ROBERT "Bob" L. GERRY, 63, passed away July 26, 2012
Bob is survived by his wife Karen, his mother, Harriette Cushman, sister, Ronnie Gerry, and brother-in-law Richard Schley. Karen and Bob have been residents of Fort Myers for more than 35 years. Bob was President of Risk management Insurance Inc.
The viewing is from 2:30 to 4:30pm on Monday, July 30, 2012 at the Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral Home at 1600 Colonial Blvd in Fort Myers. A Celebration of Bob's Life will follow from 5:00 to 7:00pm at The Landings Yacht, Golf and Tennis Club at 4425 S. Landings Drive in Fort Myers.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Suncoast Humane Society in Englewood, Florida or Joanne's House at Hope Hospice of Bonita Springs.
Robert Lloyd Gerry
Robert was born January 19, 1949 in Washington D.C. just in time to watch, in his mothers' arms, the inaugural of Harry Truman.
Bob grew up in Dallas, Texas where he engaged in many sports. He became a young businessman at age 11, when he purchased 4 shares of Boeing stock with money saved from his paper route.
When his father, Lloyd Gerry died, 16 year old Bob began to take charge of his own destiny: working, while at the same time completing his education. When his mother, Harriette, moved to Fort Myers, Florida, Bob followed and was richly rewarded when he found the love of his life, Karen Smith. They were married in 1979. Around that time, he took the opportunity to start his own business, Risk Management Insurance. While his business was very important to him, it did not limit his interest and curiosity in other areas.
He and Karen traveled frequently and left few places in the world unexplored while making many good friends in the process. Although Karen was his constant and enthusiastic companion, whether it was sailing, hiking, skiing, fly fishing, or reading, she quite prudently declined to accompany him when mountain climbing became his sport of choice.
Four years ago, Bob learned he had prostate cancer. He attacked this problem with the same energy and determination he displayed throughout his life. He pursued all available options for himself and became a passionate advocate of early screening for all men.
The family is immensely grateful to Joanne's House at Hope Hospice for their tender care of our precious son, brother and loving husband.
Source: http://nbc2.tributes.com/show/Robert-L.-Gerry-94182111
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