William "Marlin" (WA0CKO) Gilbreath

“I was very sad to hear about the passing of Marlin. I had met him at a couple of 10-10 International Net conventions, but at the St.Louis convention...Read More » ”
1 of 30 | Posted by: Larry Berger - Merrick, NY

“Barbara, Betsy, Belinda, I am very sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing a devoted father, loving husband, and a generous grandfather. Betsy, as I...Read More » ”
2 of 30 | Posted by: Anna Prater - St. Peters, MO

“Dear Barb., Betsy, and Belinda: We were shocked to hear of Bill's passing. We know he is walking with the Lord. May He watch over you and keep you...Read More » ”
3 of 30 | Posted by: Ray and Phyllis Fitzgerald - MO

“My sincere sympathy Barbara and family with the sudden passing of Marlin. He and I graduated together from Appleton City with the Class of 1962. As...Read More » ”
4 of 30 | Posted by: Jo (Ruggles) Brown - Raytown, MO

“I met Marlin about 30 years ago with the St. Charles Radio Club but have been away from the area 20 years. Many evenings we chatted on the radio. ...Read More » ”
5 of 30 | Posted by: Ed Phipps (KK7BM; ex KB0YM) - AZ

“God comfort you in your loss and console you with memories of the life he led. I remember Marlin as being kind; he would let me ride on the...Read More » ”
6 of 30 | Posted by: Judy Wix Daniel - Butler, MO

“Marlin was a person who accepted a large antenna to help another friend communicate with other radio operators. We both talked about cattle at ...Read More » ”
7 of 30 | Posted by: John J. Ganahl Jr. - MO

“Barbara and family, We were so suprised to hear of Marlins passing. Ed and Cletus have so many memories of being neighbors with Marlin, going...Read More » ”
8 of 30 | Posted by: Ed and Kay Davis - Appleton City,, MO

“Many years ago in Rockville, Mo, I helped Marlin to earn his first Amateur Radio license. Little did I know that years later I would still hear him...Read More » ”
9 of 30 | Posted by: Jim Higgins (ND0F) - OFALLON, MO

“My most sincere condolences to Marlin's family and dear friends as you deal with his passing. We worked together several years at the Kirkwood...Read More » ”
10 of 30 | Posted by: Lorna Dick - Kirkwood, MO

“Marlin visited the Warrensburg Area Amateur Radio Club in 2003 and gave a technical presentation to the club members. He and Barb drove through...Read More » ”
11 of 30 | Posted by: Keith Haye, WE0G - Centerview, MO

“Grew up always knowing Marlin. We're related. Went to grade and high school together . Marlin & Barbara have been good to visit my parents in these...Read More » ”
12 of 30 | Posted by: Marlise Steiner - Yarmouth, ME

“Marlin's mother was my second grade teacher at Hudson R-9 and Marlin was in my sister's class. We rode the same school bus to ACHS, attended Round...Read More » ”
13 of 30 | Posted by: Jane Lawson Person - PA

“My thoughts and prayers are with Marlin's family. I was a high school classmate of Marlin. ”
14 of 30 | Posted by: M. Sue Light - Raytown, MO

“We will always remember your kindness in always stopping in to visit with Roy & Betty in Appleton City. I know that meant a lot to them. We are all...Read More » ”
15 of 30 | Posted by: Larry & Karla Kelly - MO

“I was so sorry to hear of Marlin's passing. We worked together at Kirkwood R-7 for many years and he was a good man! He was dedicated to any...Read More » ”
16 of 30 | Posted by: James Gutchewsky - Kirkwood, MO

“Marlin and I went to school together starting the 3rd grade through the 12th. Will always remember him as one of the true gentlemen of the school. ...Read More » ”
17 of 30 | Posted by: Sandra (Raybourn) Aldrich - MO

“Barb, I was so sorry to read about your loss of Marlin. I will be praying for you and your family during this difficult time. I wish I could stop...Read More » ”
18 of 30 | Posted by: Rosie Epps

“To Barbara, Betsy & Belinda, I just read of this tragic loss. There are words to express my sincere apologies and condolences. You all mean a...Read More » ”
19 of 30 | Posted by: Theresa Charles - St. Charles, MO

“I was Marlin's teacher when Hudson R-9 was first instituted. We always enjoyed visiting with him and his wife when they came to A.C.. You are in ...Read More » ”
20 of 30 | Posted by: Esther L Breon - Appleton City, MO

“We are so sorry to hear of Marlin's death and sorry he won't be able to be with us for our 50th High School Reunion in May. We pray God will wrap up...Read More » ”
21 of 30 | Posted by: Janice Fulkerson - Bettendorf, IA

“Just got the message tonight of Marlin's passing. Barbara, it was such a pleasure to visit with you and Marlin at recent alumni meetings. Marlin...Read More » ”
22 of 30 | Posted by: Elaine Cumpton Sturm - Freeman, MO

“You are in my thoughts and prayers. I knew Marlin from Hudson R-9 and was happy to see him at the alumni gathering last year. May the Lord give you...Read More » ”
23 of 30 | Posted by: Darlene Laubenstein

“To All of Marlin's Family So sad to hear of your loss. I have known Marlin since 1st grade. Starting school in a one room school together. Marlin...Read More » ”
24 of 30 | Posted by: Jean ( Lawson ) Farmer - Yukon, OK

“This has been a shock as it has for you I am sure. All of you are in our prayers. Marlin and I went to school together I graduated a year ahead of...Read More » ”
25 of 30 | Posted by: Ron McEwan - Appleton City, MO

“Marlin and I are brother groundhogs. Both born on groundhog day Feb 2. His 1944 and mine 1943. I really enjoyed Marlin. Lots of memories but...Read More » ”
26 of 30 | Posted by: Robert Lawson - Madrid, IA

“Barbara and Family, my thoughts are with you at this very difficult time in your life. What a shocker!!! Every other year I was in Marlin's room at...Read More » ”
27 of 30 | Posted by: Linda Lampkin - Appleton City, MO

“We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Over time, we hope your memories will ease your pain. Stay strong for yourself, for each other, for those...Read More » ”
28 of 30 | Posted by: Sherry and Keith Castello - MO

“Betsy and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. It's hard to lose your dad, your husband, your grandad...I pray that God grants you strength, grace...Read More » ”
29 of 30 | Posted by: Laura Brinker - St. Charles, MO

“May God richely bless the family in this time of grief. Marlin ws a vital part of Ten-Ten , this lost has already been felt among the members. ...Read More » ”
30 of 30 | Posted by: Mel Sojka - Shreveport, LA