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Kimberlee Gibson Obituary
Kimberlee is the daughter of Betsy Gibson and step daughter of Charles Pierce of Groton and the late Owen Gibson. Kimberlee is survived by the loves of her life, daughters, Elizabeth Ann Daley and Carlee Marie Daley, both of Norwich, stepdaughter, Katie Lee Daley of Boston; a brother, Stephen Gibson of Cocoa, Fla.; and her dearest niece, Kayla Gibson of Groton. Kimberlee also leaves her best friend and work partner, Peter Giffin of Groton.
She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Elizabeth and Marshall Burghardt.
Kimberlee is a graduate of Robert E. Fitch Sr. High School, class of 1985, and she had attended Three Rivers Community College in Norwich and Brevard Community College in Florida.
Kimberlee was employed as an inspector for Mistras Group Inc. of Waterford. In traveling throughout the country for work with Peter, she especially loved Alaska and its rugged scenic beauty. As well as travel, she was a lover of all animals since childhood.
All who knew and loved Kimberlee will miss her infectious laughter and her pretty eyes.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7, at Colonel Ledyard Cemetery, Mitchell St., Groton. There are no visiting hours.
The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, 109 Pequotsepos Seaport Road, Mystic, CT 06355.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kimberlee Gibson
December 9, 2012
Peter, We are so sorry to hear of Kimberlee's passing away. Our sincerest sympathy. John and Gloria Basile
Susan Davis
December 9, 2012
Pete and the girls and Betsey, I am a neighbor and am thoroughly shocked at the loss of Kim. I so loved seeing her with her little girls and she was always so cheerful to me. I remember when her brother built the stone base with the lovely fountain and how the children loved to play there. They would leave little momentos around the fountain like angels and a dreamcatcher. She so loved her girls. Prayers to Pete as he misses her so much. I am thinking of her Mom, so great a grief to bear. She will be remembered.
a friend losssed with out her friend
December 7, 2012
gison faimly pete and girls no one knows the pain you are going through i wish there were words to say to ease it or a way i could take it away to help you through please know that kim was a very thoughtful loving person no one can take her place in my heart and would never try to find some one to do i loved kim very much as my friend and will miss her very much
Kris
December 7, 2012
My heartfelt sympathy to Kim's family & friends....Kim & I were close friends in high school and unfortunately lost touch over the years. I was very saddened to hear of her untimely passing. May she rest in peace.
Carol Christiansen
December 7, 2012
Betsy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
December 7, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss.
We are thinking of you and your family.
Dick and Marie Eng
Greenleaf Family
December 6, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Susan Young
December 6, 2012
Dear Betsy and family, With deeepest sympathy,Susan Stevens Young
December 6, 2012
Betsey
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know there is no greater sorrow than that of losing a beloved child. I wish you strength and my thoughts are with you.
Necia Stevens Waterford CT
Jean Estabrooks
December 6, 2012
Betsy, Kayla and Kimberlee's family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you are all in my prayers and thoughts.
I am Kayla's School Counselor and know that you are all a wonderful family with a lot of love that will help you through this time of grieving.
Bette & Bob Giesing
December 6, 2012
We are deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter Kimberlee. You are in our thoughts and prayers today and each and every day you feel saddened during this difficult time.
Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Sending You Many Thoughts of Comfort,
Bob & Bette Giesing
Kylie Endsley
December 6, 2012
Kim, you were always so good to me and every time I came into the office to see mom, you were the first person I asked for. I miss you, but I know you are watching over us. Carlee, I am so sorry for your loss and I pray that you will find comfort in the memories of your wonderful and loving mom.
Gerald Maranda
December 6, 2012
Betsy and Family,
I am so very saddened to read about Kimbeerlee. Her passing has brought back so many memories. One in particular is your call to me before you left for the hospital to give birth. I did not realize what a bond that made between Kimberlee and I until I read the paper.
