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THOMAS GIBE Obituary

Thomas Wayne Gibe Thomas Wayne Gibe, 82, formerly of Cable, Wis. and West Chicago, Ill., died on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in Naperville, Ill. He was born Sept. 20, 1930, in Chicago, Ill. 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, Wis. 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 Sheriff's 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) and 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 and 6 p.m. will be held at The Healy Chapel, 332 W. Downer Place, Aurora, IL on Monday, Jan. 7. For further information, please call 630-897-9291 or visit www.healychapel.com to leave an online condolence.

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Published by Daily Herald on Jan. 5, 2013.

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Sabine Weber nee Lahn

January 15, 2021

Rest in peace!
From your distant cousin from Alflen, Germany, where your greatgrandpa John Schaffer ( here called Schäfges) was born.

January 31, 2013

My heartfelt condolences. Tom will be remembered and he is now an angel.

Daina Mileris

January 7, 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

January 6, 2013

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

R G

January 5, 2013

Deep condolence, and sincere prayers to the family and close friends, may God grant you the strength to endure during your mourning

Arlene Mitchell

January 5, 2013

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

Dan & Sue Heather

January 5, 2013

Annette and Family,
May the love of your friends and family be with you in your time of sorrow....God Bless

Karen Pederson Gifford

January 5, 2013

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.

Lois & Bernie Clark

January 5, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. We have wonderful memories of Tom & the whole family. He was a grand friend

Cathy Ross

January 4, 2013

Annette & Family,
Hold tight to your memories, as no one can take those away from you. May peace be with you,

Fish fry in Hayward w/Unce Tom, Sept. 2010

January 4, 2013

Thoughts and prayers continue as I share deeply in your loss. I have some great memories of my Unce Tom.
Much love,
Julie

Jennifer Born

January 4, 2013

Gibe family....my deepest sympathies to all of you. I have so many wonderful memories growing up with the Gibes and all the girls taking over the house. My heart hurts for all of you.
Love and hugs to you....Jennifer Hough Born

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