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Gregory Gibbs Obituary
November 9, 1968 - August 26, 2010. On August 26th, Greg Gibbs unexpectedly died in his Tempe, Arizona home. His passing leaves an enormous void in the lives of his family and friends; however, a collection of extraordinary memories remain. Greg collected toys, antiques, memorabilia-anything that "spoke" to him or that chronicled our lives, but he was quick to give away favorite treasures to anyone he thought would cherish them. Admitting his age but refusing to succumb to it, he helped form the Old Kooks skate-boarding club. But it was music that dominated his life. In high school, he formed his first band, The Watch. In Tempe, his most recent collaboration, The Elders UK, was reuniting this weekend for a Labor Day gig. He also performed with Audra, Souls Whirling Somewhere, and Second Skin in local clubs. He simply was doing what he loved, and he loved everything he did. In all that he was, Greg embodied our passions, our playfulness, our creativity, our searching for meaning-and left us all an archive of his life that will forever serve as inspiration to live more for the moment. Greg attended Perrysburg (Ohio) High School and graduated from Kenston High School in Chagrin Falls, Ohio where he was goalie on the varsity soccer team and played baritone in the band. He studied at Ricks College in Idaho and Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania, and was a graduate of the Phoenix, Arizona Roberto-Venn Luthiery School (guitar-making) in 2006. Greg is survived by his devoted wife and love of his life, Maresa (Filippini) and his adored daughter, Katherine (Kate) Oman of Poland OH; his mother, Marcia Gibbs of Orem UT; his father Richard; and six siblings-brothers, Chad (Patsy) of Fort Collins CO, Todd (Nancy) of Highlands Ranch CO, Ben (Danielle) of Orem UT; sisters, Elizabeth Bradley (Dave) of Collingswood NJ, Melissa Foreman (Tim) of Carlisle PA, and Anne Gish (Jerry) of Littleton CO. He was the favorite uncle of 21 Gibbs nieces and nephews. His family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to a charity that Greg supported, the Tempe Chapter of ARC (http:www.tempearc.org/donate.html). A memorial service will be held on Friday evening, September 3rd from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa AZ.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Gibbs
I will always love you
Kate Oman
September 14, 2010
Thanks for giving me life. I miss you so much.
-kate
September 12, 2010
Our sympathy goes to Greg's family. We knew Greg as a young boy in Gilford.NH. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. With love, Joe and Judy April, Kissimmee, FL.
September 10, 2010
Greg was like a brother to me and an uncle to my boys.Words cannot cover the magnatude of the loss of Greg to those that loved him the most. our thoughts and prayers go out to Gregs family and friends. Thanks for the memories Greg. We will never forget you. You made life a better place for many...God bless you Brother.Bill,Renee,Billy & Brandon Bowers.CasaGrande az
Daniel R. Byerly
September 6, 2010
My sincerest condolences go out to Greg's family and friends.
Charlee Urbancic
September 4, 2010
Peace be with you and your family Greg! Godspeed!
tOm & mAlania lAman
September 3, 2010
tOm:
Greg, you made me laugh like no other and taught me a lot about not taking anything in my own musical path too seriously...I learned to laugh a lot of band frustration (at that time) off after our "conversation". Our trip to southern California when you played with Audra in '08 remains one of my favorite road trips ever. May all the peace and healing be with your family and your beloved wife, Maressa. I'll miss you so much! ~ tOm
mAlania:
You will be missed by many. I can still remember many laughs and pranks we all shared. Thanks for the tips of "looking up" to stretch our drunken faces in photos . There are so many other memories that make us smile. Glad we all got to take a slight road trip together, bloody marys etc. All of our thoughts are with Maressa, your family and friends cheers.
X malania
Todd Pouliot
September 3, 2010
He is only lost when he is forgotten.
Obviously, he is loved and remembered by family and friends. My family will pray for Greg and your family during this tough time.
JoAnne OConnor
September 3, 2010
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Greg's entire family. I met him through his sister and saw the joy he brought to her and everyone he met. I will remember his brilliant smile always. The world is an emptier place without his presence. My heart aches for you all.
Susan Venatta
September 3, 2010
Dear Chad and family ~ my heart aches with yours. The written tribute paints a beautiful picture of a wonderful and much loved man. May God hold you all in the palm of His hand and may your many memories be of great comfort to you when you most need it.
Susan
Lisa Stormer
September 2, 2010
I went to high school with Greg - and was so pleased to reconnect with him through FB....since doing so , he became a familiar, and comfortable source of solace and understanding.....I will truly miss him and the lightheartedness he brought to my often heavily burdened world - Peace and love my friend....
Mindy & Joe Paglierani
September 2, 2010
To Our Dear Family, We share in your sadness and pain. Wishing you peace. Love, Mindy & Joe
Tonya Kulakowski
September 2, 2010
I had only recently met Greg through FB because he was a friend of my husband and other mutual friends. I have heard a lot of stories about Greg and how much fun he was to be around. Although I only knew him for a short time, he did make me laugh a lot. My condolences to all of you that knew him, loved him and was part of his life. Having read all of the comments from all of his friends, I know this world will be missing one of it's brightest stars.
Alex Lucarelli
September 2, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Greg's entire family. God Bless.
Alec Brown
September 2, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of Greg's passing.
Although we had never met in person we had a great affinity through our love of skateboarding and music.
My thoughts are with his family in this difficult time.
The world really won't be the same without him.
Ned & Meg Rutter
September 2, 2010
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Greg's passing. Please accept our condolences. May the rememberance of good times and your faith sustain you now and in the future.
Erin Quinn Baker
September 2, 2010
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rita Caufman
September 2, 2010
Greg was a person you could not ignore. His wit and his overwhelming charm made him a favorite in a crowd of people. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing - he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Erin Marley
September 2, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. My thoughts are with his family. I will always remember his smile and the way he lit up a room with his sense of humor. The world will not be the same without Greg.
Jeanine Fisher
September 2, 2010
Thinking of you all. Sending love and healing.
Barbara Howcroft
September 2, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.
Barbara (Schurman) Howcroft
Cindi Cote
September 2, 2010
Dearest Gibbs family, Richard and I are so very sad to hear of Greg's passing. We send our love and thoughts to you...praying for comfort and strength for you for the days ahead.
love, Richard and Cindi Cote
From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes
September 1, 2010
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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