Robert C Gibbs

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“Barb...I am soooo very sorry... Mely ”
1 of 81 | Posted by: Melody Laudolff - Mercer, WI

“I was stunned when Barb told me of Bob's passing. Talk about a man with love, passion, heart, desire, motivation, and strength to try and help save...Read More »
2 of 81 | Posted by: David Brower - Loveland, CO

“Hi, Although I didn't know Bob I related to him by being diagnosed with the same high grade AA brain tumor in Dec 1996. I can relate to what he went...Read More »
3 of 81 | Posted by: Robert Williams - Saint Louis, MO

“Bob was such a friendly and helpful man. More than anything he wished to educate others about some of their options when facing brain cancer like he...Read More »
4 of 81 | Posted by: M.E. Garza - Los Angeles, CA

“Dear Barb and Miles for Hope, My family is so blessed to have met Bob and the entire Miles for Hope team. Bob gave our family hope when our Mom...Read More »
5 of 81 | Posted by: Sonel Patel - Garden grove, CA

“Dear Barb, Aunt Joanne, Uncle Butch, Jackie and families, This message is sent with deep prayer and sympathy for the loss of such a great man. ...Read More »
6 of 81 | Posted by: Christine Gust - Lancaster, NY

“Barb, I, too, want to express my deepest sympathies to you & yours. I'll always remember Bob for his incredible kindness & great courage. All the...Read More »
7 of 81 | Posted by: Carl Minieri

“My condolences to you Barbara and your family.I was deeply saddened to hear this news.Robert was an amazing man who touched many lives.My thoughts...Read More »
8 of 81 | Posted by: Angie Rodrigo - Aliso Viejo, CA

“I met Bob a few years ago while our boys played football. He as so outgoing and positive in everything he did. Though I did not know him long he made...Read More »
9 of 81 | Posted by: Shannon McGee - Clearwater, FL

“Bob was simply one of the most incredible and inspirational people I have ever met. His committment to making the world a better place for those who...Read More »
10 of 81 | Posted by: Les Goldman - Washington, DC, DC

“I first met Bob and Barb in the planning stages of the inaugural M4H Clearwater cycling event. I will forever treasure the memory of Bob's endless...Read More »
11 of 81 | Posted by: Ruth Holmberg - Palm Harbor - FL

“Barb and boys We will miss Bob. We have fond memories of meeting you both on your honeymoon on the Seabreeze and all the other times we were able...Read More »
12 of 81 | Posted by: Bob and Lynn Fleming - FL

“R.I.P. Bob. Your light will never dim. You have been an amazing man with a remarkable family. Thank you for all you have done, you have been an...Read More »
13 of 81 | Posted by: Karen Florin - Tarpon Springs, FL

“Blessings.... ”
14 of 81 | Posted by: Shoeb & Fatema

“I will never forget how Bob gaved me advice on treatment options for my father who has a gbm. He was so kind and helpful. My thoughts and prayers go...Read More »
15 of 81 | Posted by: Nicole Berlin - Los Angeles, CA

“Bob, You left the world a better place. You will be truly missed. Diane Bier ”
16 of 81 | Posted by: Diane Bier - Milltown, NJ

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless you all. Lucy & Dale Milliken ”
17 of 81 | Posted by: lucy milliken - perrysburg, OH

“For most of us , coping with our own misfortunes is almost all we can handle in our lives.Every once in a great while we meet someone who offers...Read More »
18 of 81 | Posted by: John Morrissey - Bonita Springs, FL

“I am friends with Kim Rowan and she would talk about Robert often. So he will be sadly missed. I feel so glad that she introduced me to his Miles...Read More »
19 of 81 | Posted by: Michelle Angel Coelho - Aurora, CO

“I will always remember the day we went to lunch and met up with Cheech and Chong..Bobs memory will live on for so many things. You are both so...Read More »
20 of 81 | Posted by: Diane Peacock - Wrightwood , CA

“You were both a true inspiration as George and I battled his brain cancer for 6 years. I know how painful the end of the journey is but I also know...Read More »
21 of 81 | Posted by: Myrna

“I never had the pleasure of meeting you in person but I admire your strength and your dedication towards making this world a better place. You will...Read More »
22 of 81 | Posted by: Wendy Andrade - CA

