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1947
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2019
ROBERT GILBERT Obituary
Bobby was born and raised in Brawley. As a young boy he relocated to Arizona with his family. Growing up in the Phoenix he worked in Construction and was a jack of all trades and raised his family. Around 1985 he relocated to El Centro, CA. Bobby enjoyed fishing in canals and ponds in the Valley. He also liked to watch T-Ball, Pop Warner, high school football in Imperial and Holtville. He was a member of Imperial Valley Ducks unlimited and Sons of the Legion. Bobby was a free spirit and who lived his life on his own terms and was a Proud Man who would never say no. He loved his family and friends. He enjoyed his trips to San Felipe and the mountains in Jacumba. While in El Centro he met Sharon Welch was a partner at Tommy's Bar and Casino. He worked there for several years as a night watchman and Maintenance worker. He is survived by his sisters, Elaine Buckman, Judy Pyle and Dorothy Hoover; brother, David Gilbert; daughter, Betty Gilbert and son, Christopher Gilbert; grandchildren, Adrian, Abel, Alex Cheyanne and Scarlett; roommate, Rob McElvany and their dog Aila. A Celebration will be held at the residence of Rene and Mike McElvany on March 10th at 1:30 p.m. at 1058 Sandalwood Dr., El Centro. All are welcome.
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Naomi Jepson
April 5, 2019
Bobby McGee, you'll always be my number one. Your hugs were always necessary to fill my day with Sunshine. Having you around was a pleasure and Your shoes can never be filled by another. Thank you for all the love, smiles, talks, and flowers. I'll always have a seat with a cold beer waiting for you. May your sweet beautiful soul rest in peace. I'll always love your amazing face. You will be sorely missed.
March 10, 2019
Bobby was one-of-a-kind. I remember all the good times he and Paul shared in El Centro in friendship and mischief. Feel sure he will be missed by many. GodSpeed, Joanne
LORI VANONI
March 10, 2019
I am honored and blessed to have known Bobby He was truly a great friend to me I will miss him. My condolences to his family
LORI VANONI
March 10, 2019
I am honored and blessed to have known Bobby . He was truly a great friend and I will miss him. My condolences to his family
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David Gilbert
March 6, 2019
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March 6, 2019
Cindy Bauer
March 6, 2019
We love you Uncle Bobby and you will be dearly missed!
Chad Morris
March 5, 2019
He will be missed, Bobby had a good heart. He was always kind to me when I was a youngster. My condolences to his family.
Tracy Rascoe
March 5, 2019
I'll miss just hanging out and talking about life in general over a cold beer. Rest in peace Brother...
Mary Lou Manning
March 5, 2019
I was Truly Heartbroken when I heard that Bobby passed away. He the Sweetest Caring Gentleman I had ever met.
I can't believe I will Never see Him again. I will Never Ever Forget My Dear Friend Bobby. May He Forever Rest In Peace
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