Photo courtesy of Daneri Mortuary - Jackson
Apr 27, 1935 - Nov 16, 2015
Sadly we just heard of Robert's passing and want to send our sympathy to you and all of his family. He will be missed by all who knew him and by all who loved him. The world has lost another good man.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Ginger Upton and Family (Lael Upton Henderson and Leslie and Richard Smith)
Ginger Upton
November 29, 2015 | Sutter Creek, CA
Our condolences to your family. Your are in our thoughts and prayers.
John Popovich
November 21, 2015 | Sacramento
Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother.
Selby & onnie Beck
November 19, 2015 | Plymouth, CA
Robert (Bob) H. Ghormley lost his life November 16, 2015 as a result of a tragic accident. He was born in Placerville, CA, April 27, 1935, the second son of the late James P. Ghormley and Harriett Anna (Paulson) Ghormley. He was 80 years of age. Bob attended schools in Amador City and Sutter Creek; he left high school early to work in timber mills for a short time before entering the construction trade. On May 17, 1953 he married Mary Jane Gold of Drytown, and in 1961 they returned to build their home and raise three children. Bob was adventurous, hardworking, and strongly determined in all he attempted. He liked to travel with his wife Mary, and beloved golden retrievers, Kela and Ruby in their R.V. They sat around many a campfire and hiked trails in the mountains and deserts. Gold mining was his next favorite activity he and friend, "Bedrock" formed the "Empty Pockets" Mining Company. It was always a laugh. They worked hard at it and he would say, well "mucker" we'll get some "clunkers" today! He was a 55 year member of Operating Engineers Local 3 and a retired finish blademan. He was exceptional in his work and enjoyed road construction and all his colorful buddies who worked with him. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary of Drytown, CA; daughter, Cynthia Hoffman of Vacaville, CA; son, Randal W. (Tina) Ghormley of Del Norte, CO; son, Wesley D. (Siobhan) Ghormley of Fairbanks, AK; grandchildren, Ryan Ghormley of Lebanon, MO, Logan Ghormley of Antioch, IL, Jessica Hoffman of Modesto, CA, Larisa Curtis of Fiddletown, CA; seven great grandchildren; brothers, Melvin Ghormley of Sutter Creek, CA, Donald L. Ghormley, Sr. of Drytown, CA and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded by in death by his older brother Paul James Ghormley.Services were held November, 25, 2015, interment was at the Garden of Trees, Sunset View Cemetery in Jackson, CA. Memorial contributions may be made to A-Pal at P.O. Box 190, Jackson, CA 95642. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book.
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