of Jonesboro, AR
March 11, 1940 - January 16, 2019
Robert "Bob" E. Kibler, 78, of Jonesboro passed away January 16, 2019 surrounded by family and friends. He was born March 11, 1940 in McPherson, Kansas to George and Irene Kibler.
Bob is survived by Jody, his wife of 52 years; sons, Robert "R. J." (Sheri) of Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Ryan (Kristal) of Jonesboro; grandsons, Robert of Thornton, CO, Colton (Mallory) of Jonesboro, Brody (Aynabeth) of Memphis, Slade and Jagger of Jonesboro, as well as step-grandsons, Aaron of Jackson, MS, and Brock of Santa Rosa Beach, FL, he also leaves behind his Medic One family.
Bob was a multi-talented man. He was a gifted horseman who trained National Champion Arabians, owned a grocery store and trucking company. He was also a gifted mechanic and was responsible for setting up and supervising the shop at Medic One Ambulance.
Bob was an "old school" cowboy. He lived each day with courage, believed in working hard and finishing what you start. He believed that when you gave your word you kept it. He could speak volumes with few words and you always felt lifted up with around Bob. He didn,t judge....just loved. If he raised his voice it was in laughter from a good joke. His grandsons tried to share a joke every day. Bob would take the best material and share it over and over and over again.
Bob took great pride in his sons and loved attending all of his grandsons' sports activities. He loved to travel and had a passport filled with stamps from Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Iceland, South America and every- where in between creating lasting friendships wherever he went. He believed in his Lord and savior and looked forward to his last journey, no passport required.
A celebration of life will be held 5:30 - 7:30 PM, Tuesday, January 22, 2019, "In The Loft" at Central Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to, Options on Main (Pregnancy Resource) or City Youth Ministries.
Services are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington, Jonesboro, AR.
online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Jonesboro
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Connie Skelton O’Neill
Sunday, January 27, 2019
Bob’s life was full of caring, laughter, integrity, and the love for God, family and friends. If you were lucky enough to be Bob Kible’s friend, he was there for you and was your friend for life. God bless you dear friend, you are loved and missed by so many. Share a laugh and hug with. Bob Skelton. Love you!
Pat O’Leary
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bob was one of those few individuals who enjoyed life to the fullest and had a wonderful sense of humor.
He will be missed.
Love and God Bless
John Polcyn
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
It is only right to celebrate Bob’s life - because that is what he would want us to do. I am thankful for what time I had with him while he was here with us ~ and, Jody, just know that Bob is watching over you and is still smiling as he always did. May the peace of the Lord be with all of you.
Rick Gibson
Sunday, January 20, 2019
May you find strength in the Lord at this difficult time. Prayers for you and your family.