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Elizabeth GIBSON Obituary
GIBSON, Elizabeth Ellen
June 5, 1942 - October 14, 2013
Liz Gibson, a fifth-generation descendant of California pioneers, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her Sacramento home on October 14, 2013. Born in Sacramento, her family moved to Calaveras County when she was six years of age, and she grew up there on a cattle ranch. She graduated from Calaveras High School in 1960 and received a B.A. from the Univer- sity of California at Davis in 1964. She served two tours of duty as a volunteer with the American Red Cross in Vietnam. On her return from the war, she received her Masters Degree in Library Science from the University of California, Berkeley. She had a distinguished career spanning over 30 years with the California State Library in Sacramento.
Liz was raised in a Masonic family and, as a young girl, became a member of the Order of Job's Daughters. She was a fifty-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Azalea Chapter No. 66, San Andreas. In Sacramento, she became a member of Faith Presbyterian Church where she was active on several committees.
After retirement Liz performed volunteer work for several organizations including the local branch of the Sacramento Public Library. She also worked tirelessly with several organizations dedicated to the rescue of Bichon Frise dogs.
Liz is survived by her long-time companion, Sheila Thornton of Sacramento, and by her brothers David W. Gibson, of San Rafael, Daniel E. Gibson, of Nashville, Tennessee, and John R. Gibson, Folsom.
A memorial service for Liz will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2013 at Faith Presbyterian Church, 625 Florin Road, Sacramento California 95831. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Faith Presbyterian Church Building Fund.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth GIBSON
October 21, 2013
I didn't know Liz was a fellow Jobs Daughter. We had alot in common. it was always nice to see Liz at our animal hospital with her Bichon's. I will miss her. Many hugs to Shelia and Liz'a family. May God Bless.
Hedy-Jo
October 21, 2013
To All,
Heartfelt thanks to all who signed the guest book. your kind thoughts are a great help to the family in this difficult time of loss of my beloved sister.
John Gibson
Folsom
John Tresch
October 19, 2013
Wonderful person always so helpful and considerate. Will be greatly missed. Condolences to Sheila and other family.
October 18, 2013
What a surprise to find out Liz was a fifth generation Californian and a Job's Daughter. We didn't know that about each other. I will really miss her. Hugs to you Sheila.
Christopher Berger
October 18, 2013
Liz, I learned so much when I worked at the Library Development Services Bureau of the CA State Library. You were generous in so many ways and helped me grow professionally as a librarian. I'm grateful that you were part of my life and will miss your humor, intelligence, and grace.
Victoria Fong
October 17, 2013
Liz was an accomplished and distinguished librarian and leader with the California State Library. She did so much for all libraries. She was intelligent, thoughtful and had a kind heart. I am fortunate to have worked and shared friendship with her.
Lulu Zeagas
October 17, 2013
Liz was a remarkable woman and friend. Liz not only helped with Bichon rescue she also helped Poodle rescue. She will be greatly missed. RIP Liz we love and miss you.
Buffy Schnurbusch
October 17, 2013
Liz,
So proud to have called you "friend" and fellow dog rescuer. Your support and willingness to help is unsurpassed. You will missed by all, two-legged and four-legged creatures alike.
Missing you already. - Buffy Schnurbusch and all at Bichon Rescue Brigade
Wes Doak
October 17, 2013
I rememberLiz we'll and her devotion I libraries and her friends. We will all miss her!
Anne Bernardo
October 17, 2013
Liz was a best friend to our libraries. Her contributions to the field were meaningful and endless. I am so glad I could be a part of her world. To her family and friends, my deepest sympathies on Liz's passing.
Ava Goldman
October 17, 2013
Liz was always a guiding light, as an active member of the Sacramento chapter of Special Libraries Association. She was an outstanding professional librarian and a wonderful human being. Liz will always be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
Jan Feye-Stukas
October 17, 2013
I was so sorry to learn of the death of my former Red Cross and Library colleague. She lived a life of total service and left the world a better place. My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Liz.
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