James Gibson Obituary
Mr. James David "Hoot" Gibson, age 74, of Harriman passed away Sunday July 2, 2023, at his home. He was a member of Emory Heights Baptist Church where he served as the sound man for many years. David enjoyed reading and was a talented woodworker and photographer. He retired from X-10 and was a proud veteran of the United States Army.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Roy Ed and Lula Nadine Powers Gibson.
Two brothers: Ronnie and Roger Gibson.
And one sister: Carol Goddard.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years: Brenda Gibson.
His daughter: Courtney Gibson and her fiancé Luke Duncan.
Three God-given grandchildren: Kimber Wilson, Kaden Barnes, and Caitlin Nobles and her husband Steven.
One brother: Brian Gibson.
And one niece: Karen Foster and her husband Jeff.
The family will receive friends Friday July 7, 2023, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at Emory Heights Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM with Pastor Reeves Schafer officiating. Interment will follow in the Emory Heights Cemetery.
Davis Funeral Home in Harriman is honored to serve the family of Mr. James David Gibson.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
715 Morgan Avenue, Harriman, TN 37748
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