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Herbert GIBSON Obituary
Herbert Cummins "Bert" Gibson, 68, of West Palm Beach, died on November 27, 2013. Bert graduated from Forest Hill High School in 1963, received a BA Cum Laude from the University of the South in 1967, and a JD from the University of Florida in 1970. He was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. Bert was a graduate of the Judge Advocate General School at the University of Virginia. A member of the Florida Bar Association and Board Certified in Real Estate, he practiced law for 42 years in the family firm founded in 1935. Bert was a Trustee of the University of the South, Chair of the Board of the Palm Beach Blood Bank, Chair of the West Palm Beach Planning and Zoning Board, President of the West Palm Beach Kiwanis Club, Area Chair of Ducks Unlimited, and a Little League baseball coach at Phipps Park. He was a member of the Cody, Wyoming Shooting Club, The South Florida Shooting Club, the Sailfish Club of Florida, and the Society of the Four Arts. Bert was a member of The Episcopal Church of Bethesda-By-The-Sea, Palm Beach, FL. His passions were bird hunting with his beloved dogs and fly fishing. Bert is survived by Sally, his wife of 45 years; son, Terry Gibson (fiancee Teresa Sepko); daughter, Anne Burkholder (Matt); three granddaughters, Ashley Grace, Megan, and Karyn Burkholder; sister, Theodosia Fitzgerald; niece, Mary Laura Fitzgerald; nephew, Ted Fitzgerald (Larragh); mother-in-law, Irma McCall; and brother-in-law, Wally McCall (Michelle). A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 PM on December 12, 2013 at The Episcopal Church of Bethesda-By-The-Sea, Palm Beach. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cardinal Newman High School, Herbert C. Gibson Memorial Scholarship Fund 512 Spencer Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33409 or the O. A. and Vidal F. Gane Scholarship at the University of the South, 735 University Ave., Sewanee, TN 37383.
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Shelley Hill
November 25, 2020
RIP Herb
You are missed.
Shelly Morris Morris Quail Farm
December 27, 2013
Dear Mrs. Gibson and Family: We are so saddened to just now learn of Bert's recent passing. My husband, Ed & I knew Bert as a customer for his passion-- quail hunting. We were his supplier for the past 4-5 years. When I didn't hear from him I knew something was very wrong with him. He was such a wonderful, nice, respectable caring man, and it was always a wonderful pleasure in doing business with him. He was a good friend to us as well. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. We are so very sorry for your loss. Bert will be missed by us all, but will always be in our memories.
Our Deepest Sympathies, Ed & Shelly Morris
John Algood
December 23, 2013
To the Gibson Family,
I am very saddened to have heard this news. Bert was a very good lawyer, friend, and I always appreciated his common sense approach to business issues. Most of all, I loved how he mixed good humor into his legal opinions. I will miss him very much.
Peace be will you all.
John
Mary Baldwin
December 21, 2013
Dear Sally, I am so sorry for your most recent losses. I remember how much my parents enjoyed you and your children next door. Please know that I send my prayers and deepest sympathy to all of you. It's been so long since that wonderful time on Colonial Road. With love to you, Mary Sowell Baldwin
Terry Payne
December 20, 2013
Dear Sally & Family:
Terry-1 and I are so sorry to hear about Bert. WE enjoyed so much seeing you both at Sewanee for the 45th reunion. My mom, Mary Payne, also sends her prayers and best wishes. She remembers you both at the get togethers in Atlanta while you and Bert were dating.
Love, Terry-1 & Terry-2
Sean Snyder
December 11, 2013
Dear Sally, Anne, & Terry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this diffcult time. Bert was a good man and was always very good to me. I enjoyed a lot of firsts with Bert & Terry during my teen years. My first wild pig, first fish on a fly, first Sailfish Club cheesburger, first hunting buggy accident, first arrest, etc. Bert was an excellent Husband, Father, Outdoorsman, Attorney and Dancer:). He will live on in our hearts and minds. His legacy is not only seen through his family, but also through his many achievements and contributions to his community. He will be missed!
marie snyder
December 10, 2013
Sally & family:
I am so sorry to hear about Bert. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
December 10, 2013
Sally & Family.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss I know it will be hard for you all. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Bristow and Jane Watson
December 6, 2013
Sally - Jane and I are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I first met Herb on the playgrounds at Phipps Park in 1957 and we became lasting friends. Herb taught me how to play tennis and we played on the same Little League baseball team. I have many fond memories of fishing and bird hunting together. Both Herb and his father were very kind to my mother and sister over the years providing legal services when needed. I am so glad that we had the chance to see Herb and you again last June. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 6, 2013
Dear Sally,
Johnny and I send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
It was great to have been able to see Bert at the Reunion. Time is so precious and we take it for granted. Memory Eternal.
