District Chaplain

Born and raised in Hanover, Ohio, Rob Gibson grew up with two sisters in a hardworking family. At 18, he began serving as a volunteer EMT/Firefighter and pursued his dream of becoming a career Firefighter/Paramedic.

That dream became reality in 1987 when he joined the Hebron Fire Department, later continuing his career with the West Licking Joint Fire District. Rob would spend the next 12 years expanding his training as a BLS/ACLS/PALS and Ice Water Rescue Instructor; and earning an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science/Emergency Medical Services.

Rob spent much of his 34-year career serving with the Pickerington Violet Township Fire Department while also working as a Paramedic/Respiratory Therapist and part-time FF/Medic. During this time, he and his wife, Annel, raised four children together.

After retiring to Florida in 2021, Rob continued serving his community at Grow Church and completed Fire Chaplaincy training in 2024. Today, Rob and Annel enjoy life in Bonita Springs, spending time kayak fishing, teaching CPR, and engaging with their community.

Rob is honored to serve as Chaplain for the Greater Naples Fire Rescue Family.