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Mary Gibson Obituary
Mary Ann Gibson, resident of Vallejo, passed away on Sept. 28, 2010, in Vacaville at the age of 75 after a long illness. She was born Nov. 24, 1934 in Wagoner, Okla.
Mary Ann is survived by her husband, Wesley Gibson of Vallejo; daughters, Liz Carter (Gary) of Vacaville and Donna Jo Segala (Marc) of Texas; son, John Wesley Sexton (Karen) of Soulsbvyille, CA; sister, Barbara Troxel of El Cajon; sister-in-law, Belva Gibson of Vallejo; and four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Mary Ann worked as executive secretary at both the Treasure Island Naval Base for 10 years, and at the Vallejo Times Herald for 10 years. She will be greatly missed by her sorority sisters of Beta Sigma Phi, Laureate Iota Sigma Chapter.
Mary Ann will be greatly missed by her many friends. She was loved by all.
The family wants to thank Kaiser Hospice nurses for their kindness and assistance.
A memorial service will be held at noon Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at Colonial Chapels in Vallejo. Private inurnment to follow.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Gibson
October 15, 2010
Dear Mom,
I miss you terribly. There will always be a void. Thank you for all your wisdom.May you rest peacefully till we meet again. Love, Donna
Judy Metcalf
October 14, 2010
The world is a sadder place without you in it MA....I am very sad & my heart hurts because I can not hear you say; Jud, in your special way. Time heals, I do know that...until that happens, I will be missing you. Love always, Jud
Margaret Riley Finley
October 8, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Lee & Mitzi bENNETT
October 7, 2010
Wes:
We were so sorry to hear of
MaryAnne's passing. We will think of you both when we make our infrequent trips to Bay Terrace and pass your house.
October 5, 2010
Dear Wes & Family,
I am so sorry for Your Troubles.You all have My deepest sympathy.
Michael Finerty
Anne Davis
October 5, 2010
Wes & family
We always looked forward to seeing you when we came to Vallejo. Maryann was such a special warm person and she always made us feel so welcome. We treasure the times we spent with you, although few to many. We shall miss her terribly.
Anne & Ken Davis
October 2, 2010
Liz and family,
My deepest sympathy to you all! You are in my thoughts.
Mary Ellen Pearsall
Charlotte Marie Saunders
October 2, 2010
Dear Wes and family,
Shock and sadness overwhelm me, I cannot imagine your grief. Mary Ann will be sorely missed by so many. Always a smile and a joke for me and others at those happy times in my life when in her presence.
May you find comfort as you go about your day missing her. Remembrance is our only our only solace.
Goodbye sweet rose.
Steve & Tina Pytko
October 1, 2010
Donna,
Sending our love and prayers to you.
Irene Shaffer
September 30, 2010
Dearest Maryann,
How I miss you already remembering all the very special times shared with you and your family whenever in Vallejo always with your warmth and generous hospitality.
Goodbye till we meet again My Best "Forever Friend" Love Renee
Gordon and Irene Shaffer
September 30, 2010
Dear Wes and family:
We share the loss of your beloved Mary Ann and remember all the wonderful memories and times we shared together.
Liz was so supportive and caring during her final days.
Our condolences to all family.
Gordon and Irene
Tom Hennessy
September 30, 2010
Wes, I am so sorry to hear about Mary Ann. My prayers are with you and your family
Nancy & John Segala
September 30, 2010
Donna, Marc and family, John and I were sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Sheryl & Mark Pavlak
September 29, 2010
Donna & Marc, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Clark Beermann
September 29, 2010
Marc & Doona I so sorry for your loss,if there is anything I can do don't hesitate to call
September 29, 2010
Donna, Marc and family, May God be with you all during this sad time. We love you and are here for you. The Bell Family from Copper Canyon, Texas
Marc Segala
September 29, 2010
Dearest Mary Ann, You were always a kind mother-in-law, and I always enjoyed your visits to Twain Harte. You raised great children, and I am thankful for you being part of my life. May you rest peacefully, and may God hold you gently.
Judith Metcalf
September 29, 2010
Dear family and friends....I will miss Ma terribly...her email jokes and all! She was a wonderful lady and I am proud to have known her. Rest in peace dear Mary Ann, till we meet again! Love, Jud
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