Robert H. Bastian, 45, 303 E. 31st, died at his home Monday July 27, 1987.

He was born in Erie, Feb. 3, 1942, a son of Harry and the late Margaret Orton Bastian. A 1964 graduate of the University of Rochester, where he eared a B.S in engineering, he most recently worked for ITEK Co. in Boston as an optic engineer, Before that he had worked in Washington D. C. for a number of years. He was a member of St. Mark Episcopal Church in Erie.

In addition to his father, survivors include several cousins.

A private funeral service was held at the convenience of the family. The Rev. Jeffery Hamblin, pastor of St Mark Episcopal Church, officiated. Burial was at Delevan, N. Y., Cemetery. Russel C. Schmidt and Son Funeral Home, 2926 Pine Ave. handled arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 549 W. 8th, Erie.