Gerald Robbins

Gerald Robbins

Gerald Robbins passed away peacefully at his home on April 2, 2024.

A fifth-generation Skagitonian, he was raised in La Conner and graduated from La Conner High School, where he achieved state championships in multiple sports. He was the drummer for the Esquires, Skagit Valley's pioneering rock and roll band and played throughout his life. In addition to his musical pursuits, Gerry worked for Dunlap Towing and attended Skagit Valley College. He was a car and motorcycle enthusiast, and a "hot dog" skier.

During the Vietnam War, Gerry enlisted in the Air Force. Following his military service, he studied photography at the Cornish School of the Arts in Seattle. He then began his lifelong career in homebuilding alongside his brother, John. Renowned as master carpenters and builders, they earned the admiration and respect of architects, homeowners and the construction community for their honesty, integrity and expertise. Many of their homes were featured in publications like Fine Homebuilding and Sunset.

Gerry enjoyed various boating activities, including crabbing, fishing and sailing in the San Juan Islands. He spent multiple summers fishing in Bristol Bay and serving on the crew of a research vessel for NOAA in the Bering Sea. With an adventurous spirit, Gerry also traveled to Denmark, France and England. After retiring, he traveled extensively with his family, visiting Hawaii, New Orleans, Sri Lanka and Dubai, with extended stays in Qatar and Vietnam.

Above all, Gerry cherished his family, including his wife, three daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family always came first for him. He will be deeply missed by numerous relatives, friends and neighbors who remember him as kind, friendly and generous.

The family expresses heartfelt gratitude for the care Gerry received from Hospice of the Northwest and the Veteran's Administration.

If you are interested in attending a celebration of Gerry's life, please email [email protected].