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Robert G. Gibson SchenectadyRobert G. Gibson, 68, of Schenectady, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 19, 2012 in Florida while vacationing with his family. Born on March 15, 1944 in Amsterdam, NY, he was the son of Emma King Gibson of Schenectady and the late George Gibson. Robert was a lifelong Schenectady resident and a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School. Robert worked for the Holiday Inn in Albany for many years until starting his own business in Schenectady, the Schenectady Recycling and Redemption Center which he has operated for the past five years. Most recently he expanded his business into Albany where he owned and operated, G. Discount Beverage. Besides his mother, survivors include his fiancee, Nicole Kittle of Watervliet; his three children, Yvette Nelson, Michael Gibson, and JaFar (Anne Marie) Gibson, all of Schenectady; a brother, Rodney Gibson of Schenectady; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his father he was also predeceased by a brother, Charles Gibson. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 5 p.m. at Friendship Baptist Church, 409 Union St., Schenectady. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 3 until 5 p.m. prior to the service at the church. To express condolences visit www.sbfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Jul. 24, 2012.

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Pam

July 18, 2021

Missing my neighbor, has not been the same here since you left us. God Bless your family on this anniversary of your passing.

Rev. Brenda Griffin

August 19, 2012

Dear Mom, you have my deepest and sincere sympathy for your loss and mine.
Psalm 121:1-2
Tell thus in our times of trouble to look unto the hills for whence our help comes from.
And so my prayer & encouragement is for you to look up.
Your Loving Daughter, Brenda

Christopher Beatty

August 19, 2012

Dear Aunt Emma, My sincere sympathy for the loss of your son (my cousin) Bobby. I will keep you in my prayers. I love you very much.

John & Kathy Griffin

August 16, 2012

To all of the Gibson Family,
R.I.P Cousin Bobby you will be missed, all of our Love,
John & Kathy Griffin

Pamela LaBrake

August 4, 2012

To the Gibson family, Nicole and friends of Bob.
Bob has been my neighbor for many years. He was always so busy we didn't see each other much, but when we got a chance we'd talk about our kids, grandkids, the neighborhood, his job, his Mom etc. He told me about loving Jazz and wanting to open a place in Saratoga. He told me how the neighborhood used to be. I knew he had plans to move and I knew I would miss him, cause he'd have our back and we'd have his. He took pride in his home, his jobs, his family, his life.
I didn't know Bob had passed : ( A neighbor I've known that used to live in Bobs house years ago said something a couple days ago, and I said no Bob moved, I thought he was mistaken.
Bob was excited about moving, too much stress here, he told me about where he was going and why.
Bob I'm going to miss you. You are in a place where there is no pain and no tears. I am proud to have called you neighbor and friend. God Bless

Anthony Greene Jr

July 27, 2012

To Aunt Emma, the Gibson Family and all who's lives were touched by Bobby our prays and condolences go out to you in this time of loss. Although we may have lost a loved one Heaven has received an Angel.

I take comfort in knowing that Bobby is in a better place now, He is sitting with God and our departed Family members remembering the past and planning to help us all in unseen ways in the future.

Blessings and Love

nancy jennings

July 27, 2012

In deepest sympathy to Bob's family. He was the best - loved him. I was very sadden to hear of his passing. Always enjoyed seeing him. Knew Bob since 1993 when I started working at the turf. He will be missed.

Kenneth King

July 27, 2012

I pray that all will be well with you and the family I know God has blessed us with a good friend and family member I will miss Bobby and will keep praying for everyone.

S. H.

July 27, 2012

I've only known Bob about 4 years. His first chat with me was about carma. He was a delight to visit with and he will be missed.

Morris & Virginia Armstrong

July 27, 2012

Our sincere condolences to Aunt Emma and the Gibson family. Bob will surely be missed by myself{Ginny} and a lot of other people. He was always there when you needed him. I will miss all of his wonderful phone calls. With deepest sympathys may God continue to Bless the family. I praying for a divine healing for the family. Time heals all wounds. Love you, Morris & Ginny.

