Robert S. Tibbetts

Robert Simon Tibbetts, Jr. Robert (Bob) Tibbetts, 77, of Danville, KY, took his final ride on his beloved Harley Davidson on June 25, 2025. Born on April 14, 1948, in North Conway, NH, Bob was the son of the late Robert and Althea Tibbetts. He proudly served his country in the US Navy from 1967 to 1970, an experience that shaped his deep respect for service and camaraderie. After returning home, Bob began his career as a lineman with Bell Telephone in Conway, NH. When layoffs hit, Bob showed his trademark resilience, working for a time at Clinton Guptill’s Shell station in Glen, NH. He then found his calling in law enforcement, serving with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department. After graduating from the New Hampshire Police Academy, he began his career as a deputy sheriff, a role he took great pride in. In the mid-1970s, Bob and his family made a new home in Lexington, KY, where he embarked on a long and fulfilling career in telecommunications with Bell South (now AT&T) as a Staff Manager Engineer. He remained there until his retirement in 2008, grateful for the professional challenges and friendships he found along the way. Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rita Tibbetts. He leaves behind his daughter, Tricia (William) Beckham of Nicholasville, KY, and his son, Jonathan (Rochelle) Mulkern of Bartlett, NH. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Jackson and Grant Beckham of Lexington, KY, and Shea and Finnian Mulkern of Bartlett, NH. Bob is also survived by his brother, Scott Tibbetts (Lori) of Denmark, ME. An outdoorsman at heart, Bob loved hiking, skiing, fishing, hunting, and especially riding his motorcycle. He was a dedicated member of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA), where he earned the road name “Crash.” Through countless rides and events, Bob found purpose supporting fellow veterans and giving back to the community he cherished. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all his brothers and sisters in arms. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Bob “Crash” Tibbetts’ name to the CVMA scholarship fund at https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=M45W5DCGA9524 or by cash/check to: CVMA KY 1-1 102 Browning Dr Georgetown, KY 40324 (please note the donation is in his name) Memorial Visitation: Kerr Brothers 3421 Harrodsburg Road Lexington, KY July 9, 2025, 5–8 PM Memorial Visitation: Furber Funeral Home 2925 White Mountain Hwy North Conway, NH 03860 July 16, 2025, 10 AM – 12 PM Family graveside burial to follow at 1pm: Final Resting Place: Garland Ridge Cemetery Rt. 302, Bartlett, NH