Robert Gaymon Jr.

Robert Lee Gaymon, Jr., was born on November 02,1964 in Washington, DC, to the late Deacon Robert Lee Gaymon, Sr., and Deaconess Virgin F. Gaymon. Robert a/k/a "Junior", Rob, and his very own alias "Langley". Robert gave his life to Christ at an early age and was a faithful member and servant at Maple Springs Baptist Church in Capitol Heights, MD. Robert attended and graduated from Bruce Monroe Elementary School and attend Banneker Jr. High in Washington, DC until his family relocated to Dale City, VA in 1977. Robert attended and graduate from Gar-Field High School in 1982. After graduating from high school, he relocated to the Newport News, VA area briefly for work before deciding to further his education and love for the Arts and relocated to Pennsylvania to pursue and obtain an Art Degree from the Art Institute of Philadelphia. Upon his return to VA after completing his education in Philadelphia, he met his wife to be, Edwina Hutt. They were inseparable from that point on. Robert and Edwina married on November 29, 1991 in Dale City, VA and this union was blessed with five children. Robert and his family moved to South Carolina for a few years and then relocated and settled to raise his family in Philadelphia, PA. Robert was overjoyed and excited to begin this new chapter in his life.

Robert was an entrepreneur. He truly had God's given gifts of creativity and talent. Robert was an exceptional Artist, Designer and Visionary. He had the eye for fashion. He loved sewing and creating contour designs that showed his magnificent talent. Robert loved organizing and producing fashion shows, showing his designs, and giving all peek of his vision. Robert designed fashion pieces from Bridal and bridesmaid gowns to swimsuits and shorts. He could do it all! Robert also had the gift of remodeling of homes. He would use his creativity, vision, and construction skills to design a home that would become magazine worthy. Robert was an awesome artist. He was magical with a pencil and easel. His drawings are true masterpieces that could easily be portrayed at any Art Gallery.

Robert had a big heart and showed love, care, and concern to everyone who crossed his path. Robert was truly a people magnet. He was that person who would go above and beyond to help anyone, at any time, with anything. He continuously projected his cheerful personality and was always joking to ensure that he made everyone laugh and smile. Robert was the kind of man that projected love to all. Robert loved being a husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to each person God put in his path. We know, God will tell him "well done my faithful servant".

Robert L. Gaymon, Jr. is preceded in death by his parents, Deacon Robert L. Gaymon, Sr., and Deaconess Virgin F. Gaymon; son, Parrish Gaymon; and nephew, Christian V. Davis.

He leaves to cherish his memories, wife, Edwina Gaymon; daughters, Renada Sanchez (Philadelphia, PA), Marquita Parham (VA Beach, VA), and Brandi C. Gaymon (Philadelphia, PA); son, Robert L. Gaymon, III (Philadelphia, PA); two sisters, Rosia F. Gaymon (Woodbridge, VA); and Crystal (Jerome) Gaymon-Graves (Lanham, MD); 14 grandchildren; niece, LaTisa M. Gaymon (Ft. Washington, MD); nephew, Robert "DJ" Jackson (Woodbridge, VA); and a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

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