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Bob was a valued friend. I miss him.
Phil Svanoe
December 14, 2023 | Friend


Ames, Iowa
1941 - 2012 (Age 71)
Robert Graham Gitchell. MDAmesRobert Graham Gitchell, MD, of Ames, died of acute respiratory distress syndrome following a battle with cancer on December 18, 2012, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. A memorial service will be held Friday, December 21, at 2:30 at Temple B'nai Jeshurun, 5101...
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Phil Svanoe
December 14, 2023 | Friend
Debbie....
We feel blessed to have known Bob. Thank you for sharing him with us. We will miss him terribly. Our hearts go out to you. No words can adequately express our sorrow.
Ron Rosenblatt and Susy Robinette
January 03, 2013 | WDM, IA
Debbie and family. I have known Bob all my life and what a great guy and you made a great couple. I remember when you visited Cresco before you were married. Anner let me know and said she had talked to you not long before he died. I am so sorry and extend my most sincere sympathy to you.
Joan Murray Smith, Surprise, AZ
December 28, 2012
Dear Deb, I was so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Sue Trow and I still keep in touch and continue to reminisce our years in Administration together. He was always one of our favorites. You and family are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen and Larry Andersen.
December 26, 2012
I worked with Dr Gitchell in the 90s up on 3south. He was always one of the most respectful doctors to nurses, staff, patients and their families, which is rare to find. He was also such an excellant surgeon. I remember baking and decorating Channukah cookies for him amd your family one time. I'm so sorry for your loss. It will be hard not to see that smile every day. God bless your family, He blessed Ames with Dr. Gitchell!
Julie Reed
December 24, 2012 | Ames/Joplin, MO
Debbie, you have our deepest sympathy for your loss. Ian and I were so sad when the news of Bob's death reached us. Bob was such a special person who will be remembered warmly. Please know that we are thinking of you, Joe and Sarah during this difficult time.
Susan Klein
December 23, 2012 | New Orleans
Bob was such a wonderful man. May his memories bring you and everyone much comfort. We love you, Sally and Steven Fink
December 22, 2012
Godspeed.
David Gourdine
December 22, 2012 | New York, NY
Barb and I send our deepest sympathy to you Deb, and your family. Our words are not sufficient to express our sadness. But please know that Bob was always an inspiration to us, as I know he was to you and family and all his many friends. We will miss him.
Phil and Barb Svanoe
December 21, 2012 | Carefree, AZ