Chico, Calif. - Chico philanthropist and majority owner of the Chico Heat baseball team, Steve Nettleton, has died at the age of 79 due to complications from Parkinson's Disease.
Nettleton donated his time and money to various organizations including the Boys and Girls Club in Chico and their gym bears his name.
Chico State also named its stadium, Nettleton Stadium, to honor him.