Drew gomber biography

Drew Joseph Gomber, American historian, writer. Proofreader Adams & Abbott, Boston, 1978-1981. However, being in a vehicle with those three was a real treat.

Aside from him being a great historian, he was also creative and had a sense of humor.

His passion for preserving history led him on a remarkable journey, culminating in a distinguished career as noted historian and published author on Billy the Kid, the Lincoln County War, and other famous and infamous, history and Hollywood characters, of the 19th century American West.

As Lincoln’s resident historian, in the town Drew called home for nearly 3 decades, he painted vivid portraits of lawmen and outlaws, heroes and villains.

Stanton, State Veterans Cemetery near Capitan, NM, a fitting tribute to his unwavering commitment to his country. I really enjoyed listening to him talk about history and reading his many works. Its hard to tell, but you can still see the stone outline of where the cabin once stood.

Drew J. Gomber, an esteemed Old West Historian and author of Lincoln County, New Mexico, passed away on Jan 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy as enduring as the legends he devoted his life to.

Born to John F.

Gomber and Annamay Gomber, (nee O’Neill) of Waldwick, NJ, Drew's fascination with the untamed spirit of the American frontier was sparked at an early age. Drew leaves behind a legacy of knowledge, inspiration, and friendship that will endure for generations to come.

In lieu of flowers, Drew was an advocate for and lover of animals, we ask that donations in Drew’s honor be made to Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary, a nonprofit, last stop hospice sanctuary for older, injured, and abandoned animals.

Sergeant, United States Air Force, 1968-1972. Historian, Hubbard Museum American West, Ruidoso.

Achievements

• Drew Joseph Gomber has been listed as a notable historian, writer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Sergeant, United States Air Force, 1968-1972. Computer operator St.

Petersburg Times, 1981-1994.

Pressman Ruidoso (New Mexico) News, 1994-1997. Be at peace

Photo below is one I took of Drew when we visited Stinking Springs.  His friends, family, and admirers are invited to gather, share memories, and pay tribute to a life well-lived. He made history entertaining.

The road was pretty muddy, so we had to turn back. Drew brought America’s past to life along what President Rutherford B. Hayes declared in the late 1800s, “the most dangerous street in America” ensuring the legacy of the Old West and would never fade into obscurity.

Drew also spent some time in Hollywood, as an actor, and technical consultant on films, TV, podcasts, and radio talk shows.

Drew graduated high school during the Vietnam War.

Inspired by his dad’s service as a WWII pilot with the 14th Flying Tigers, Drew enlisted and served his country with honor and distinction with the United States Air Force, 36th Fighter Wing in Bitburg, Germany, a front-line NATO base during the Cold War.

On April 26th, with full military honors, Drew will be laid to rest at the peacefully beautiful, Ft.

Son of John Francis and Annamay (O'Neill) Gomber. 1 child, Randi Lee.

Over the years, he was a friend and mentor to me and I will forever cherish the memory of Drew giving me a tour of Lincoln, Fort Sumner, and Stinking Springs on my last trip to New Mexico. On one such tour, I got to ride along with Drew, Fred Nolan, and Bob McCubbin as we drove near the location where Tunstall was killed.