Robert "Bob" Gartland

 Robert “Bob” Gartland 

Age: 75 - Kirbyville, TX 

Dec. 31, 1949 -March 2, 2025 

Robert was called home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family on March 2, 2025. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Valentine of 53 years, his daughter Stacey Warren and son-in-law Chris of Texas, daughter Ursula Jade Housley-Jones and son-in-law Doug of New Jersey and will be reunited with his son, Adrian in heaven; grandchildren, Shelby Roth and husband Justin of New Jersey, Sydnie Kirbow and husband Kristian of Texas, Jordyn Douget and Adrian Douget of New Jersey, Nick Credeur of Texas and Joshua Fussell of Texas and great children Mavryck, Titan and Noah. 

He is survived by his sister(s), Kathy Marinelli, Mary (Scott) Hoffman and Ronnie (Herbie) Vorhies of New Jersey and Cindy Credeur of Texas; grandson, Jackson Housley-Jones of New Jersey.; along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind many friends and his cherished dog, Tinsley. 

Robert is predeceased by his parents Eddie and Marie Gartland and brother Eddie Gartland. 

A Vietnam veteran, Robert proudly serviced in the United States Army. He was CMDNJ/UMDNJ Chief for Newark Ems and would later retire as a driver for Academy Bus Tours. Robert’s greatest joy and accomplishment were his grandchildren. 

An intimate Celebration of Life will be held for immediate family in Kirbyville, Texas following his cremation. 

My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 73:26