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Michael Paul Gibbs Naples, Fl
Mike Gibbs passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, May 8, 2010 in Naples after a long illness. He was born on January 5, 1946 and lived in Naples most of his life. He graduated from Naples High School and was a proud member of the US Marine Corp. He served his country in Vietnam where he was exposed to Agent Orange and the resulting illnesses that would eventually take his life.
He made many friends in the construction industry in Naples where he worked. He was one of the co-founders of Michelbob's Restaurant.
Mike was preceded in death by his father and mother, Jimmie and Mary Jo Gibbs; and a son, Bryan; and his niece, Shawn.
He is survived by his brother, John D. Gibbs; a sister, Ramona (Gibbs) Coleman; a son, Brad; and a daughter, Leah; and numerous other relatives including his special friend, Ron Selvia.
The family wants to thank Mike Hayman for his care to Mike during the past several months. Mike will miss sitting under the chickee at Harold's Place and sharing stories with those who made his life a little brighter.
Friends and family will gather at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday (TOMORROW) at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6926 Trail Blvd., Naples, FL 34108.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Avow Hospice, 1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, Fl 34105-3847.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Gibbs
Tex Fletcher
May 25, 2010
Mike was one of the finest people I ever knew in all the years I lived in Naples--All the Gibbs and Coleman families are!! Mike will always be in my thoughts
Tex Fletcher
Marilyn Ritchie Lawhon
May 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family that Mike left behind. I went to school with Mike and he was always one of the nicest and sweetest boys in the class. We had a lot of good times together.
Anne Record
May 18, 2010
The end of an era.
In the 80s/90s, Mike, Bob, Roundo, Brownie, Ben were great friends & great fun. Now so many pals have gone on to peaceful pastures..(Ben died 2/9/09),hopefully they are still having adventures! Mike had good heart. I happen to be in Naples for this 5/15 weekend, from Blue Ridge GA, am sorry I will miss the celebration of Mike but I will always hold him close in prayer and memory.
Anne Record,
widow of Ben M. Record
Ellen Whitsitt Schmidt
May 15, 2010
My first memories of Mike were when we were in 2nd grade together. He came over and climbed some pine trees where I lived. I considered him a friend all through high school. I moved away after that and lost touch, but I am saddened by his difficult life experiences. My sympathies are with you, his family, and wishes that the Lord will be close to you all. I think especially of Ramona who was a favorite student of my mother, Hazel Whitsitt.
Danny Brack
May 15, 2010
To the Gibbs Family,
I am sorry to learn of Mike's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories lift you in this difficult time..
Karen Tomlinson-VanDeMoortel
May 14, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family for there loss. My brothers went to school with Mike. May God be with each and everyone of the family with the loss of Mike.
Chansee Arnold
May 13, 2010
Brad: I am so sorry about your father. I could not make the service but I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! You father was a great guy!
Kent Manley
May 12, 2010
Sorry we can not make service.
We had a lot of Good Times with Mike.
Kent and Judy Manley
Brad Fagan
May 12, 2010
My sincerest sympathies to the Gibbs family. Brad and Brian are close friends. Thank you for your service to our country Mr. Gibbs.
Very respectfully,
Commander Brad Fagan, U.S. Navy
William Tost IV
May 12, 2010
Mike was a very good friend of mine and I met him 15 years ago through Ron Selvia. He always had a open heart and always helped me find work when I needed it and when he needed help I always returned the favor. He was a great cook. I shall miss him greatly.
paul gomes
May 11, 2010
Another one of my brothers has left this earth!! my codolences Ramona&Buddy Paul Gomes
May 11, 2010
I first met Mike about five years ago under that Teekee at Harolds. The last couple of years our friendship flourished. Mike took me airboating and visited me in Wisconsin last summer. Mike was tough, and as hard as a concrete nail (with a heart of gold). My heartfelt condolences to all his family and friends. Special thanks to Sharon, Mike & Ron for being there for Mike. I'll never forget the man. We are diminished, I am truly saddened for our loss.
Brian Abel, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
Sharon Caudill
May 11, 2010
Ramona & John Boy,
I am so sorry for your loss, Mike was a beautiful part of my life and I will miss him so.
May 11, 2010
sad, sad news, sad for the family, my thoughts go out to you, i got to see mike a few years ago, at harolds, glad i did, did a lot of catching up, from me and my sisters, the blanchette family,RIP,allan
Carrie LeSueur
May 11, 2010
I am saddened by the loss of Mike, my friend. When I moved to Naples in 1960 we were in school together. He became and remained one of my faithful friends through the years. I will miss him.
JOHN MARSH
May 11, 2010
SEMPER FI MARINE, NOW YOU'LL BE GUARDING THE STREETS OF HEAVEN--
JC MARSH, NAPLES DET, MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
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