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Robert Gale Obituary
Robert "Bobby" Gale passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at age 58. Born Sept. 1, 1952, Bobby graduated from Davis High School in 1970, attended Sac City College and graduated from San Diego State. He went on to play for the San Diego Padres minor league as a catcher. Bobby worked as a carpenter most of his life, however, music and sports were his passion.
Bobby is survived by his son, David Gale; brothers, Mike Gale and wife Stacy, Jeff Gale and wife Carolyn, both of Woodland. He will also be forever loved and remembered by his numerous family and friends including his former wife Debbie of Woodland, and former companion Debbie Conley of Dixon. He was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Liz Gale.
A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 11, at the Taber Ranch, Hwy., 16, CR-81, Capay.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Gale
Gale
June 23, 2011
My son and I are deeply moved by all the wonderful things said about Bobby. We miss him and will love him forever and always hold him in our hearts.
Debbie and David Gale
Paula Hildebrand
June 12, 2011
I was sorry to miss the celebration of Bobby's life with all of the Gales. I want you all to know you are in my prayers and thoughts. I will never forget Bobby.
Mike Lorenzini
June 11, 2011
My heart is broken today at the loss of a tremendous teammate. It feels like a part of me is gone with Dave and Bobby. I had the perfect vantage point from centerfield almost every game in 1971 to admire Bobby's special gifts and magic behind the plate at
SCC. Bobby's body mechanics and skill set were incredible. His level of agility, quickness, coordination, relaxation and smoothness were so rare to see in a catcher. Watching Bobby play was like watching rows and rows of Dominos toppling over perfectly on each other. Just a natural. Best catcher I ever saw! and a wonderful hitter.
In 1998 just before my father pasted, my father and I had the fortune of sitting with Bobby and his father at a Woodland High Baseball game for the entire game. It was a good reunion of old teammates I will never forget and Bobby and his Dad drove us to our broken down car after the game. I wish that I could have in some way returned the favor to Bobby. Bobby was a big part of a special group of men whose respect for each other is deeply cherished. And Bobby's memory will always live on loud in every one of us from that 71 SCC team. Bobby's quite leadership contributed to inspired me and others to play better for the team and helped fuel our fire to win. My deepest sympathy and condolences to all the Gale Family. Bobby will forever have a special place in my heart. And I know the Lord has him now because he needed a special person to play catcher and Bobby is at peace doing what Bobby loves most. Bobby and the Gale family are in my prayers.
Jan Wisner
June 11, 2011
I regret I can't be in Capay today to join in the celebration of Bobby's life, but he is certainly in my heart; the good memories from our high school years in Davis are at the forefront. I send condolences and best wishes to all the Gales.
June 10, 2011
To the family of Bob Gale..Roger and I send our sympathy in the passing of Bob.He will be remembered always as a fellow teammate and friend. Lot's of games and good times were had by all during our college baseball years. Again, we are saddened by his passing. From Barbara and Roger Zanze
We will not be able to make the celebration but will be thinking of you all on Saturday...
Tony & Penny Goehring
June 9, 2011
To the family of Bob Gale: It is not often that an old coach is faced with the loss of two battery mates that were an integral part of a team and time in his professional life that will always be cherished and never forgotetten. First we first lost pitcher, Dave Lanfair, and now catcher, Bobby Gale, two ballplayers who helped make my coaching experience at SCC, along with all the rest of the 1971 Championship team, an unforgettable experience.
But as for Bob, he became more than just a ballplayer to my wife, Penny, and I, as his family embraced us many times with their hospitality, encouragement, friendship, confidence and many BBQ's at their home. We have missed seeing them over the years and are very saddened that they have since passed; and we will miss seeing Bob and his contagious smile as well. Don and Liz, you have done yourselves proud. And so have all who knew Bob Gale and his passion for the game of baseball, and were proud to call him their teammate.
We will not be able to attend the upcoming celebration of life, but I'm sure we'll see you "around the infield" some day, Bobbie; and I promise that you will again, reminiscent of old times, be on the lineup card in that familiar #2 position.
