Photo courtesy of REED & BENOIT FUNERAL HOME INC
Watertown, New York
Gerald W. Gibson, Watertown passed away Thursday, May 23rd at his home under the care of his family and Hospice of Jefferson County. He was 86 years old.
Born in Watertown August 26, 1932 Gerald was the son to William and Mildred Ward Gibson and was the youngest of 6 children. He married Carol Dillabaugh August, 26, 1952 at the First Methodist Church, Watertown.
Gerald was drafted during the Korean Conflict in 1952 and received an honorable discharge in 1953. He worked for several years as a self-employed auto mechanic and could fix anything.
He enjoyed country music and dancing.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Carol, Watertown; his 4 children, Linda Youngs, Theresa; Terry (Kathy) Gibson, Chaumont; Dawn Manson, Watertown; Sandra (Olin Lynch) Benway, Watertown; 9 grandchildren, Amy, Andrew, Matthew, Michelle, Melissa, Robert, Amber, Cassandra and Cody. Also surviving are 11 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Per Gerald’s wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral service.
Donations may be made in his name to Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham St., Watertown, NY 13601.
Condolences may be made at www.reedbenoit.com.
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Dad, you were a great example of what an honest and loving father, husband, brother, and friend Should be! My heart is breaking without you! I miss you soo much!
Dawn ( Gibson ) Manson
January 31, 2020 | Watertown, NY | Daughter
I have a lot of memories of from spending so much time at their house growing up.. But my favorite memories are of the parties in the garage, when I got to see Uncle Jerry let loose, and have a great time. My deepest condolences to the whole Gibson family. Lindy and Bruce
Lindy Jackson
May 31, 2019 | ThreeMileBay, NY | Family
I met Gerald through his auto repair service. I greatly admired this man for his expertise and kind manner. I remember our conversations and the welcoming friendliness of Gerald and his lovely wife. I considered these people my friends. Janet, my wife , and I extend our deepest sympathy to Geralds entire family.
Ray Richardson
May 29, 2019 | Charlotte, NC | Friend
Words cannot express how much we miss you already but we are comforted in the knowledge that you are no longer suffering. Watch over us as you always have. My heart will ache until we can see each other again. I love you.
Sandra Benway
May 25, 2019 | Watertown, NY | Daughter
I love you more than words can express , I wish I could have been there to hold your hand and say good bye. My heart is aching but I know you are at peace now. I will never forgot the childhood memories you helped to give me!
May 24, 2019 | Grandchild