Bobby Joe Martindale
Bobby Joe Martindale
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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Donald Hudson
October 15, 2008
My sympathy to the Martindale family. I knew Bobby from Thomas Dale High School and Garry from his early band days playing at the Satelite. They are all high energy and very talented with a great zeal for life.
Joyce & Butch kernodle
October 14, 2008
Our sympathy and prayers are with you Geraldine and all the Martindale family. We raced with Bobby in the earlier years and again in the later years. Bobby loved what he was doing and will be truely missed.
Michael C Cline
October 10, 2008
I have know Bobby most of my life, while a student at Thomas Dale, through our family business, and at many racing events. I was saddened to learn of his tragic death and my prayers and best wishes go out to his family and friends.
Trisha Harlow Adkins
October 10, 2008
Mr. Martindale, Butch & Garry
My family and I were very saddened to hear about your loss of Bobby. May God Bless you all.
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Trisha Harlow Adkins
October 10, 2008
Mr. Martindale, Butch & Garry
My family & I were very saddened to hear of your loss of Bobby. Our prayers are with each of you during this saddened time. May God Bless you all.
Kristi Wynn
October 10, 2008
HI. My name is Kristi Wynn. My husband and I met Bobby and Jerry last year in Reynolds, Ga at Silver Dollar Raceway. Though we only had the pleasure of meeting Bobby a few times, you knew instantly he had a heart of gold and a passion for racing. He's one of the kindest people I've ever met. He touched so many lives and will never be forgotten. To Bobby's Family, Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.Thom and Kristi Wynn
Scott Peach, Sr.
October 10, 2008
Our deepest symphathy to Geraldine and the Martindale Family. Having been friends with Bobby since highschool it will be hard to think of him no longer with us. We spent many great weekends at the strips along the East Coast back in the 60's & 70's. That's how we met Geraldine and realized the great bond between she and Bobby.
Life takes us all in different directions and so it was with this couple.
Their lives went on with with new families and friends through the years. Both had their share of family heartaches through those years and it was a special treat for Doris & I when we learned a few years back that these two teenage sweethearts had found each other again. The Lord works in special ways and allowing these two to spend their later years together was very special. We cherish their friendship all these many years and have peace in knowing Bobby went to be with the Lord doing what he so passionally loved (drag racing).
He will be greatly missed by his family and the many countless friends he made through the years.
Our Love and Prayers go out to the Markam and Martindale Families.
Scott H. Peach, Sr.
Tracy Carter
October 9, 2008
May God Bless The Martindales...Bobby Will Live Forever With The Lord...Rest My Brother...Say Hello To Blaine,Elmer,Eric,Scott,Steve And Doug....
june and greg hodge
October 9, 2008
Geraldine, Rob, and Kim our sincere sympathy to the Markhams and Martindales.
June and Greg Hodge, Richmond HOG Chapter
Ellie Call
October 8, 2008
So very sorry to hear of Bobby's death. He and his cousin Robbie use to come to my house to see me and my sister Charlotte. We all went to Thomas Dale High School. We were just talking about Bobby and some of the nutty things we use to do. He was so much fun. I know his family and friends will miss him greatly.
Kara DePerno
October 8, 2008
Hello, my name is Kara DePerno. I have known Bobby for a few short years, but he has touched my life and the life of my family and friends in such a way. I belive he has helped my husband(Tony) understand more about life, racing, family and what matters most, happiness. Bobby you were more then a friend to us you were like a father to Tony and I, and a grandfather to our son Dominick. We will always love and miss you so so so much. To Bobby's family I am so sorry for your loss. I wish we could be there with all my heart, I am sorry we are unable to make it. With all our love. The DePerno Family........
Jack Gordon
October 8, 2008
To Geraldine and Bobby's Family my deepest sympathy goes out to you.Bobby was the best friend i have ever had.I will miss him so much.We have been close friends for over 50 years.He has helped me in so many ways.GOD BLESS YOU.
Jackie Gordon (Midlothian,VA)
Gary Dunn
October 8, 2008
I am sorry to hear of this he was a kind gentleman and I Hope he rest in peace.He and Scott Kalita and Eric Medlin are racing up a storm.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Gary Dunn
Rusty Holcomb
October 8, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Geraldine and Bobby's family. Having worked with Bobby and been a friend for over 30 years, there was never a dull moment when he was around. No one was a stranger to him and he looked for the good in everyone. He sincerely loved life, his family, his friends, and racing. His time here was a true gift to all of us.
Beth Kidd-Koziol
October 8, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic passing of Bobby. My heart goes out to Bobby's family and friends.
So many years ago during our Thomas High School Days, Bobby and my brother Dickie Kidd worked on cars together. He came to my brothers funeral back in 67'.
His fiance' Geraldine was also a great friend to our family and especially my sister Judy.
Bobby's daughter Nikki became a friend of my daughter before her tragic death. My daughter and I came to Nikki's funeral and that's the last time I saw and talked with Bobby.
It's really a small world and life is so precious.
Wish I could be there for the services. Please know I am there in heart and spirit. Sending my love and prayers to you all during this most difficult time.
May he R.I.P.
God Bless
Gail Hounshell Gehring
October 8, 2008
Mr. Martindale, Butch and Garry
My deepest sympathy to you and your families. I will always remember Bobby as a "fun" guy who loved life. My prayers are with each of you.
Your old friend from Thomas Dale High School!
Ray & Barbara McCourt
October 8, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Bobby. We know he will be missed daily. May our Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ bless, strengthen and comfort each one of you.
Daniel Morrow
October 8, 2008
With fondest memories... Until we meet again... your friend
Melinda Green-King
October 8, 2008
This entry is done with deepest condolences for the family of Bobby. I know how much he will be missed by all who he touched. Bobby and Mother can talk for hours now, like they used to do at the races. Time does help heal, but you never forget. Godbless
Don Miles
October 8, 2008
Gary,
My prayers are with you and your family.
Don
The Staff of Morrissett Funeral Home
October 8, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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