Ronald Gibbs

Marilu,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Ron's passing. I took his photography class at William Holland last summer and it has truly changed my outlook on photography for the web. I use the skills I learned from Ron almost daily and I am privileged to have been in his class. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Marylu, you and Ron have been a big part of Frank's life, and Beryl is so very happy to have had the opportunity to visit with both of you. We look at the quartz slice that Ron pointed out to us at the last Tucson mineral and gem show that we walked around with him. It was right after he had published his marvelous book Jaspers and Agates. Ron was truly a master at everything he did. We will miss him terribly and our heart goes out to you.

Marylu,
I was so saddened to hear of Ron's passing. He was a brilliant gentleman and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. I took his photography class at William Holland and he nicknamed me "Dusty" because of the dust on the plexiglass we were using to photograph jewelry. I last saw both of you a couple of years ago at Wild Acres. Let the memories you made together help sustain you as you go through this difficult time. God Bless You.
Rowan Rose
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We are so sorry to hear that he passed. Such a kind person and eager to help others to learn and enjoy rocks or photography.

Dear Marylu, I just learned of your husband Ron's death via our ASC Facebook group. I am so VERY sorry and I want you to know that you and your family will be in my prayers as you traverse this difficult and painful time. Our years together at Agnes Scott seem so far away - but I remember them as yesterday. I hope we can use this time of sorrow as a time also to re-connect with each other. Much love and many blessings to you all, Betsy Jennings Powell

So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. His love of gems along with his generous nature will be missed. Prayers for his friends & family.

Among the many people I have known in my life, Ron was one of the nicest and most intelligent. Whether it was showing up with a box full of beads on my doorstep or talking to me about photography, Ron was always friendly and willing to teach me about many diverse subjects. He was always very enthusiastic about gems and minerals and radiated this same feeling to others around him. Ron will be missed by me and the Charlotte Rock and Gem club, to which he contributed so much.

Marilu,
Brenda and I are so saddened by the news of Ron's passing. He was very special as a boss, a mentor and a friend. We'll never forget how he "rescued" our Plecostomus! We hope your pain is somewhat relieved by all the wonderful memories of a very nice man.