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Frank Gibson Obituary
Frank Fatio Gibson III, 94, passed peacefully on October 6, 2018 at the Pickering House, Lancaster, OH. He was born on June 29, 1924 in Newark, New Jersey to Frank Fatio Jr. and Matilda (Shomas) Gibson. While a student at Amherst College he enlisted in the US Army in 1942. He saw active service in Central Europe in WWII. He was honorably discharged in January 1946, receiving several citations, including the Purple Heart and Oak Cluster. Returning to civilian life, he met Florence Rafter while a student at Amherst. They were married on January 26, 1951 in Glen Ridge, NJ. Upon completing his studies, he became a licensed Attorney of Law. After practicing for a time in NYC, he decided to pursue a teaching career. He taught for 10 years at the Manlius Military School while starting his family with Flo and continuing studies at Syracuse University. Eventually he took a position at the State University of NY, Alfred. The year 1966 brought another change as he moved his family to Ohio, becoming a tenured Professor of Business Law at The Ohio State University until his retirement in 1991. His family was always of utmost importance. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Florence Gibson; children, Frank (Sharon) Gibson, Shirley McClelland, Nancy (David) Auger, Kathy (Don) Maloney and Brian (Erica) Gibson; grandchildren, Addy Madorsky, DJ Auger, Hannah and Ian McClelland, Katelyn and Dillan Maloney, Destiny and Christine Gibson, Frank and Braelyn Gibson and Brandon Robinson; great-grandsons, Marlon and Nathan Madorsky. They all brought him much joy. Frank enjoyed caring for his farm in Alexandria, Ohio. He was an avid runner, competing in 2 marathons and many races into his mid 70's. He demonstrated by example, great integrity, the importance of physical activity and proper grammar. A time to visit with Frank's family will be Friday, October 12 from 11 AM-1 PM at the Morgan Funeral Home, 124 Fort Street, Bremen, Ohio. A celebration of Frank's life with immediately follow in the funeral home. Contributions may be made in Frank's memory to the American Heart Association. Online condolences at www.morganfuneralhomeohio.com
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Tad & Rhonda VanNess
October 11, 2018
It was great having you for a neighbor for all my life.
KATHY VANDERMARK
October 10, 2018
I had the great joy of meeting Frank and being apart of his loving family since 1992.
I asked his Grandson Frankie who is my son, if he believed that when you die you go onto Heaven.
He replied "If you are as good as Gran was, you do"! We find much comfort knowing that he is watching over us all. You are and will be greatly missed.
Frankie also told me that he knows that he will see Gran, in about 80 years. Smiles!
Love & Light,
Kathy & Frankie
October 10, 2018
Frank IV, and family, I am sorry for your loss of a wonderful man. I am sure he will be missed.
Cindi Cunningham, Cc
Cristina Baumgartner
October 9, 2018
To the Gibson family I'm so sorry for your loss. Frank was a yearly customer at Stypula bros landscape where he would buy his mulch from me every year and I always looked forward to seeing his smiling face. I have wondered about him theses last couple years. He was the most kindest sweetest man I've ever loaded mulch for. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
October 9, 2018
To Brian, Mrs. Gibson and family,
I remember your family fondly as one that was so much different than mine. The swimming days seem so far away but also just yesterday. Mr. Gibson was so kind and friendly, and always listened to what a little kid had to say. I think often of Linda over the years, and as an adult think of how your family and parents must have suffered her loss. I always look for your places in both Gahanna and Alexandria through a little kid's memories. Regards and condolences on the loss of a wonderful man and father. Fondly, Becky LaTorre Schmitt
American Heart Association
October 9, 2018
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Ben Barton
October 9, 2018
I met Frank as a student in one of his Business Law classes at Ohio State. He was always friendly and engaging, and just a "good guy", rare for a professor in my experience.
When I came home from school, while grocery shopping, I ran into Frank again. He remembered me and we chatted about running, life after college and living in a small town. He invited me to his home, where I met Flo and from that day forward, we were friends. We'd talk about business and politics and girls and marriage and kids... everything that comes along in life, Frank was always in touch and always willing to help with a kind word. In his later years, he would call and ask advice on various financial and insurance (my specialty) issues, and I was able to help my old professor - truly a badge of honor in my life.
Rest in Peace, Frank Gibson. You will be missed.
To Flo and the family, please accept my condolences on the loss of your husband and father. Truly a great man.
October 8, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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