“Thank you Robert and Barb Gibbs for helping me thru the loss of my father. Lost to GBM in 2009. Bob helped me to understand what to expect. Barb did...Read More »
23 of 81 | Posted by: Betsy Risso - St. Petersburg, FL

“Our memory of meeting Bob at the walk out here in Los Angeles will forever stay in our heart. He was so positive and strong for all those around. ...Read More »
24 of 81 | Posted by: Terri & Louie Perez - CA - Friend

“My deepest sympathy to Barb, Joanne, Clayton and the Gibbs family,Bobby was truly Awesome and will be rememberd by all. ”
25 of 81 | Posted by: Steven Sears - Largo, FL

“Your countless effort to find a cute for this ugly disease, has not only touched many but our family personally. We appreciate everything you did in...Read More »
26 of 81 | Posted by: Anita Patel - Tustin , CA

“Bob, you were such a shining light to so many people. We grieve for your passing, but are also in realization that you are no longer in pain. Please...Read More »
27 of 81 | Posted by: Jen Searle - AZ

“We will miss Bob. Take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place. May God give you and the boys peace and comfort during this time. God...Read More »
28 of 81 | Posted by: Tony, Bernice, Anthony and Amon Hinson - FL

“Robert, May you now rest in Peace. You have been called home now. You were a great person and a great friend. You will be missed. My thoughts and...Read More »
29 of 81 | Posted by: Derek E. Hinman - Pendleton, SC

“We are saddened , by Bob's passing yet thankful the he is now free of pain. He is at peace and watching over Barb & his Boys.We will miss Bob dearly....Read More »
30 of 81 | Posted by: The Ray Family... Lora,Tom,Tanya & Kevin. - FL

“I went to school with Bob, he was a stand up guy throughout our school years, and continued to be throughout his life. All my thoughts and prayers...Read More »
31 of 81 | Posted by: Barbara Edwards - friend

“To the Gibbs & Lucas family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Dave ”
32 of 81 | Posted by: Dave Pacheco - New Port Richey, FL

“Barb and family, Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Having been where you are I have some understanding of how you are...Read More »
33 of 81 | Posted by: Lesley Sanders Boyer - HAMPSTEAD, NC

“Bob you accomplished so many things in your short time on earth; you touched countless people's lives, raised awareness about Brain Cancer/Tumors,...Read More »
34 of 81 | Posted by: Bridget Brekke

“Bob will be missed, It was a pleasure to get to know him and his fight that he did so well. Our condolences from all of us here that knew him. May...Read More »
35 of 81 | Posted by: Norris Smith - Clearwater, FL

“"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4 We extend our condolences to the Gibbs family and pray for strength and...Read More »
36 of 81 | Posted by: Neisha Andres - Houston, TX

“You were an inspiration to many. From all the employees at Senior Home Care, we were blessed to have been a small part of your life. ”
37 of 81 | Posted by: Ronda Woble - Tampa, FL

“Be at peace my friend. You fought long and hard. ”
38 of 81 | Posted by: Teresa M Gregorio - San Diego, CA

“I will never forget the times we worked together. You will be greatly missed. ”
39 of 81 | Posted by: Tom Vargas - oldsmar, FL - Friend

“Bob was one of those men who was bigger than himself. A true humanitarian concerned with the lives of others and how to help them live longer than...Read More »
40 of 81 | Posted by: Randall Pape - Tampa, FL - Friend

“The James Wood family extends their Sympathy-they lost Jim to Brain Cancer 5 years ago. With the Miles for Hope Charity and the Tug Mcgraw...Read More »
41 of 81 | Posted by: Betsy Wood - clearwater, FL

“Barb and Family - We are so sorry for your loss and will keep your family in our prayers. Ken and Susan Olds ”
42 of 81 | Posted by: Ken and Susan Olds - Clearwater, FL

“The inspiration of the story of Bob Gibbs has no time frame. We therefore are in total support of Miles For Hope and seek to encourage MAXIMUM...Read More »
43 of 81 | Posted by: Burton Danet - Manhattan Beach, CA

“There are no words that could take away your pain at this time...please know our Heartfelt Prayers go out to the family. God Bless, John & Linda...Read More »
44 of 81 | Posted by: John & Linda Dale - Albion, NY

