It is with profound sorrow and gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Gibson on October 31, 2018. Born January 29, 1939, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was devoted to his family and is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Sue, his children Noah and Brianna and his brother Tom (Karen).
Throughout his professional life, he had many varied musical experiences, as a performer, coach, teacher and student ensemble director. He was a founding member of the Mount Royal Brass Quintet and performed extensively with the Montreal Symphony under Charles Dutoit as well as with l’Opéra de Montréal and Les Grands Ballets Canadiens. In his 33 year career at McGill, affectionately called Dr. Bob by his students, he held many positions including chairing the Brass and Woodwind Areas and the Orchestral Training Program.
In retirement, he enriched his love of music by singing in the Christ Church Cathedral choir and he particularly enjoyed travelling with his family. We will remember him as an avid reader, athlete, a lover of history, with a keen interest in current events and someone who always saw the big picture. He was admired and appreciated by many for his measured and insightful counsel.
Over the last two months, he was lovingly supported and cared for by close family, dear friends and the attentive staff at St Mary’s Hospital in Montreal. A celebration of Bob’s life is being planned for summer 2019. Should you wish to make a donation in his name please make it to St Mary’s Hospital Cancer Care Fund.
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