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Robert Briggs Obituary
Robert Roy Briggs, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on Saturday January 24, 2015 after a long battle with aggressive melanoma. He was 81 years old. He is survived by his wife Gayle, sons Robert, Marc and Patrick, 3 grand children Jason, N'Cole and Jeffrey as well as 3 great-grandchildren.
Bob was born in DeKalb, Illinois on February 25th, 1933 to parents Robert and Alma Briggs. He graduated Northwestern University with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration in 1955. He served stateside in the United States Navy from 1956-57.
Bob has been a California resident for more than 50 years. He built his home in 1969 and started his business One Way Industrial Supply in 1974. 40 years later the business is now owned and operated by his 3 sons.
He also had a love for nature and enjoyed hiking. He had the opportunity to trek through Nepal as well as hike the Grand Canyon. He was an avid traveler visiting all 7 continents and more than 100 countries, including 2 trips to Antarctica.
He was a devout Christian and a man of immense faith. He was a member of Calvary Chapel for many years. His faith served him well until the end and was a great sense of peace for his wife Gayle. He was a man of great integrity and character and will be missed by all.
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, February 7th at 11am at Calvary Chapel in Santa Barbara.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Calvary Chapel Santa Barbara.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Briggs
Robert Hoffman
January 26, 2020
As we age we are more and more given to reminiscence. Many of my fondest memories are of adventures Bob and I shared. I sincerely miss him.
February 2, 2016
So sorry for your loss. When someone you love becomes a memory the memory become a treasure so treasure the memory
Matt 5:4,5
B. Cagle
February 10, 2015
I/we have no words to express our deep sorrow hearing our favorite grandpa Bob passed. Our love prayers and hugs are with you all. We however are so grateful in the knowledge we will see him again!
With heart felt love,
Joey and Elizabeth Neal
February 7, 2015
As you know, Bob and I had been friends for over 45 years and he was a very special friend in Christ to me.
I will miss him so very much.
He always closed off every talk with the biblical claim that "we will be getting a new body some day in Christ" And so now it has come true. Christ's Blessings to you Gale. Bob Messner
Tina Goodall
February 5, 2015
Aunt Gayle, I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob. Love and prayers for you. I miss you both. Love, Tina
Pat and Tom Dickson
February 4, 2015
Bob was a special friend - we enjoyed his Hobby Night presentations of his travels. Gayle and family, prayers are with all of you.
John & Debbie Pascaloff
February 4, 2015
We are so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was very special and we have wonderful memories of Bob and One Way Industrial. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 4, 2015
Oh Gayle, Larry & I are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We love you and are praying for you and your family.
Joyce Walters
February 1, 2015
remembered his smile, and his pictures of his many trips, and his love for Jesus.
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