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Robert Gardiner Obituary
Gardiner, Jr.
Age 79, formerly of Massillon, died Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at Chapel Hill Community. He was born March 15, 1933 in Massillon to the late Robert and Goldie (Walters) Gardiner, Sr. He was a graduate of Massillon Washington High School, class of 1951 and attended Ashland University. He had worked at the Frontier Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. and was the owner of Bobby G's Pepper Lounge.
Robert is survived by his sister, Velma Lama; nephews, Carl Lama and Curt L. Lama, all of Lake Havasu, Ariz.; niece, June Ann Miro of Mallorca, Spain.
At his request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned. The family suggests donations be made to the Mercy Hospice Program.
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Ron Rutter
April 26, 2012
Bobby and I worked for Hubba Joe at the Tigertown Lounge many years ago when we were both young. I lost contact with him when he moved to Vegas, but over the years I have heard from numerous people who had visited Bobby in Vegas. They like to recount about how welcome he made them feel and helping them with dinners, shows, etc. while they were in town. He was a great guy and he will be missed by all.
Rev. Sandra Hutchinson
April 24, 2012
It was a joy to have known Bobby G, just sorry it was for such a short time while he was "our guest" here at Chapel Hill. Such and kind and gentle man. Chaplain Sandra Hutchinson
Greg Smith
April 24, 2012
My brother and I are entertainers from Massillon and we came out to Las Vegas in 1975 to perform there and that's when we first met Bobby G. He knew everyone in town, and everyone knew him. This was his town. If you were from Massillon, he took such good care of you, comping shows, food, rooms, etc. He brought in so many people from the Massillon area to see our shows. What a great guy. We loved him and will definitely miss him. The Smith Brothers ( Greg and Rami )
April 21, 2012
I worked with Bobby at the TIGERTOWN LOUNGE, back in 1963,I ran into him again in 1987 at Peppers her in Vegas, and spent some time with him here, he sure was a great guy. Frank Grosse
April 21, 2012
Bobby was defintiely one of the "good guys"...we were blessed to know him. He will be missed by many.
Jim & Sally Bryan
Dave Scott
April 21, 2012
Bobby was a great guy. He was a fine athlete. I loved to play basketball against and with him.
Dave Scott
April 21, 2012
Bobby was a dear friend and I will always remember the fun we had together. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nick & Paula Ross
April 21, 2012
I met Bobb G in Vegas in 1964 & we became great friends. We had mamny,manny great times together in Vegas & in the last 5 years here in Ohio WE will miss Him very much. a little note to God, you will hearing how good the Massillion Tigers football Team was.
Clyde Gardiner Jr.
April 21, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Donna Gardiner
April 21, 2012
Sorry to hear about Bobby. He was a great guy and will be missed.
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