Joyce Ayoub Chalhub
December 6, 2013
Dear Sally,
So very sorry for the loss of Bert. Johnny and I extend out heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Joyce Ayoub Chalhub
December 5, 2013
Sally, though we have not had contact in many years, I saw the photos of you and Bert (Herb in high school) from our class reunion and I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Take strength now from the memories you and your family created with him. Sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Kathy Razook Howard
Donald Webb
December 5, 2013
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Janet Jordan-Long
December 4, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear about Bert's passing. My prayers will be with Sally, Wally and family. Sally you have been thru alot lately with your Father now Bert. You are an awesome person and I wish you nothing but the best in the future. Take care of your Mother. She's a gem.
Clifford & Kay Guertin
December 4, 2013
Bert, you will be missed.
Toi (Ahrens) and Sandy Estes
December 3, 2013
Dear Sally, Wally and family,
Sandy and I are deeply grieved to learn of Bert's passing. Our families have known each other since childhood, through college and beyond, so it gives us great sadness to hear that Bert had passed. Sandy had known both Bert and Wally at Sewanee. Richard and I had known Bert for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are for you, Sally, your children and your family at this difficult time. God bless each and every one in your family.
December 2, 2013
Sally-My sincere condolences. Herb and I first met nearly 60 years ago when we were in 4th grade together at Southboro Elementary. He called himself Herb then so he was forever Herb to me. I am so glad that I was able to have an extended conversation with him earlier this year before the reunion. All the best to you and your family.
Jerry Farmer
Richard Ahrens
December 2, 2013
Sally,
I am deeply sorrowed at the loss of a good friend! I will always remember the day that Bert came to my house to invite me be a member of the Forest Hill Key Club. You and Bert will always be in my prayers! I wish you and your family the strength to remember the great moments that you share with my friend and your husband.
Cheryl Hicks
December 2, 2013
Sally,
I was so sorry to learn of Bert's passing. He was always very good to me and provided me a job, as he had promised, when I returned to Florida in 2001. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cheryl Hicks
Cathy Lewis
December 2, 2013
May he rest in peace! The Angels welcomed this kind, caring Christian man into paradise. He spent his life for others seeking the truth and defending justice. Thank you Bert for a life well lived. You will be missed.
Judy and Jack Lynch
December 1, 2013
Sally and family, Carol Dunne recently informed us of Bert's ill health and now of his passing! We are sorry for your loss. Many good memories shared on both the swim decks and the baseball fields! May you find comfort in knowing that many are thinking of you as this most difficult time.
Judy and Jack Lynch (Boca Raton, FL)
December 1, 2013
Sally, Anne, and Terry,
I am so sorry for your loss. Remember all the good times. You are in my prayers.
Jan McGrath
Debbie and Mike Reid
December 1, 2013
Sally, Anne and Terry,
I was saddened to learn today of Bert's passing. I have some fond memories of working at the firm with everyone and for someone (me) who didn't want to learn real estate, Bert taught me a lot for which I am thankful because I am still using that knowledge today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
December 1, 2013
Sally, Anne, and Terry,
We are so sorry to learn of Bert's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Sharon Kennett
Joella Trull
December 1, 2013
I knew Bert/Herb from Holy Trinity and went to school with him, his wife Sally and her brother Wally. I am so sorry that he has passed. Rest in peace old friend. God's healing peace and love to his family.
Melissa Schiffman Gacek
December 1, 2013
Mrs. Gibson, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and especially our prayers.
Lou Ann Foster
December 1, 2013
Sally, I am so sorry to hear this. I had almost 30 years of working with Bert as his real estate paralegal and thought he would be enjoying retirement with his dogs and hunting for a long time. I feel so sad. My condolences to you and your family.
Julie Levey
December 1, 2013
Mrs. Gibson, I am so sorry to hear!! You and your family are in my thought and prayers.
Noland Thuss
December 1, 2013
Dear Sally, Wally and family,
I am deeply saddened by the news a Bert's passing. We also go back to Conniston and a dear friendship over many years. I regretted missing Bert at the high school reunion this summer! You are all in my thoughts and prayers?
Carol Chalhub Smith
December 1, 2013
Sally, wanted you to know how Sorry I am. Y'all will continue to be in my prayers. May God give you and your family peace & strength each day. A wonderful 45 yrs. of great memories ! God Bless ! Love,
Jim Elsberry
December 1, 2013
Sorry to hear of Bert's passing. I first met Bert at Conniston when we were both kids....many years ago. He was a great guy. My condolences to Sally , Wally and the rest of the family. RIP, Bert
December 1, 2013
Dear Sally & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you cherish the fond memories you have. With sincere condolences,
Shelley Hill
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