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Joseph Gibson Obituary
died on December 30, 2009 after being struck by a car while jogging with his wife. He was 38 years old and is survived by his wife Jennifer, parents Edward and Julie Gibson, and his siblings Jannet, John, and Julie. Dr. Gibson, an Emergency Physician with Emergency Professional Services, P.C., received his undergraduate degree from James Madison University in Virginia, earned his M.D. from Eastern Virginia Medical School, served three years as a Dive Medical Officer in the U.S. Navy and trained in Emergency Medicine at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in the Bronx, NY. Joe's intelligence, humor, compassion, drive, and humility made him an exceptional physician, husband, son, brother, and friend. Our world is a far better place because of his presence. Per his wishes, Joe's generosity continued after his death as his organs were donated, giving the gift of life to four different individuals. In lieu of flowers, Joe's family requests that donations be made to a new 501(c)(3) charitable foundation that is being created in his honor. Please make donations to: "Jean West c/o The Joe Gibson Memorial Fund," 520 South Roosevelt #1001, Tempe, AZ 85281. This organization will be devoted to supporting emergency medicine, organ donation, and other causes that Joe was passionate about. For more information or to be added the mailing list, please e-mail [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Gibson
Sponsored by Jennifer, Julie, and Ed Gibson.
bill menzie
December 14, 2010
Julie and Ed,
I am so so sorry for your loss. I was trying to find you and an address, and I see this tragic notice. My heart aches for you. You will be in my prayers.
Julie Pringle
September 23, 2010
I just found out about this tragic loss. I worked next to Joe in the ED at Banner Estrella as a nurse. All who worked with him know that the shift you worked with Joe would be a fun one ! Patient care was ALWAYS the highest priority, but you also need exceptional collaboration in the ED for the shift to run smoothly. Weather it was a stubbed toe or a life and death situation, Joe always was the patient advocate and had nothing but the best interest for the patient, and even the staff around him. I am truly sad. My fondest memory was working with him in the ED on thanksgiving! There was food for the staff everywhere and Joe was hungry, but all he thought about was that Jennifer was having the big meal at the house after his shift. We joked all day on how he could actually eat at work and then go home and pretend he was still hungry without letting his wife down. It was the funnest holiday I ever spent at work, & knowing Joe, I know he went home and ate the biggest thanksgiving meal thinking of his wife, even though we made him try just about everything that was at work. He was easily swayed ! I smile thinking of him today and my working relationship with him, I hope everyone smiles when they think of Joe.
Gerald Garrett
August 29, 2010
Jennifer,
"I am so, so, so, sorry for you to have experienced this immensly terrible happening."
Feeling your pain with much love,
Gerald
Lori Miller
July 27, 2010
I just heard the news. I was friends with Joe at JMU. He was a great guy, and I have fond memories of our time together. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gibson family.
May 10, 2010
Ed and Julie, I only just learned about this terrible tragedy. I want you to know that my thought and prayers are with you and Joe's family.
JoAnn Carr
Jennifer Saxe
March 14, 2010
To the Gibson Family,
I just came from the Good Samaritan Hospital, where only 5 short months ago I was treated by Dr. Gibson. I learned of his tragic accident today, and I wanted to offer my condolences. Horrible things happen in life, but they are so much harder to accept when they happen to people who have such an angelic giving soul. I didn't know Dr. Gibson personally, but as his patient I was touched by his genuine concern for my health and my safety. He left a lasting impression on me so much so that when I became Ill again and needed to go to the emergency room, I went back to Good Sam in hopes of being treated by him. In my 38 years of life, have had my fair share of ER visits between myself, my children, and other family members, and I mean with the utmost sincerity when I say that it is an uncommon experience to have the privledge of being treated by a physician like Dr. Gibson. I'm sure most ER doctors have a passion for their work, but Dr. Gibson had more than that. His soul radiated genuine compassion for his patients, a love of his job, and a huge amount of respect for his coworkers. I am so deeply sorry for your loss, I have no doubt he will be missed by so many, and although this tragedy is so unfair and difficult to accept, I pray that his spirit and his example will live for eternity. I pray that all doctors strive to emulate Dr. Gibsons caliber. Peace be with your family.
