GARDNER, Massachusetts — Robert "Bob" Whiting Gifford II, 73, of Gardner, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at his home, with his wife by his side. Born in Rockland, Maine, on November 19, 1952, he was the son of the late Robert and Gloria (Clifford) Gifford. Bob was a proud graduate of Rockland High School, in Maine, Class of 1971. He led a rich, multi-faceted life.