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Darwin Carl Gebbie

1947 - 2021

BORN

1947

DIED

2021

Darwin Gebbie Obituary

Lebanon - Darwin Carl Gebbie, beloved husband, father and friend, died May 2, 2021, peacefully at the beautiful home he built and treasured in Lebanon. Born to Durward and Clemma June 27, 1947, he was the eldest of seven.

He married Priscilla Szajda in 1970. Together they raised four sons, Gregory(deceased), Alexander, Nicholas (deceased) and Christopher.

Before starting a family Darwin served in the National Guard. He was employed at Pratt and Whitney for 27 years and then focused on building his own property development business which was the true passion of his life. He also served on the building committees of the new Lyman Memorial High School and the new fellowship hall of the First Baptist Church.

He was a loving and generous person to all. He unselfishly devoted himself to his sons and family.

He is survived by his loving daughters-in-law, Kristin, Jessica and Kate; four grandchildren; his brothers and sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a celebration of his life at 11 a.m. May 15, at the First Baptist Church of Lebanon, (Masks are necessary to attend). Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be given to the First Baptist Church of Lebanon, 694 Trumbull Hwy, Lebanon, CT 06249.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on May 5, 2021.

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John Kolar

May 20, 2021

Hard working Christian man!
I enjoyed working at the church with him on certain problems. God help his family get through this.

Paul and Lorraine Westermeyer

May 13, 2021

Very sorry for the loss of Darwin. Have known and admired Darwin for over twenty years. He will certainly be missed by many.

MollyRossi

May 11, 2021

To the family
very sorry for loss. He was always a kind and helpful man

Jane Moriarty

May 10, 2021

Such a wonderful gentleman and knowledgeable business entrepreneur; I enjoyed working with Darwin over the years and send my deepest sympathies.

Maureen Daniska

May 6, 2021

I was fortunate to know this really nice man, and his handsome sons. One day I had the privilege of meeting his beautiful wife Priscilla in the Norwichtown branch of Bank of America. Such a wonderful, beautiful family, and he was so proud. Of course, why would he not? I really did not have anything to do with his life, but talked of him often, because I admired him. I think, if I may say he was an honorable man. What better legacy.
God Bless the Gebbie family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jim Abell and family

May 6, 2021

Deepest condolences to the Gebbie Family.

Eternal Friendship Remembrance Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Mark Asnes and Nathan Weiss

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George Sherwood, Buckley Appraisal Services, Inc.

May 6, 2021

Sending our deepest sympathies to the Gebbie Family. A gentleman and a great real estate visionary for the region. An honor to work him on many projects over the years.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Overhead Door Co of Norwich

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Pat Konturas

May 6, 2021

A gentle giant! Contributing nicely to the real estate landscape of many communities!

Jeryl

May 5, 2021

What a great man . He will be sorely missed at First Baptist Church of Lebanon . My heart and prayers are with his family , Jeryl

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