Love, Terri & George Cox
January 24, 2010
Ed, Julianna, and the entire family-
We were so saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Joe's life has touched so many people. As a family, we've all been moved by Joe's story. We ask God to comfort and embrace you during this very difficult time.
January 18, 2010
Jennifer, Inge and I never met Joe. We are, however, friends of his sister Janet and mother Julie by having befriended Janet and her wonderful family in Heidelberg, Germany several years ago and later meeting Julie when she was visiting Janet and her grandchildren and son-in-law. And, we have learned of some the significant scientific accomplishments of Ed, Joe's dad. The personal character traits we've seen attached to Joe seem to run in the family. Please be sure that Joe remains proud of the family he has left behind.
Our deepest sympathy,
Larry & Inge Gardner, Woodland Park, CO
Michele Rogers
January 17, 2010
Dear Jennifer
My deepest sympathy to you and Joe's family. Joe and I were friends in high school and I remember him as being kind and very funny. His humor helped my friend and I get us through psychology class during our senior year. We were looking forward to seeing him at our high school reunion and were sad to find out he could not make it because of prior commitments. I am sad that I did not get to know Joe as an adult but I can see that he turned out to be an awesome person and blessed so many around him. He will be missed. May God comfort and heal you and the family.
Michele Rogers
Elizabeth Lehman
January 16, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to julianna and ed and the entire family. He must of been a wonderful person, especially giving his care to patients in the ER. I myself enjoyed working in the ER for 13yrs. I was lost when i found out i had to go on disability. I also am a recipient of a liver donation that saved my life. I am sorry that i did not get a chance to meet Joe, my 2nd cousin, we would have a lot to share with each other. Again, Julianna and Ed my prayers go out to you for God to give you strength through this time. Love, Betsy
Bob Swannie
January 15, 2010
Dear Ed and Julie,
I cannot imagine losing a son. I have two sons and it would be devastating to me!
I did not know Joseph, but I'm sure you are proud that he spent his life healing others. I know God puts us on Earth for a purpose and he used his talents well.
May God put his comforting arms around you in this difficult time.
With great sympathy,
Bob Swannie
Jack Lousma
January 15, 2010
Dear Ones,
It sems that in times such as these words fail us and the World should just STOP and say "Look be grateful and give thanks for Joseph his life well lived serving others as his life even now goes on in service"
We have always loved the saying"It isn't what you take when you leave this world behind you,but what you leave behind you when you go!"
May the God of all Comfort surround each of you,
Lovingly,
Jack and Gratia Lousma
Patsy Dean
January 15, 2010
Julie & Ed, I know words won't make your loss any easier, but at least you know others are thinking about you & praying for you. Your pain is yours & yours alone, however, it will actually be more bearable as time goes on. How nice that you got to know Joe as an adult & can count him as a friend as well as a son. Wish I could give you a real hug, but I'm thinking about you. Love, Patsy Tonawanda, NY
Jim Sigler
January 15, 2010
Dear Ed, Julie and the Gibson family,
My heart goes out to you in this time of loss. I had the pleasure of meeting your fine son once and will forever keep that memory fresh in my mind. I know that Joe touched so many lives and the world was a better place because of all he accomplished. Please remember that although the pain may still be so unbearable for you now Joe will watch over from above the family and friends whom he loved so much and continue to be a beacon of hope to all. I will keep you all in my prayers. My deepest condolences to your family. May God bless you all with His love, peace, comfort and protection.