We had so many great times together, times that will always remain in my memory bank as great.
I also did not know that Owen passed away.
Hearing of both of them has made me feel that family is so important and we should all be close, in distance and mind.
I am very sorry and wish I could be there, but distance will not allow it.
Love,
Jerry Maranda
December 5, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
Wendy Perez
December 5, 2012
Betsy, there are no words....
Kellie and Jeffrey Johnson
December 5, 2012
Pete and Gibson family,today and always may loving memories of Kimberlee bring you peace, comfort and strength.Our deepest sympathy.
Cindy&Bill Martin
December 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Betsy,Charley and Family We are so sorry for your loss.
DEBORAH (JOHNSTON) DEWOLF
December 5, 2012
In Your Short Time On Earth You touched so many lives! R.I.P
Deborah (Johnston) DeWolf
December 5, 2012
Betsy, Steven and Family, So sorry to hear of the Loss of Kim. We used to have so much fun on Baker Ave while we were growing up. Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to your family!
With Love
Deborah (Johnston) DeWolf
Cherrie Buscher
December 5, 2012
To the family,
My prayers and deepest sympathy to you all.
Raven Dimario
December 5, 2012
Betsy, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Please know that if you need anything im here
Donald Deane
December 5, 2012
Betsy, Plaese except my condolences on your tragic lose.My pryers are with you and your famliy at this time of sorrow.
Don Deane
December 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Marty V.
December 5, 2012
Dear Mrs. Gibson, Elizabeth, Carlee, Peter & Family,
Kim will be sadly missed at the office. There is an empty spot at her desk and also in our hearts. She was always eager, willing, and cheerful. She was especially happy when she was able to come to work with her daughter Carlee. We pray for all of you in this time of grief. We will miss her dearly.
Sincerely,
Mark Roberts & Family
Christina Norton
December 5, 2012
Betsy,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless you and your family at this very sad time. In time, may your memories bring joy to your heart.
Barbara White
December 4, 2012
Betsy & Steve,
I am so sorry and sad to hear of Kim's passing. I have known Kim as far back as I can remember. I am so sad for her little girls! I hope you find comfort in all of your memories of Kim.
With Love,
Barbara (Johnston) White
Michelle Daley
December 4, 2012
My deepest sympathy.
Lisa Sizer
December 4, 2012
Betsy, Charlie and Family: Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are being sent you're way. We're so sorry for your loss, such a beautiful young lady, has gone way to soon.
Respectfully,
Lisa & Charlie Sizer
December 4, 2012
BETSEY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO, PLEASE CALL ME
PAT GARCIA
wanda hamilton
December 4, 2012
i will miss you kim very much my good friend always there when i needed someone to talk to laugh with. the girls now have a angle looking out for them.
December 4, 2012
Betsy, Charlie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the memories as they will be with you forever.
Dan McCarthy
Mary Smolenski
December 4, 2012
Betsy & Charlie,
I wish to convey my sincerest sympathy to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers always.
Todd Savaria
December 4, 2012
It was a pleasure to have gotten to know you as a good coworker and more importantly as a good person. I hope you are at peace and god bless you your family and your children Kim.
Frederick Klorczyk
December 4, 2012
Kim,
I can speak for all of us at work to say we will miss you greatly.
To the Gibson family and Pete, you are in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
December 4, 2012
My Dearest Betsy,
Just know there is love all around you in this hardest of times.
Sincere Condolences to you and your Family.
Sharon Eng-Marsie
Alfonso Giansanti
December 4, 2012
Your kindness and thoughtfulness touched many of us, you will be missed. May God Bless you and keep you.
Pamela Endsley
December 4, 2012
Kim, you were always a good friend with a heart of gold. You and Your family will be in my prayers. You will be missed.
Paul Daley
December 4, 2012
RIP Kimberlee
Mark & Kathie Ciliano
December 4, 2012
To the Gibson Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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