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Gib Gibbons Obituary

YORKTOWN, VIRGINIA - Gib Gibbons, 62, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2014, after a short illness. He was a native of Phoebus "Land of the Rising Sun," and a 1969 graduate of Kecoughtan High School. Gib retired from Ball Corp after 31 years. While loving and caring for his family, his next greatest love was golf and had the opportunity to play Pebble Beach. Gib was preceded in death by his father Willie A. Gibbons and his mother JoAnn G. Gibbons. He is survived by his wife Brenda; daughter Amy Clark (Scott); son David; sister, Carolyn Parks; and a step daughter Mackenzie Jenkins (John). He is also survived by 2 grandchildren, Brandon Clark and Michael Jenkins; and many close friends. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at Hampton Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312, or the Peninsula SPCA, 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601.

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Published by Daily Press on May 5, 2014.

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Tommy Jenkins

May 9, 2014

Brenda, Janet and I were so sad to hear of Gib's passing. He has been in our prayers since we heard he was sick. Always remember God never gives us more than we can handle. He has a plan and Gib was part of it. We continue praying for you and his family.

Wayne and Angee Torrence

May 8, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of his passing. May the Lord give you comfort as only He can do. God Bless.

James Randall

May 7, 2014

Brenda,
I was saddened to hear that Gib had passed. During the many years we worked together at Ball, we had a great working relationship that developed into a true friendship.He will surely be missed by all who knew him. My prayers are with you and your family during this bereavement period and may Gib REST IN PEACE.

ROBERT STUTTS

May 6, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Jim Denton

May 6, 2014

Brenda, I am so sorry to hear about Gib. He was a dear friend to me for many years. I will always keep the memory of breaking up your honeymoon and you driving the corvette and us having dinner together. There are so many memories of being with Gib on the golf course. His laughter was infectious. His patience with my golf game was always appreciated. Gib and you will always be in my memoreis and in my prayers.

May 6, 2014

Carolyn & family,
So very sorry to hear about Gibby. Please let me know what I can do for you.
Norma

margaret thompson

May 6, 2014

Mackenzie, my prayers are with you and your family. May you continue to find peace In God.

David Roatenberry

May 6, 2014

I used to work with Gib both in the Shipyard and at Ball.He was a good friend. Hope he is in a better place.

Duna Williams Ellis

May 6, 2014

Dear Sissy and the rest of the Gibbons family. I was saddened to see that Gibby had passed away. It has been a long time but I still hold on to the old memories of gowing up with all of you and the other kids on Berkley and Duncan Drives. My heart and thoughts go out to all of you.

From all of us here at Platinum Air 500

June Lyon

May 6, 2014

Brenda we are all so sorry for your loss. We pray for peace for you and strength to bring you through this most heartbreaking time. May God Bless the Gibbons family and bring peace to their hearts.

Shannon Germanos

May 6, 2014

May God give peace and comfort to all who mourn him.

Darlene Jennings

May 5, 2014

Brenda, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family. I am here to help in any way I can. Love you!

Mike Brewer

May 5, 2014

Brenda - You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this very challenging time. I know Gib was a very important part of your life and will be missed.

John and MaryLee Geist

May 5, 2014

Were are so sorry to hear about Gib. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Brenda and family.

Bonnie Bridger Mittelmaier

May 5, 2014

To the family and friends of Gib Gibbons, may memories of a lifetime serve to comfort and lift you all up during this time of loss and sorrow. Our collective thoughts and prayers are with you now.

KHS Classes of '68 & '69 Reunion Committee Members
Bonnie Bridger Mittelmaier & Alley Mittelmaier

MaryJane Lyons

May 5, 2014

Sending thoughts, condolences, and prayers to Brenda, the children and the Family. I worked with Gib at Ball. He always lit up the room with his smile, warm nature, and at ease disposition. I have told countless number of friends I worked with a man who swung a golf club as soft as a ballerina moves. He always took delight in teaching anyone golf. I'm sure he touched a lot of people's lives with his generous heart, good nature during his can-making career....

May 5, 2014

Worked with Gib many years at Ball. He was a great friend of mine. Will miss him but know he will be in a better place.
Ellen Rhinehart

Ron Gossett

May 5, 2014

Worked with Gib for a number of years. Rest in peace my friend. I hope you are in a better place

Mike Gulla

May 5, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Gib's passing. We used to play together as young boys as well as graduating together from Kecoughtan. We will keep his family in our prayers.

Diana and Jason Atkinson

May 5, 2014

My dear friend Gib, you are such a good man and will be truly missed. You always took such good care of Brenda, stay with her in her head letting her hear your voice to take care of herself! You are in our hearts and will always be, with all of our great memories! Rest in peace my friend, we love you!

Diana Griffin

May 5, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

sonny Stapleton

May 5, 2014

I will miss you Gib. I worked with him for 30 of the 31 years at Ball, played golf went to parties , had dinner and lots of fun through out the years.

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