Gary Tibbe Obituary
Gary Allen Tibbe passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Friday August 1st. Gary was born April 20, 1960 in Grand Rapids, MI.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years Teresa (Wabich) Tibbe. His children Katie & Joshua Hill and Andrew & Nicole Tibbe, his grandchildren Johnathon & August Hill, his sister Nancy & Rick Alberta, his sister in laws Darla Tibbe & Sally Tibbe, his brother in laws Bill Wabich, Rick & Rhonda Wabich, Mike Wabich, and his sister in law Kathryn Martin. Along with his close friends & fishing buddies Jack McHugh & Ralph Magoon.
Gary deeply loved his family, fishing, and the great outdoors. He.was a hard worker and devoted 34 years to being a truck driver.
He was proceeded in death by his parents Don & Helen Tibbe, Richard & Lila Wabich, His brothers Mike Tibbe & Randy Tibbe, and his brother in law Larry Wabich.
Gary's family will greet family and friends on Saturday September 6, from 10 AM - 1 PM at Grand Rapids Cremation., 4350 Plainfield Ave NE Grad Rapids, MI 49525
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3305 Three Mile Rd. NE Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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