Bob Backovich passing

Another industry giant has passed too soon. Bob Backovich, retired from Safeway since 1993 after 39 years with the company, died on Monday, June 30.

From the several conversations I had today with those who knew him well, Bob was a commanding personality who lit up a room when he walked into it. He was demanding, but no one in his employ wanted to do anything more than excel for him.

Our condolences to Bob's family and many in the industry who knew and loved Bob. Memorial services will be July 10 in Carlsbad, Calif.