Linette Boone

July 26, 2012

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.

Patricia Langston

July 26, 2012

Very sorry to hear about Bobby,he will be miss.my prays will be with you all.I would like to thank God for the memories,because memories is what we keep close to our hearts.May God Bless you all and give you comfort as time goes on.

Teri Sampson

July 26, 2012

He was a very sweet man always have a smile on the kind words most of all you always make me laugh you always do you remember Robert Your cousin terr Sampson-

francis mata

July 26, 2012

my condolences to all bob family.
you will be miss.u was a good son.specially caring for ur mom.my toughts & prayesr be with the family..

Teresa Kelly

July 26, 2012

To Bobbys family..my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.i hope that you find peace in the joys of many beautiful memories with him...his spirit will truly live on through you.

Stephanie Goodman

July 25, 2012

Bob was a wonderful man. I worked with him for many years at the Turf. He would light up the room with his smile even on the darkest days.

Arkeva Knowles

July 25, 2012

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” - Helen Keller

Love you always Dad!

Deborah Dunbar

July 25, 2012

My Condolences to Emma and Rodney,I will pray for the Lord to send comfort in your time of need.Bobby was a good friend I know he will be greatly missed by all of us.

Kris & Terri Upshur

July 25, 2012

With deepest sympathy for the loss of Bobby. We remember the good old days and he will surely will be missed. May the family receive comfort in knowing how many lives Bobby has touched with that beaming smile.

metin ulug

July 24, 2012

Sincerest condolences to the Gibson Family. Bob and I spent many late nights together at the Turf. I still have a book that he gave to me. I valued his friendship and he will be missed.

July 24, 2012

What a shock it was to receive the call
from Michael. We were talking about Bob earlier in the day at our office. I had the privilege of knowing Bob since his days at the Holiday Inn and then the Holiday Inn Express. What
exuberance! He was so excited about his business and planned expansion. He would visit our office and filled us in on his plans.

Bob will be missed by us all.
He was a "treasure" as a friend.

Bartolotta-Connolly Insurance
Mary Lou, Bob, Ann, Honor & Zak

Lecy Burnett

July 24, 2012

With deepest sympathy to the Gibson Family, Bobby will be missed. Our prayers are with you.

Ernest & Lecy Burnett

Karen Anderson

July 24, 2012

To The Family:What a joy and surprised short period time it had been for me to spend with Bobby! Being care taker,godchild of Auntie, Mommy. Bobby reminded me all the time I wasn't his cuz but his god sister and I was touched by his sencerity! One phone call with no purpose but just to talk, this one statement stood out. " I'm just trying to be a humble son! I seen that through his grace and humor!! I will miss him. May The Lord Keep You All Under His Covenant!

July 24, 2012

To the Gibson and King family, my thoughts and prayers are with and for you at this time.

Larry Larkin & Family

Gail Wilson

July 24, 2012

Jafar, My thought are with you and your family at this time. Please accept my deepest condolences.

"O.J".& Dawn Carlos

July 24, 2012

From the carlos family we send our condolences to Aunt Emma and all of Bobbys Family.He will be greatly missed.

Jessica LaForce

July 24, 2012

To all of Bob's loved ones, he will be sincerly missed by many staff at Cap Com. He always kept us laughing and smiling, and was truly a blessing getting to know him over the years. I am so sorry for your loss and will cherish all the good memories of him!

July 24, 2012

Our condolences to Aunt Emma and all of Bobbys loved ones. He was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.Our love & prayers. Cousin Rodney & Marlene

doyle coleman

July 24, 2012

So Bob:thoughts of you! Seeing you run like the wind at your back ,and wings on your feet. The days of gathering at Washington Irving in the Summer. The Socials in the league room on Friday nights. Meeting at the Carver Center.

Stephanie Goodman

July 24, 2012

Jafar, Your dad was a great man. He would light up a room with his smile even on the darkest days. My thought and prayers are with you.
Stephanie Goodman

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