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OBITUARY
Robert Wayne Gilbreath, 68, passed
away Saturday, October 30, 2010 at home in Socorro, NM. Robert was born on July
16, 1942 in Dallas, Tx. to Albert W. and Karon (Coats) Gilbreath. He is survived
by his loving wife of 43 years, Carol A. (Aiken) Gilbreath of Socorro; His
daughter, Cheri Forbes and husband Ray, of Polvedera, NM; his sons, Robert
Gilbreath and wife, Melisa of Socorro; John Gilbreath and wife, Rebecca of
Juarez, Mexico; and Albert Gilbreath and wife Julie of Garland, Tx.; ten
grandchildren; one great grandchild; his uncle, Walter Gilbreath of Flower
Mound, Tx.; his in-laws, Marie and Willard Wood; Aaron and Judy Abbott; Michael
and Dee Aiken; and his cousins, Steven and Theresa Gilbreath; Trudy Davis; and
Ron Gilbreath.
After moving from Apache Creek, NM, Robert was a Socorro resident since 1995. He
was a Veteran of the Vietnam era serving with the US Navy. Following the service
he went on to obtain his Theological degree and became the Vice President of
World Mission Society serving the needs of the hearing impaired around the world
since 1983. He also served with the Texas Law Enforcement Community and helped
co-author several sign language books.
Robert enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved his grandchildren. Roberts’s
favorite song was Zions Hill.
A Memorial Graveside Service will be held Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 11:00 am
in the Socorro Cemetery with Pastor John Gilbreath and Pastor John Boggs. Those
who wish to send condolences may do so atwww.danielsfuneral.com. Services will
be taken care of by Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield Socorro, NM
87801 (575) 835-1530.
Mountain Mail News - Friday,
November 5, 2010
Submitted by Ruth (Baldwin)
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