Robert "Bob" Gartland - Simple-Tributes

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

Condolences

Mary Gartland Hoffman March 10, 2025

My brother Bobby has brought so much love to our family. My parents Edward and Emma Marie instilled the importance of family and we have all benefited by it over the years. My oldest brother past away in 2006. My three sisters and I loved our brother dearly. When Bobby and Val moved back to New Jersey approximately 10 years ago, we all grew closer. My children had the opportunity to develop a bond with both of them and that bond extended to our granddaughters Ryleigh and Kira. We will think of him and miss him every day. ❤️

Tina DeFilippis March 10, 2025

Uncle Bobby we will miss you more than anything. Thank you for being such a wonderful uncle to me and my baby girl. She will always remember you teasing her and pulling her hair. I know you are watching over and protecting us every day. Since we all moved away, one of the things I miss the most is having our lunches together every week and hearing you tease all of us and the girls. We love you so much. -Tina, Todd, Ryleigh and of course Piper. XOXO