Robert J. "Bobby" Gibbs, age 63 of Kettering, passed away December 9, 2011. He was born August 1, 1948 in Dayton to Robert P. and Thelma D. (Oswald) Gibbs.
In addition to his parents, Bobby is survived by his wife of 8 years, Karen S. Gibbs; son, R.J. (Brandy) Gibbs; daughter, Christina (Shane) Gibbs; 7 grandchildren; sister, Dee Ann Fisher; twin sister, Becky (Jerry) Oakley; 5 nephews; numerous cousins; and a very special little friend, Pookie.
Bobby graduated from Northridge High School, Class of 1966. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Army.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, December 11, 2011 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Road, where the family will receive friends for two hours prior to the service, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. Burial will be held at a later date at Willow View Cemetery. Contributions may be made in Bobby's memory to The Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45420.