Tony & Penny Goehring
Lodi, California
June 9, 2011
Great memories at Bobby's family cabin at Strawberry Logde....TREMENDOUS HILL, EDDIE THE BARTENDER WITH THE BIGGEST PAIR OF PANTS KNOWN TO MANKIND....EDDIE, EDDIE ,EDDIE.....!!!! DOCTOR THE CHAIN MAN, THE DOCTOR SAYS 'WHEW IT'S HOT IN HERE' SNOW ANGELS, TRAPPER ON THE OUTSIDE DECK, BEER KEG IN THE BACK DOOR SNOW WALL....Thank you Bobby and Debbie Gail for the lifetime of unforgetable memories.....Bill Stowers
June 8, 2011
To Jeff and Mike Gale families:
I'm saddened to receive the news about
Bob's passing. He was such a talented
ball player and an excellent craftsman
in the construction industry. He will be missed by many who knew him.
Chris Mortensen
Upland Hills, Ca.
Lonny Haskins
June 7, 2011
Bob - I'll never forget many of the adventures we had at SCC and in San Diego. It was great spending those times around you and definitely learned a lot about life. I'm forever grateful!
June 7, 2011
Bobby; I'll alwys remember the wonderful times we shared growing up together in Davis, you are like a brother and your family made me feel like one of their own. Richard Pleau
Eddie Cervantes
June 5, 2011
Bobby's passing has saddened my wife, Paulette and I. We ran into Bobby and met Debbie 2 yrs ago at a Derek Trucks concert in SF. Six months later played golf w/Bobby, brother Mike, Joe B., and Randy "Doc" B. It all reminded me of our SCC days playing baseball, going to concerts, and Easter break at the cabin (Strawberry Lodge chocolate). We played legion baseball against each other for 3 yrs so I knew what kind of talent he had. In baseball the measure of a good team is determined by how strong you are up the middle. c,p,ss,2b,cf Bobby was the catcher on our 1971 championship team at SCC. He had a strong, quiet presence that set the tone for our team. But when the game ended it was all about relaxing and having a good time. A few yrs later we played pro ball against each other. Of course a good time was had after the games. I won't be able to attend the celebration for Bobby so I wanted this to be my opportunity to share my thoughts. I hope you all will find solace in the memories of Bobby that make you smile. I'm smiling right now. Bobby I'll see you after the game.
Diane Latino-Perry
June 5, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. After not seeing Bobby for over 15 years, I saw him and and his son at a concert a couple of years ago. He looked great. Words cannot express the pain you must be feeling. My heart goes out to you. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Johnny Hughes
June 4, 2011
Bobby: We had so many great times together with our Dads, our families, our friends and on the Baseball field. Those times are a huge part of who I am and I miss them dearly but they will never be forgotten. You are my Battery Mate forever Brother! I love you and I miss you! May you Ride in Peace my friend!
D Ross & Gloria M Parker
June 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 4, 2011
"We shared some great times the last 50 years. Bobby will always live on in cherished memories. The best baseball player to ever come out of Davis High."
Lindy Peters Ft. Bragg, California.
JESS RUTLEDGE
June 3, 2011
I AM VERY SADDENED TO HEAR THAT BOBBY HAS PASSED AWAY.HE WAS A GENTLEMAN AND KIND PERSON THAT ALWAYS MADE YOU SMILE.HE WAS A VERY GIFTED ATHLETE AND THE WORLD HAS LOST A GREAT ONE.REST IN PEACE BOBBY.JESS RUTLEDGE-ROCKLIN
Your cuz Cliff
June 3, 2011
Bobby, we love you and will miss you a lot.
Mary Simpson
June 3, 2011
Debbie and David so sorry to hear about Bob. You were the best neighbors anyone could ask for. Bob was just the best. I will miss him just as I know many of his friends will. My love to all of you. May he always be with us in our hearts. Mary Simpson, Sacramento, CA.
Mike DeFazio
June 3, 2011
Saw bob for first time in 35 + years on April 30 at John + Jan wright's open house. He looked + sounded great.
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