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Mary Elizabeth Gibson
July 27, 1944 - Sept. 10, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Gibson, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 10, 2023 at Memorial Hospital in Carbondale after a year long battle from heart surgery complications.
Mary was born in Chicago, IL on July 27, 1944 the daughter of the late Raymond C. and Elsie (Kratovil) Geske.
She earned her master's degree in education at Northern Illinois University. Mary taught at Elkville Grade School for over 32 years. She led her students by example that all living things are precious. She would often catch insects in a glass and release them outside. She loved all wildlife, nature, growing plants, and flowers are things she truly enjoyed. She was skilled at calligraphy and shared that talent with many people.
Mary married the love of her life, George, and they shared over 57 years of marriage.
She is survived by her husband, George Gibson of Carbondale, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and cousins, nieces, and nephews and many other family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Elsie Geske.
Per Mary's request there will be no services or visitation.
Donations may be submitted to; Free Again Wildlife Rehabilitation; 4031 Big Muddy Road Carterville, Illinois 62918, or the Elkville Scholarship Fund.
Mary will be in our hearts forever and will be truly missed by all. She leaves all the knew her with many beautiful memories.
Walker Funeral Home of Carbondale Entrusted with arrangements.
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Nancy McKinney
September 10, 2024
Oh how we miss our kind, sweet Mary. George is always in my thoughts and prayers as I know how much he misses her too.
Nancy McKinney
February 6, 2024
Our sister-in-law/Aunt Mary was one of the most special people in our lives. She wouldn't intentionally hurt anyone, not even a bug! She is missed so much by us as I know by George. We have the assurance that we will see her again in Heaven. Nancy & Family
Ken Fracaro
February 5, 2024
I knew Mary when I was attending SIU through George who was a friend of mine. She always struck me as a kind, humble, and considerate person who spoke nicely of others and was a joy to talk to. May she rest in peace and may George be at peace with wonderful memories of Mary.
Nancy McKinney
September 25, 2023
Mary was a kind, gentle, thoughtful person who was my sister-in-law, but always felt like a sister to me. I always looked forward to she and my brother, George visiting me. I will miss her greatly and with loving memories.
Nancy McKinney
Juliann Hale
September 18, 2023
She was one of my favorite teachers. Sweet, kind and a great teacher. I still remember how she made me feel. I'm sure she will be greatly missed.
Michelle(Wolfe) Howell
September 16, 2023
She was one of the best teachers she will be truly missed by many!
Sandy Foster
September 16, 2023
My Aunt Mary was truly a remarkable woman. Her soft
Soft heart went out to everyone and anything.
I remember going to visit her and George as a highlight of my childhood. She could slolum ski and get back in the boat with dry hair!
And her sentimental ways warmed my heart. I picture her wrapped in the Cardinals blanket I made for her as she was so often cold. She took it everywhere.
She will be so missed until we meet again in Heaven..
Nora Beth Hacker Bullock
September 16, 2023
My memories of Mary include that she always had a smile and soft voice. She was a great listener and always displayed kindness to all. She will be missed and my heart goes out to her sweet husband, George.
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