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Robert Gladden Obituary
SALISBURY — Robert Lee Gladden Sr., 80, of Salisbury died Wednesday, June 27, 2012, at his home. Born in Salisbury on April 16, 1932, he was a son of the late Marvin and Agnes Cox Gladden.
Mr. Gladden was a U.S. Air Force veteran serving during the Korean War. He was the manager of Shore Distributors, retiring with more than 30 years of service. Memberships include president of Seaford Jaycees, commander of the Centreville American Legion, president of Green Hill Yacht and Country Club, president of the Salisbury City Council, member of Wicomico County Liquor Board, president of the Wicomico County Election Board, president and chairman of Crosswinds Board of Directors.
He is survived by his loving wife, Betty J. Hubeny Gladden; son, Robert Lee Gladden Jr. and his wife, Karen; daughter, Terri L. East and her husband, Gregory; grandchildren, Lauryn M. (Gladden) Murphy, Melanie B. Gladden, Kennedy Nicole East and Tanner East; great-grandchildren, Jackson Lee Murphy, Brooks W. Murphy and Rilynn M. East; sisters- and brothers-in-law, Linda and Bill Jones and Joy and Greg Smith; and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Holloway Funeral Home with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Benita Harris will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Coastal Hospice, PO Box 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21802.
Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home PA, 501 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, Md. 21804. Please visit www.hollowayfh.com to express condolences to the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Gladden
David Clark
July 6, 2012
Dear Betty and Family
We just heard about the passing of Bob. We had such a good time with all of you when you lived in Centreville, MD. Our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.
DAvid and June Clark and family
Carolyn and John Hall
July 3, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. I enjoyed serving with Bob on the City Council. I will miss his wonderful smile. Our prayers are with you.
July 3, 2012
R.I.P. Bob, thank your for your service to our country and our community. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry W. Dodd
Salisbury, MD 21804
Don & Maggie Coffin
July 1, 2012
We have you in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow and loss.
Love in Christ,
Dick Dykes
June 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tom Rohrer
June 29, 2012
I've only known Bob for about two years but I've seen the lives that this special man has touched. A man with honor and respect throughout the community.
Our hearts and prayers are with the family in their time of grief.
Bill Davis
June 29, 2012
June 29, 2012
Bob was a special man, a great golfer and a friend to all who knew him. May it comfort you to know that so many people care and are remembering you & your family in their prayers today.
LAVANIA PETTIT
June 29, 2012
MAY GOD GRANT U AND UR FAMILY THE STRENGTH YOU NEED IN UR TIME OF SORROW. GOD BLESS YOU
Lavania Pettit
June 29, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michael Parsons
June 29, 2012
To a wonderful mentor and friend,who will be truly missed.Remembering all the good times and a great golfer and boss.
Fondly,Mike Parsons
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