James Gibbons Obituary

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GIBBONS -- James M. Gibbons, 46, of E. Norriton, Pa., formerly of Cheshire and Pittsfield, passed away on Monday, Oct.1, 2007 in Philadelphia following a short illness. Born July 23, 1961 in Webster, he was the son of David and Virginia Gibbons. Jim was a 1979 graduate of Auburn High School and 1983 graduate of Wentworth Institute of Technology. At the time of his death, Jim was a Certified Safety Professional and an Associate Technical Fellow in the Product Integrity Department of the Boeing Rotorcraft Company where he made contributions to the V-22 Osprey and H-47 Chinook aircraft programs. Jim received the 2007 Safety Engineer of the Year award. Jim previously worked at General Dynamics in Pittsfield on the Bradley Fighting Vehicle programs. Mr. Gibbons was an Assistant Scout Master, a member of the Brodie Mountain Ski Patrol, Berkshire Mountain Search and Rescue, Hoosac Hose Company, the General Dynamics Emergency Response Team, and the Spring Mountain Ski Patrol in Pennsylvania. As a boy, Jim earned the rank of life scout. He lived by the scout laws, and thus in his final act of helpfulness, Jim became an organ donor. He and his wife, the former Laurie Caldwell, have three sons, Michael J., Patrick R., and Shaun T. Gibbons, all living at home. He is survived by his brothers, David, John, and Richard Gibbons; his sisters, Alice Dipace, Ann Harmer, and Maura Keegan; and several nephews and nieces, including his goddaughter, Colleen P. Keegan. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the "James M. Gibbons Memorial Account" to benefit his children's education c/o Commerce Bank, 1799 Swede Road Blue Bell, PA 19422 or to the Gift of Life Donor Program, 401 North 3rd St. Philadelphia, PA 19123-4101.

Published by The Berkshire Eagle from Oct. 5 to Oct. 11, 2007.
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WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOURS. I DONT REMEMBER MEETING YOU BUT YOUR MOM IS A COUSIN TO ME.AUNT DOT IS MY MOTHER, WHO IS A BROTHER TO YOUR GRANDFATHER JOE. PLEASE ACCEPT OUR HEARTFELT SORRY. MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR. EDNA M. DAVIS

EDNADAVIS DAVIS

October 15, 2007

Laurie, Michael, Patrick, and Shaun

Sandy said it so well that I can't help but to copy her sentiments. Though we have never had the pleasure of meeting you, Laurie, you have become my online friend and your sons have become my daughters. We both share in the shock and grief over the passing of Jim, forever lovingly known to us as "Mr. Trid". Our love and prayers are with you for continued strength during this difficult time.

...Christy and Cami

Christy Wilkes

October 13, 2007

To the Gibbons family and friends.
I worked with Jim on the Bradley program and was an attendent with the Adams ambulance so I also had some calls with him when he was in the fire department.
Jim helped make the Bradley team a team...He worked hard, cared about what he did and was a pleasure to work with....We also had a lot of laughs.
I'm very sorry of your loss. I know words are just words but take some comfort in knowing Jim touched a lot of lives.

Patrick Lacy

October 11, 2007

It's hard to express the loss of someone who always went out of his way to spend time with others.Know he will be missed by all he met. Our prayers go out to Laurie, Michael, Patrick and Shaun. Stay strong in his love and know he will always watch over you

Ann Harmer

October 10, 2007

Dear Laurie,
Even as just an online friend who has never had the privilege of meeting you, I have felt a certain amount of shock and grief over Jim's passing so I can only imagine what you have gone through. I pray God will continue to give you and the boys His strength in the days ahead.

Sandy Bazis

October 9, 2007

Dear Laurie, Boys and Family,

Words cannot describe how sad I am to learn of James passing. I remember the first time I met him and knew how sincere and human he was. I know that his love for you will always be there and that his spirit is within all of those he reached.

Please know that you are in my heart and in my prayers.

Anita (Smith) Etscovitz

October 8, 2007

Laurie, Boys and family
Please accept our sincere condolances. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cathy & Mike (Biagini) Briggs

October 8, 2007

Dear Laurie, Boys and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolances. I am sure you have many fond memories as Jim was a terffic guy who will be missed by us all.
Best regards,
John, Jeanne, Winter and Evan

John Burhoe

October 7, 2007

Laurie, Boys and Family
I and my family would would like to offer our condolences. You certainly have had a tragic loss. You are strong and your boys sound like they are super. You will see your way through.

Dave Lyall

David Lyall

October 5, 2007

Dear Laurie, Boys and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolances. We remember all of you well. This is very sad news, hoping you find comfort in many wonderful memories of Jim.
Best regards,
Fred, Carol, Laurie, Mike, Heidi and Jill Balawender

Laurie (Balawender) Cuevas

October 5, 2007

DEAR LAURIE AND FAMILY,
WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT
JIMMY. YOU WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS
AND PRAYERS. LOVE,
AUNT PAT & UNCLE DICK
COUSINS, NANCY, LORI, RICKY & BRIAN

PAT & DICK BURHOE

October 5, 2007

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