October 10, 2013

Hello, I am so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Donald except for brief conversations at the Southern Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce meetings. I wanted to tell you how much I appreciated his support to our service members and the flag pins he gave out. I still have those pins on each of my jackets/shirts I was wearing on those days. A couple of times it was when my son was in Afghanistan serving this country, his support moved me deeply. He had a big heart and I’m sure your loss was great.
My deepest condolences.
Deb Kachel

October 09, 2013

I was so saddened to hear that a Strasburg legend passed away last week. Don was part of my childhood and extended family, in fact, we still have our fire extinguisher wedding present. I recently heard him speak at the Memorial Day service. I live out of town and am always glad to get back to Strasburg to be part of this important patriotic event. Don was a true patriot and citizen and will be greatly missed.

October 07, 2013

I was so sad to see that Mr. Bachman passed away. So many of my childhood memories include the Bachman family, having been friends with Barb. Mr. and Mrs. Bachman were like second parents to me and I am so thankful for the way they cared for me. Praying for you all.
Love, Teresa (Eckman) Baker

October 07, 2013

My wife, Linda, and I are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our friend, Don.  He will be missed by all of us at the Lancaster County Boroughs Association as well as those of us who knew Don.  Please pass on our condolences to the Borough Council of Strasburg.
 
Chuck Mummert, Elizabethtown Mayor.

October 05, 2013

Dear Hope and Family: My heart goes out to you and your family: Don and I were associated for over 35 years through our businesses  and our mutual connection with the fire service! He became a good friend and mentor!I always was impressed with his devotion toward honoring members of the military and fire service what a great legacy ! I was also grateful for his latest tribute to Jim and Ruth Powl on Memorial Day of this year it was an honor our family will always remember! Don was a true gentlemen friend and patroit who imfluenced not only my life but others as well! I will always be appreciative of his quiet demeanor and gentle smile! Prayers and Well Wishes in the days and weeks to come ! Ed Powl C. S. Powl @ Son and Former Fire Chief Station 74 Elizabethtown Pa.                                               

October 05, 2013

Hope and Family,
Larry and I extend our deepest sympathy to you.  Don was a true Patriot.  He truly loved his Community, his Country, and his family.  He was a friend to all and will be missed by many.  
 

October 05, 2013

Mike and Barbra and all the Bachman Family, Sorry for the loss of your dad.we used to pick you and barb up on our sunday school bus many years ago.

October 04, 2013

Dear Don and Hope, My Thoughts Prayers are with you and your  Family. Your Dad was a great pearson and Loved his Country. Your Friend Brenda and Jim.

October 04, 2013

We will miss Don greatly: we so enjoyed his visits and our chats on Saturdays…his love of Strasburg & knowledge of its history, dedication & commitment to veterans, and sense of humor will be greatly missed & remembered. Our condolences and prayers are with you,
Heather & folks @ The Springerle House

October 04, 2013

Before there was a “MES”, or a “Fire Store” there was Don Bachman. Thanks  Don for leading the way.
He was a much loved,and respected salesman.”Old School”
Ed Sutch,Former Sales Mgr., Snap-tite Hose Inc.

October 04, 2013

For many years I have looked forward to seeing Donald every October when he would come to the church to inspect the fire extinguishers. We always took a few moments to chat and I was touched by the love in his voice when he spoke of his family. I didn’t know him well but I will miss him. Your family is in my prayers, Vickie Martin (Calvary Monument Bible Church Administrator)

October 04, 2013

So sorry to hear of Mr. Bachmans passing. We got to meet him at The Spa and Pool Place when he came to inspect our fire extinguisers. He was always very nice and polite. Our Condolences to the family from The Spa and Pool Place.

October 04, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about Don.  We have worked with Don for many years in the fire extinguisher business.
Our hearts and prays are with your familiy.  Please let us know if you need anything.
The BFPE International family
Lee Schmelyun
717-741-9980

October 04, 2013

Michael Barbara and all the Bachman Family.So sorry to hear about your great loss.Deepest Sympathy.Mike and Barbara used to ride our bus to sunday school many years ago. Jim and Jean Smith