Photo courtesy of The Healy Chapel Funeral & Cremation Services - Aurora Facility
Naperville, Illinois
THOMAS WAYNE GIBE
Born: September 20, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois.
Died: January 02, 2013, in Naperville, Illinois.
Thomas Wayne Gibe, 82, formerly of Cable, Wisconsin, and West Chicago,
Illinois, died on Wednesday, January 2 in Naperville, Illinois.
Tom graduated from Lane Tech High School in 1948 with two state swimming
records: the 1947 100-meter freestyle, and the 1948 50-meter freestyle.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He operated the family
mink ranch in Phillips, Wisconsin for several years until moving to Chicago to attend
the University of Illinois. He managed the J.D. Schaffer Cartage Company for
over 40 years.
He served as a volunteer with the Kane County Sheriffs Auxiliary and
ranked as an Expert Sharpshooter with the Illinois Pistol Association. He was a
lifetime member of the National Rifle Association.
Tom reveled in being able to fix anything. He loved nature. His sense of
humor and adventure will always be remembered.
Tom is survived by three daughters: Cynthia Bauman (Peter), Annette
Forslund (Bob), Jennifer Long (Stephen) and six grandchildren: Alex (Carrie),
Allison, Rob, Meg, Tanner, and Taylin. He was preceded in death by his parents,
four brothers, and his infant son, Timothy Kirk.
A 3 p.m. prayer vigil with visitation between 4-6 p.m. will be held at The
Healy Chapel, 332 West Downer Place, Aurora, IL on Monday, January 7.
Rest in peace!
From your distant cousin from Alflen, Germany, where your greatgrandpa John Schaffer ( here called Schäfges) was born.
Sabine Weber nee Lahn
January 15, 2021 | 56766 | Family
My heartfelt condolences. Tom will be remembered and he is now an angel.
January 31, 2013
Our deepest sympathies Annette and family. So glad you were able to spend the time you did with your dad and offer him comfort as well as unconditional love. In the end, what else is there? xo Daina & Patrick
Daina Mileris
January 07, 2013 | Chicago, IL
Annette & family,
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Love & hugs,
Deb Forslund
January 06, 2013
Deep condolence, and sincere prayers to the family and close friends, may God grant you the strength to endure during your mourning
R G
January 05, 2013 | Peotone, IL
Our prayers and deepest condolences are with your family. Think about all the wonderful memories you have and find peace in the time you shared together. "May his soul and the soul of the dearly departed through the mercy of Christ our Lord rest in Peace. Amen
Arlene Mitchell
January 05, 2013 | Los Gatos, CA
Annette and Family,
May the love of your friends and family be with you in your time of sorrow....God Bless
Dan & Sue Heather
January 05, 2013 | St. Charles, IL
I'm sorry for your loss. I remember your family as we grew up together in Woodland Hills in Batavia. Please accept my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Pederson Gifford
January 05, 2013 | Elmhurst, IL
We are so very sorry for your loss. We have wonderful memories of Tom & the whole family. He was a grand friend
Lois & Bernie Clark
January 05, 2013 | Stow, OH
