of Conway, AR
February 9, 1940 - June 27, 2012
Bobby Gene Gant, 72, of Conway, passed away at his home on June 27, 2012. He was born February 9, 1940 in Drakesboro, KY to the late Roy Gant and Evelyn Lucas.
Mr. Gant was a businessman and longtime advocate of health care. He was a board member of Conway Regional Health System for 22 years and provided outstanding service and leadership. Mr. Gant's accomplishments during his tenure on the board included the expansion of the hospital, which now has a Women's Center, Outpatient Surgery Center, Health and Fitness Center, Outpatient Imaging Center and a rehabilitation hospital. He also served on the Faulkner County Library Board from 1986-1993 and was president of the Faulkner/Van Buren regional Library Board from 1987-1993. He had been a member of the Conway Physician Hospital Organization since 1993; and was a member of the UCA/Conway Regional Healthcare Education Foundation and Arkansas Association of Hospital Trurstees. Bob was a United States Navy Veteran, member of the Chamber of Commerce, and a member of Alcoholic Anonymous for 26 years. He was a avid Razorback fan, and a outstanding community leader and will be greatly missed by many.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Penny Gant; daughters Kim Gant McCormack and husband Paul of Ruston LA.; Robin Gant Hartwick and husband Tommy of Greenbrier; grandchildren, Molly McCormack Lebrun and husband Clint, Parker Campbell McCormack, Hayden Fletcher Hartwick, Brad Hartwick, Brian Hartwick, and a great-grandson due in November, Clinton Porter Lebrun; mother-in-law, Ann Nobles; brother, Lafayette Gant and wife Peggy; sisters, Brenda McElroy and husband Jim, Donna Gail Stump and husband Michael; sister and brother-in-law, Pam and Charles Nichols, Parker Nobles, and Mark and Michelle Nobles and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Saturday, June 30, 2012 at First United Methodist Church in Conway, with Rev. Michael Roberts officiating. Pallbearers will be Mike Coats, Joe Donovan, Alan Findley, Steve Rose, Darrell Kilman, Ken Fairless, David Helm, Eddie Pryor, Bob Henry, Dave Naylor, and Gil Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Lambert, and Conway Regional Board of Director's. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., Saturday at the church.
Memorials maybe made to American Heart Association or any Alcoholic Anonymous Foundation.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway..
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34 Condolence(s)
Jim Vollmer
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Dear Penny,
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Bobby's passing. We had many years together at AMP but lost touch when Bobby took the employee buy-out and Tyco took over. Then this past Feb. Bobby surprised me by calling to wish me a Happy 80th Birthday and we caught up on our lives-he was so thoughtful to do this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Sandy and Jim
jerry case
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Sorry to hear of Bobs death just seen him and mr kilman talking in the yard I. have been gone several days to come back to hear of his death was a great man and will be missed by many.
Collie Shaw, MD
Sunday, July 1, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Mr. Gant's passing. I have always found him to be a kind, caring person and feel that he had the best interests of the patients and medical community in Conway always at heart.
Randy & Shari Hoadley
Sunday, July 1, 2012
so sorry about your loss. Your family are in our prayers.
Ricki & David Callen
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Dear Penny, Kim and Robin,
We were so sad to learn of Bob's passing. He was such a good friend to my uncle Bill. I wish we could have been there, but we're in Iowa. May his memory be a blessing to you all.
Herb and Theresa Nahlen
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Our hearts are saddened by your loss. May he rest in peace.
Dub and JoAnn Mitchell
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Penny-
We are thinking and praying for you and your family during this time of loss. Bob was a great person that did lots of good for other people. He will be missed
Tonya Mitchell Moix
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Penny and family,
Mr. Gant is definately a man that will be missed by many! You and your family will be in our prayers.
Philip W. Dixon
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Penny and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss and will miss Bob greatly at the Hog games. Heaven just received it's number one fan.
Phil & Gianna
Carolyn and Jim Turner
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Will miss running into Bob at Kroger and the short but very pleasant vists. Could spot that walk 100 yrds away on the parking lot. Such a friendly guy. Too bad more people don't have the same approachable spirit that he had.
Ms. Ganaway
Saturday, June 30, 2012
To the family of Bobbie Gene Gant
Please Know that the God of all comfort is certainly able to deal with your trying situation.
God's word the bible says at psalms 147:3 'He is healing the brokenhearted ones, and is binding up their painful spots."
