Eugene Roux

A Celebration of the life of Eugene (Gene) Roux will be held Friday August 15, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the Bidwell Chapel in Chico. Eugene (Gene) Clair Roux, the youngest son of Vinnie Alma Roux and George Francis Roux, passed away at his home on Monday, August 11, 2008. Gene was born in Berkeley, CA on November 22, 1932. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict as an MP. During his time of service, he participated in the Atomic Bomb tests at Camp Deseret Rock, Nevada. Gene retired after 40 years of employment from Bank of America when he became disabled from Parkinson's disease . Gene loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Traveling to Canada in the fall was a favorite vacation for Gene. He was very fond of exploring its many lakes. Gene is survived by his wife, Pat and sons, Marc and Gene and his adored granddaughter, Tayler Marie. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, George Francis, Jr. and Walter Leland Roux. Donations can be made in his name to the Parkinson's Institute or favorite charity, c/o of the Brusie Funeral Home.