“Thank you Bob. You made a difference in the lives of several people. We can think of a very precious 3 year old girl who needed you to find us when...Read More »
45 of 81 | Posted by: Sigler Family - FL

“Our deepest condolences to Clara, Butch, Joanne and Robert's wife and children. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ”
46 of 81 | Posted by: Ray and Bonnie Carr Piedmont - CT

“You are in our prayers. God bless you. ”
47 of 81 | Posted by: Jim and Lynda Machalette - FL

“Bob's light will shine on through all he touched. May his hope and courage bring peace and sustain you. Life is measured by the number of lives one...Read More »
48 of 81 | Posted by: Bob and Brenda Kavanaugh - CO

“I am so sorry for the lost of such a wonderful son, father, husband and inspiration to so many suffering from brain cancer. My thoughts and prayers...Read More »
49 of 81 | Posted by: Sharon Bufano - Lebanon, TN

“Bob, thank you for touching so many lives. May your light shine upon your family through this most difficult time. You are going to be truly missed...Read More »
50 of 81 | Posted by: Cira Saget - Charles Town, WV

“Thank You for everything you did for research and awareness of the BT Group ”
51 of 81 | Posted by: Sandra Payne - Owensboro, KY

“God bless your family in ur time of sorrow. My heart and love hoes out to your family. ”
52 of 81 | Posted by: tami coleman dutill - blackwood , NJ

“We will miss you forever Bob. Never have a met a man so determined to save the world. You will always be an inspiration to Tom and I. ”
53 of 81 | Posted by: Tom and Nancy Vargas - oldsmar, FL

“Butch, Joann, Jackie, Barb and families: Our heart goes out to you. May you all find the inspirational strength that Bob had to help you through...Read More »
54 of 81 | Posted by: Kelly Blackburn - Middleport, NY

“Barb, My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss. With deepest sympathy, Diana "Death leaves a heartache no one can...Read More »
55 of 81 | Posted by: Diana Moody - Augsburg - Friend

“Ive Prayed for you.....And your Family, But GOD NEEDED YOU MORE, SOMEPLACE SPECIAL........Your now their ANGEL... WATCH OVER THEM ALWAYS.along with...Read More »
56 of 81 | Posted by: Bella Myers - Salisbury, NC

“I am sure that Bob is among angels know ready to help all of us the Brain Tumour patients his second family and also his wife and 4 sons.God pless...Read More »
57 of 81 | Posted by: Maria Solomou - NICOSIA CYPRUS

“R.I.P.Bob, You put up a long and hard fight. And we admire you for that. Thanks for being a wonderful Brother in Law, wonderful husband to my...Read More »
58 of 81 | Posted by: Lora & William Caudill - KY

“A true American! Can do attitude all the days of his life! ”
59 of 81 | Posted by: Brian Mowry - Dunedin, FL

“There was never a dull moment working with Bob on interesting and difficult Public Works projects in Pinellas County. The same held true after Bob &...Read More »
60 of 81 | Posted by: Brian Mowry & Family - Dunedin, FL

“I first met Bob at Packet Pick up on Dec 9, 2010. We chatted for a while about the organizations plans for future races & events. Bob had the...Read More »
61 of 81 | Posted by: Connie - Tampa, FL

“Dearest Bob, I am so saddened to have to say goodbye in this holiday season. I pray your soul is finding the peace you so deserve. I will...Read More »
62 of 81 | Posted by: Terri Shelden - Canyon Country, CA

“Met Bob and Barb during their initial setup of first Miles For Hope Clearwater event. Bobs' determination to beat his illness and to help others with...Read More »
63 of 81 | Posted by: Steve Stokking - Palm Harbor, FL

“Please accept our deepest condolences on our Bobby`s passing. He was a shining star in many lives and well be remembered for all he did for so many...Read More »
64 of 81 | Posted by: Toula & Tony Ameres - Dunedin, FL

“I am with such a heavy heart as I write this. I have known Bobby for many years. Joanne & Butch are very dear close friends. I cannot express how...Read More »
65 of 81 | Posted by: Toula Ameres - Dunedin, FL

“I had my tumor removed just 8 days before the walk he was running near where I live. I had 30 staples from the top of my forehead to the top of my...Read More »
66 of 81 | Posted by: Gary A. Scott - Canyon Country, CA

