Robert Gehrman

On October 17, 2012, Robert C. Gehrman passed away peacefully at home from complications of melanoma. The loving husband of 57 years to Carolyn (nee Valentine), and devoted father to Judy and Lee Gresser and Janet L. Gehrman, Bob always put his family first, despite many demands on his time. Among his family, multitude of friends and business associates, Bob was known for his sense of honor, integrity, and humility. Born and educated in Baltimore, Maryland, he was a lifelong fan of the Baltimore Orioles and enjoyed cruising the Chesapeake Bay with his family and friends. After a career of over 35 years in the banking industry, Bob retired in 1997 as President of Arundel Federal Savings Bank in Maryland, having guided the institution through both financial and physical growth. For over 50 years, Bob was an avid fire buff and member of Box 414 Association, a volunteer organization providing onsite food service to firefighters, police officers and other emergency personnel. He served terms as Treasurer and President of the organization. An enthusiastic power boater, Bob was a long time member of Sue Island Sail and Power Squadron. He held many of the positions on the Bridge, including Commander in 1987 and 1988. A firm believer in sharing his acquired knowledge of boating with others, he taught the Squadron’s Public Boating Safety course for many years and participated in many of the Squadron’s educational activities. Upon his retirement to Naples, Florida, he transferred to Naples Sail and Power Squadron. A member of Baltimore Yacht Club for many years, Bob was a past member of the BYC Board of Directors and Treasurer of the Holding Corporation. He and Carolyn enjoyed the camaraderie of the Club with many fine years and adventures aboard their sportfish, “Sea-Duction”. Having retired to SW Florida, it wasn’t long before Bob and Carolyn continued their love of boating, becoming members of the Naples Cruise Club and participating in many of the Club’s activities with treasured friends, new and old. From childhood until their relocation to Naples, Bob was an active member of Reformation Lutheran Church, serving many years as a Sunday School Teacher, usher, member of the Church Council and auditor of the Church’s financial records. Once in Naples, he and Carolyn became members of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, where a Celebration of Life service will be held on Monday, October 22nd at 11:00am. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church 777 Mooring Line Drive, Naples FL 34102 or Habitat for Humanity Collier County 11145 Tamiami Trail East, Naples FL 34113.