Jim, Karina and Erica Sigler
January 14, 2010
Dear Julie and Ed,
Our deepest sympathy to both of you and to Joe's family. A remarkable young man......you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Barb and Gary Neureuter
Margie McMillen
January 14, 2010
Joe Gibson was my first cousin, once removed, but through circumstances much to long to reiterate now, I never had the good fortune of meeting him. Julie, my cousin, and I have had the good fortune of "finding each other" at this late stage in life, and keep in touch via e-mail. All I've heard about Joe proves over and over again what a remarkable son and husband he was. What a tragic loss. I can share in this sorrow since I lost my beautiful daughter many years ago and I know, first hand, what it is like to lose a child. My heart and prayers are with the Gibson family in this temporary separation...but you will see him again! Love, Margie
Lori McGuckin
January 13, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Joe's family. We knew Joe from being stationed with him at Whidbey Island. I remember when he was looking forward to his training in New York. God had recently put Joe and Jennifer to the front of my mind. Now, I know why.
Lori and LT. Commander Mark McGuckin
Phyllis Reese
January 12, 2010
So sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your wonderful son....May the Lord give you all the strength and whatever you need at this time....will keep you in prayer....hugs......Phyllis Palmer Reese.(55)
January 11, 2010
As a fellow runner, I was saddened to hear of the accident and later his death. I am now more cautious of what I wear and safety. Although I had never met Joseph, he did have a positive impact on my life.
Bob Deull
January 10, 2010
Our deepest sympathy on your tragic loss. You are in our prayers.
January 10, 2010
DEAR JULIE AND ED, WE CAN'T EVEN IMAGINE SOMETHING LIKE THIS HAPPENING TO ONE OF OUR GIRLS. GOD BLESS YOU BOTH, AND GOD BLESS YOUR SON JOE AND HIS FAMILY. BRAD AND PATTY SHICK, NORTH CANTON, OHIO. CLASS OF 55
Francis French
January 9, 2010
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this tragic and very difficult time...
Francis and Erin French.
January 8, 2010
The Phoenix emergency rooms where Dr. Joe Gibson spent the last 2 years have been deeply saddened. The personal family to the work family we have all been touched. Thank you Jennifer for sharing Joe with us. May God comfort him. Heaven truly has an angel.
Banner Good Samaritan ER
January 8, 2010
Dear Julie and ED Our hearts go out to you more than we can say. The tragic, senseless death of your beloved, talented son touches us deeply, having lost a child at this stage of his life, as well. Prayers,empathy, and love to you. Pat and Mike Collins
Jennifer Carr
January 8, 2010
Ed & Julie and all the family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Blessings,
Jennifer Carr
Susy and John Young
January 8, 2010
Julie and Ed,
Please know that Johnny and I are thinking of you and sending much love.
Joshua Carr
January 8, 2010
Ed and Julie,
I send my condolences to you and Joe's family. It is hard losing a member of family - even extended family. May God's peace be around you and yours - you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Joshua Carr
January 8, 2010
I happened to meet this wonderful, loving individual during his residency years at Lincoln hospital. he was a hard worker and a devoted physician who always had a smile regardless of the work load. He will be sadly missed! I want the family to know he is in heaven watching over you. This is an immense loss to us all. May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Dr Quee ( Lincoln ED)
January 7, 2010
Ed and Julie, My heart goes out to you. I send my deepest condolences.
Clare Whitfield (Schweickart)
Neil Griffin Lincoln ER
January 7, 2010
For Joe and his family and friends. "In the golden light of our days they live on, bright still with the colors that memory gives to those who enrich our lives by tears or by laughter, unaware they have given us anything". Joe lives on with us and through us and into the future to the fulfillment of promise.
Love,
Neil
Muhammad Waseem
January 7, 2010
There are no words to express the immense loss that this is. Joe was a great friend, colleague, and an incredible individual. He will be missed tremendously. I pray that his soul rest in peace. My condolences to his family and to all who share in the joy of his memory.
Muhammad Waseem
Lincoln Family
Jeremy Montez
January 6, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Joe and my deepest condolences to his family. I worked with Joe at Lincoln hospital and he was such a nice guy—always smiling and laughing. He was a real pleasure to be around and he will be missed.