“Bob has left an indelible mark on the face of brain cancer awareness. We will all continue to honor his legacy by working even harder to continue his...Read More »
67 of 81 | Posted by: Kathy Gielow - Kenmore, NY

“i thank our heavenly Father what we could keep you for as long as we did. God rest you dear Bob. send us the strength to carry on your message as...Read More »
68 of 81 | Posted by: Brenda Bennett - dayton, OH

“Thank you for all the effort you and your family have put into brain tumor awareness. If all of us could be as successful, there would be a cure now. ”
69 of 81 | Posted by: Tammy Thornton - Tampa, FL

“Barb & Family, there are no words. There are no right words that are going to make things better, I am so sorry. I'm sending lots of hugs and love...Read More »
70 of 81 | Posted by: Ellen Jannol - Valley Glen, CA

“I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was an inspiration to all fighting this horrible disease. I hope that Miles for Hope will continue to do research...Read More »
71 of 81 | Posted by: Shea Trembley - Cedar Hill, TN

“An amazing man was lost . Barb and Bob are such great friends of our family. Our hearts are broken for Barb and the Boys. We will cherish the...Read More »
72 of 81 | Posted by: Jorie Hosch - Oxnard, CA - Friend

“Barb and Family, Bob will be forever remembered he was a brave and strong man and alot of people looked up to him. He will be sadly missed. My...Read More »
73 of 81 | Posted by: Kim Rowan - Owensboro, KY

“My heart is heavy for Barb and the family, and it's hard to find words to express the loss of such an extraordinary individual. Bob was one who...Read More »
74 of 81 | Posted by: Christine Tabor - Clearwater, FL

“Peace, Love and Light to the Gibbs Family - Our hearts ache with the passing of Bob and look to the joy of life eternal in Peace. ”
75 of 81 | Posted by: Jeff Ploetz - Rotterdam, NY

“Barb and boys, I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I only knew him through Facebook and Miles For Hope. He did and will continue to do remarkable...Read More »
76 of 81 | Posted by: Terrilee Perry - Amherst, NY

“The entire staff of Sylvan Abbey extends our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. ”
77 of 81 | Posted by: Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home - FL

“Our hearts break for your loss...please know that you and the boys are in our prayers. Bob was a true warrior; battling until the bitter end. He was...Read More »
78 of 81 | Posted by: Rebecca Sullins - Tampa, FL

“We are so deeply saddened at Bob's passing. What a wonderful man! We will miss him and his sense of humor in the office -- always willing to help...Read More »
79 of 81 | Posted by: Valerie & Stuart Sanford - FL

“The passing of Bob has deeply saddened me. Bob has touched the lives of so many ,including my family. Bob was a true Hero. I will continue to honor...Read More »
80 of 81 | Posted by: Erica Gunnels - St. Petersburg , FL

“Barb, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. If you need anything please do not...Read More »
81 of 81 | Posted by: Susan & David Rutter - Clearwater, FL


Robert Gibbs "Bob", 42, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at home, after a long battle with brain cancer, with his family by his side. He leaves behind his wife, Barb, his sons; Christopher, Justin, Matthew and Dylan. Survived by his parents Clayton & Joanne Gibbs, sister Jackie (Jeff) Tonkel, Grandmother Clara Gibbs, several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces & Nephews.

Born July 2, 1969 in Albion, NY, he moved from Medina, NY to Clearwater, FL in 1986. Working in road construction, he worked his way up to Vice President of Operations and a licensed General Contractor. In 2004 he was diagnosed with brain cancer which shifted his focus in life. He co-founded a non-profit organization, Miles For Hope. His mission was not only to find a cure for this devastating disease, but to offer his own brain cancer experiences to others to assist them during their battle. He always put others before himself. He touched many lives while battling his own illness. He always found time to speak with other brain tumor patients or their families, providing hope, information, comfort and support. Although his own treatments exhausted him, he never tired from helping others or turned anyone away. His strength, determination and drive touched and helped so many.

He enjoyed life to the fullest and found great joy in the outdoors. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, diver, skier and camper.

Through his tireless efforts he made the world a better place than he found it. He will be greatly missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make donations please consider Miles For Hope 1684 N Belcher Rd, Clearwater, Fl 33765. www.MilesForHope.org