Marvin&Mary Brown
Friday, June 29, 2012
Penny& Family, We were so surprised to read about Bob, leaving us for a better place. Remember the years looking forward to parking you in our yard during the razorback games. He will be missed. You and Family are in our prayers. God Bless you . Love Marvin & Mary Brown.
John and Peggy Dodd
Friday, June 29, 2012
Bob was a true Southern gentleman with always a kind word for everyone he met. We will miss his sense of humor and friendly smile.
God Bless,
John and Peggy Dodd
Soldotna, Alaska
Ed Lee
Friday, June 29, 2012
Bob and I never worked on the same projects but we ran across each other many times over the years as we worked for the same company. He was a professional and a delight to know.
Vikki (Fryer) Ferguson
Friday, June 29, 2012
To the Gant Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Gant's passing. He was always a good friend to my dad and he and Mrs. Gant great neighbors too. When I was younger and he & dad worked together he would always greet me warmly when I'd return to Conway for a visit. Just a nice nice man. I am praying now for an extra measure of God's great comfort be with you all.
Dudley Chapman
Friday, June 29, 2012
Penny and Family
I had the privilege of working with Bobby for a number of years at AMP/Tyco. He was a Salesman's Salesman. Never at a loss for a joke or little story. Bobby was a pleasure to work with and was a constant professional. He will be missed by many. I am sorry for your loss.
Dudley & Paula Chapman
Betty Gibbs
Friday, June 29, 2012
I worked with Bob many years ago at Polyvend. He was always a true gentleman. I remember how he always talked about Penny and his two little girls with so much love in his voice.
Karla Crossland Fournier
Friday, June 29, 2012
Gant,McCormack,Hartwick Families ,
I am so sorry you lost your sweet Daddy ! He will be missed.
He was always so sweet to me. Our love and prayers are with you. The Fournier Family,Jack,Karla and Chip
Mark Richardson
Friday, June 29, 2012
Penny, Kim and Robin,
Daddy Bob will be missed by his many Ruston friends who all wish we could be there to hug you three. I know you have many precious memories that you can always lean on. Our prayers are with you all.
Mark
jeff carlin
Friday, June 29, 2012
your family is in my prayer
jeff carlin
Friday, June 29, 2012
your family is in my prayer
Chris Rathe
Friday, June 29, 2012
Penny and Family;
We're sorry to hear of the loss of Bobby. I worked with Bobby at AMP/Tyco many years and always treasured the friendship.
My emails won't be as interesting, enjoyable, or humorous now that Bobby is gone. They, along with Bobby, will certainly be missed!
Our most sincere and deepest sympathy.
Chris Rathe and family
Rickey and D. D. Matthews
Friday, June 29, 2012
Robin and Family, wr are so sorry for your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers. Remember all of tjrle good times.
Jessica Beall
Friday, June 29, 2012
Sending thoughts and prayers to you all. He will be greatly missed.
Jessica Beall
Friday, June 29, 2012
Sending thoughts and prayers to you all. He will be greatly missed.
laura olsen debbiesteward
Friday, June 29, 2012
Not only was Bob the best looking man in Conway, he was one of our favorite people. He was just purely a good, nice, funny person. Our love to Penny, Robin, and Kim. love, Laura and Debbie
Margaret & Tom Beasley
Friday, June 29, 2012
We cherish our many years of memories of Bob. You are in our prayers.
Bruce Battles
Friday, June 29, 2012
Kim and family,
I was saddened by the news. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobby Cargile
Friday, June 29, 2012
Your family will be in our prayers.
joe wilson
Friday, June 29, 2012
Penney,
I was saddened to learn of Tommy's passing. I remember the two of you so very fondly.
Charla and I will be remembering you in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly, Joe
Jan Mallett
Friday, June 29, 2012
Robin and Kim, your family are in my thoughts and prayers,
Russell Bell
Friday, June 29, 2012
Good bye classmate
Paula park allen
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Love, hugs and prayers to all of you
Sherill Tester Kumbarji
Thursday, June 28, 2012
My heartfelt sympathies to the Gant family, particularly Kim, who was my high school friend. Wishing all of you strength and courage during this difficult time. Bob will always be remembered for so many things, but I remember how he made Kim's friends laugh.
He will be greatly missed.
Warm Regards,
Sherill Tester Kumbarji