Dan Spenn
January 6, 2010
I was saddened to hear about this from my mother. Joe sounded like a great Sailor, Doctor and person. I wish I could have known him more than just as a distant cousin. My sincerest condolences to the entire Gibson family.
Ileana Izquierdo
January 6, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Gibson family. I knew Joe as a resident at Lincoln Hospital and he was and will always be considered part of the Lincoln Hospital ER family. I wish there were words to ease you pain but take comfort in knowing God has bigger and greater plans for him.
January 6, 2010
Aunt Julie, Uncle Ed, Jen, Jannet, Julie, and John---Just wanted you to know my daughter's(Maddie)entire school prayed for you all and we continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers as well. Sending strength, healing and love during this very sad time. Everyone loves and misses you, Joe!
The Philippe Family, PortColborne,ON
January 6, 2010
Please accept my deepest condolences and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. This tragic news shocked me and everyone in Lincoln Hospital
T ZIN MD Lincoln Hospital NY
Bob & Pandora Crippen
January 6, 2010
To The Gibson Family, we are sorry to hear of your loss, especially of someone who had so much potential.
Susie Stenson
January 6, 2010
Dear Jennifer, I did not know Joe, but we have a common thread. My husband also died suddenly and unexpectedly at a young age, and, like your dear husband, saved the lives of four people through organ donation. We have been blessed in the past year to become acquainted with two of the four recipients and know that he lives on in them.
I'm praying for you...for strength and comfort each day as you deal with your shocking and tragic loss.
Sincerely,
Dee O'Hara
January 6, 2010
So deeply saddened to hear of this tragic accident. Knew you as a child and how proud your Mom and Dad were of you. You will be so missed by all who love you. May wonderful memories of Joe sustain all of you through this very difficult time and in the days to come.
Dee O'Hara
Penny & Bill Talboys
January 6, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with not only sorrow, but the wonderful memories of the joyful times you had with Joe. Bill and I only wish we could have met him. What we've read he was one wonderful human being. You were all so blessed to be a part of his life.
Thomas Muir
January 6, 2010
What an amazing guy. You have made a positive impact on so many people including my family. My most sincere condolences to Jenn and the rest of Joe's family.
Janice RN
January 5, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Gibson at BGSMC. He was very easy going and fun to work with. He will be missed greatly by all of us. God Bless you and all of us in this time of sorrow.
January 5, 2010
Hi Julie,
Just this evening Laura passed on to me the news of the tragic and unexpected death of your brother, Joseph. All the love and sorrow that I can muster goes out to you and your family. I lost a brother, too, so I do have at least a slight idea of what you must be going through. Somehow, I hope that you are able to cope with his loss.
Most sincerely and fondly, Scott Kelly, St. Helens, Oregon
Dot & Walt Cunningham
January 5, 2010
Walt and I are members of the astronaut family and love Joe’s parents. We send our deepest condolences to Jennifer, Julie & Ed, colleagues, extended family members and friends.
Larry McGlynn
January 5, 2010
The Gibson family is in our prayers. You have our deepest sympathy.
January 5, 2010
From the Greg Haberstro family in Plattsburgh, New York. Our prayers remain with you always and deepest condolences to Ed, Julieanne and Jennifer and the entire family.
Greg Haberstro and Wendy Murnane, Bill, John, Adam and Katherine.
Richard West
January 5, 2010
I had the pleasure of spending time with Joe and Jennifer several times while visiting AZ. Joe was so easy to be around. It was great to have known him. Rest in peace!
Desiree H
January 5, 2010
Gibby! Oh how we miss you! I was so blessed to have worked with you and got to know a little bit about you. My prayers go out to your family in their time of sorrow. Until we meet again my friend!
Rebecca Rojas
January 5, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Joe's family at this time. He will be greatly missed by all. I am glad to have known him and will miss working with him.
Rebecca Rojas, RN
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