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Robert Gaddis Obituary
Gaddis, Sr.
February 11, 1932-
November 12, 2011
Columbus, GA- SFC (Ret) Robert H. Gaddis, Sr., age 79, resident of Columbus, died on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at his residence. Funeral services are scheduled at the Chapel of Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus, on Wednesday, November 16, 2011, 11 a.m. with Reverend Jerry Speer officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow at Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 from 6-8 p.m. SFC Gaddis, son of the late Albert Lee Gaddis and Thelma N. Boyd Gaddis, was born February 11, 1932 in Atlanta, GA. He was retired from the U.S. Army where he served his country honorably for over 21 years. SFC Gaddis served in both Korea and Vietnam and received the Bronze Star, Korean Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal w/60 device for his exemplary service. He was an avid bowler and thoroughly enjoyed Bingo. SFC Gaddis was preceded in death by his wife, Clara Naomi Gaddis and a brother, Walter T. Gaddis. He is survived by his children, Robert H. (Dawn) Gaddis, Jr. of Dudley, GA, Susan Lynn (Billy) Goodman of Hamilton, GA, Timothy Lee (Patti) Gaddis, Sr. of Columbus, Karen Jean Gaddis of Columbus, Terry Wayne (Renee) Gaddis of Columbus, David Glenn (Evelyn) Gaddis of Buena Vista, GA, Tracy Naomi (Marty) Reid of Cataula, GA, and Charlene Mobley; 18 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Condolences may be offered at www.shcolumbus.com.
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Meg Gaddis-Hiro
March 7, 2012
Uncle Harold you will be missed, as I miss daddy. Knowing ya'll are together in haven telling jokes and probably asking Grandmaw to cook homemade biscuits. My love to you and all my cousins.
Patti Thorne
February 5, 2012
So sorry to hear about Uncle Harold's passing. I'll never forget the way him and my Dad would say that famous word they made up when they would sit down to eat and I'm sure alot of people have heard it, I think it goes ahahahohfa. God Bless you Uncle Harold. We will miss you.
Kathy Perkins
February 4, 2012
Uncle Harold, just found out about your passing. You will be missed by all who knew you. I have such fond memories of my early childhood of you, pop and grandma laughing with each other and telling jokes. I remember mama cooking you a huge breakfast when you would come for a visit. You will be missed by all who knew you. Kathy
Kathy Perkins
February 4, 2012
Uncle Harold, just found out about your passing. I have such fond memories of my early childhood when you would come and visit us. When you, pop, and grandma were together ya'll were always laughing and joking. I know that is what you three are doing now! I remember mama making you a huge breakfast when you would come for a short visit from the service. I will always remember you had a smile on your face. You will be missed by all you knew you! your niece, Kathy
Nancy Gaddis Pinder
February 4, 2012
I am so thankful to my uncle for the fond and loving early childhood memories. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort my cousins and their families now and in the days ahead.
February 4, 2012
You will be missed by your sister-in law and other family members. We love you and your family. Mary Gaddis
Mary Frady
November 18, 2011
Sorry to hear about your father. He was a good man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
K and A Woodcock
November 16, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bob Dowd
November 16, 2011
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our prayers go out to you and your family
Kathy Burch Stephens
November 16, 2011
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing.Know that my thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
November 16, 2011
My heart ached when I heard the news about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. You can begin to rest knowing he is no longer suffering but at peace with our HEAVENLY FATHER.
GOD Bless your family,
Ramona Watts-Strickland
Robin Stubbs
November 16, 2011
I was saddened to hear about the loss of Papaw.Know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. You have been so blessed to have had so many years with him and all the wonderful memories that you all created. I am sure heaven is glowing now.
My deepest sympathy
November 15, 2011
David, so sorry for your loss...the memories of your Dad and your Mom last forever...thoughts and prayers with you, Evelyn, Lacey and Megan
Michael Franklin
November 15, 2011
Terry, sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.
Michael Franklin
KHS Baseball 1981
Carol Stringfellow
November 15, 2011
Robert,
I am so sorry about the passing away of your father. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this very difficult time. Kendrick High School 1974.
Cyndi Avera
November 15, 2011
Tim, we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers as you endure this loss. Please know we are here if there is anything we can do for you. Graham, Cyndi, Graham III, and Jordan Avera
Jan Bullock
November 15, 2011
Susie, So sorry about to hear about your dad passing. Just know that you & the rest of the family is in our prayers.
Jan & Mike Bullock (Fountain Inn, SC)
Imogene White (Columbus, GA)
Richard Neuschafer
November 15, 2011
Too bad about Bob. He was a good neighbor. He will be missed. But, being with Clara is where he wanted to be.
Faye Bishop
November 15, 2011
I am so sorry for the lossof your Dad, I really enjoyed being around him, he was so funny and he did not have to try it just came naturally. I pray God will keep each of you close in his arms and comfort you. If you need anything we are here for yall. We love yall.
Larry, Faye & Blake
Jane & Billy Ginn
November 15, 2011
Deepest Sympathy from the family of William H Ginn
Mike & Sherrill Smith
November 15, 2011
Tracy, so sorry to learn about your Dad's passing. Prayers are going out to you and your family. God Bless! Mike and Sherrill Smith
Jackie Taylor
November 15, 2011
Susan, The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.
Nancie Albin
November 15, 2011
Bob, So sorry to learn of your father's passing. Just know you and your family are in my prayers.
Nancie Willis Albin
Deborah Barker-Johnson
November 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janet Jamieson
November 15, 2011
Tim, my thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Lori Brammer
November 15, 2011
Tim, my condolances on the death of your father, I know this is a very hard time for you and your family, you will be in my prayers in the coming days.
Sam McQuagg JR
November 15, 2011
Tim, my condolences on the passing of your Father. May you be blessed with the best of memories. Sincerely, Sam McQuagg JR
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