Robert E. Hilderbrand (Bob), was 88 years old. Bob was born in The Bronx, New York to Kathleen and Edward Hilderbrand.
He attended Fordham Prep, and graduated, from aeronautical engineering university. He worked on the infamous Titan Missile, then later worked for Boing, when it was still located in Seattle.
He designed a part of the famous 737 that is still in service in parts of the world. When these jobs ran out, he came to work at the "Nevada Highway Department," until his retirement.
In his free time, he was enthusiastic member of the Sierra Highlanders Pipe Band as a drummer (He said bass drum was the most fun.)
Bob is survived by his wife, Debbie and loyal dog, Oliver.