Robert Gentile

Robert Gentile, age 92, of Crumpler, NC died on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Rowan Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. Mr. Gentile was born on December 5, 1918 in Bronx, New York. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia Gentile, his parents, one brother, and one sister. Mr. Gentile was a professional boxer. He retired from the Air Force as a Senior Master Sergeant. During his military career, he spent time in Iceland, North Africa, Spain, and Japan. He was a member of the VFW. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 25, 2011 at 2:00 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel with military rites. Burial will be held in Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida. Mr. Gentile is survived by: Wife, Patricia Gentile of Crumpler, NC; Son, Michael Gentile of FL; Son, Patrick Gentile of FL; Daughter, Robin Johnson of FL; also surviving are three grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars or the Disabled American Veterans.  You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel & Gardens was entrusted with Mr. Gentile's arrangements.