukee, Wis., on Dec. 28, 1950, he was the son of Ralph and Evelyn (Schumann) Bachhuber. He lived in Milwaukee into adulthood, and before moving to Bedford 24 years ago, John and his family lived in Columbia, Conn., North Kingstown, R.I., and Voorhees, N.J. Employed by the Okonite Company for 35 years, John sold high voltage power cable and made friends up and down the East Coast. John wore many "hats." He was an avid cook and passionate foodie and was known by many for his "soon-to-be-world famous" mashed potatoes. He loved cars, all types of music, was the original do-it-yourselfer and religiously hosted his family for brunch every Sunday. He'll be remembered for his rare combination of strength, generosity, incomparable storytelling ability, wit and presence.The family includes his wife of 41 years, Catherine A. (McGuire) Bachhuber of Bedford; four children, Aaron J. Bachhuber and his wife, Jennifer, of Nottingham, Samuel G. Bachhuber and his wife, Danielle, of Manchester, Julie A. Mudd of Bedford and Elizabeth C. Stanton and her husband, Ryan, of Nashville, Tenn.; six grandchildren; three siblings, James Bachhuber of California, Joel Bachhuber of Florida and Jeanne Libby of Wisconsin; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.