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Charles Gibbs, 70, Larsen, passed away at his home, Thursday evening, January 23, 2014, with his family by his side. He was born October 18, 1943, in Palm Beach, FL, the son of Charles and Helen (Harlow) Gibbs.
He served in the U.S. Army on the 11th Battalion 116th Assault Helicopter Company in 1965/1966 in Vietnam. He was proud to serve as Crew Chief/Door Gunner where he earned 14 air metals with over 300 combat missions. Charlie was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 10893.
Jiggs married Bette Nabbefeld on October 5, 1968, at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, Neenah. He was employed at American Can Company which became James River Corporation for 31 years, as well as Alcan Packaging prior to retiring in 1995.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoying many trips out west. His dogs were an important part of his life, including his little buddy, Peanut. He loved playing sheephead and cribbage with his friends and family. In his spare time, Jiggs liked to read, do crossword puzzles, and camp with the family.
Jiggs is survived by his wife, Bette of 45 years, and his three daughters: Jackie (John) Thompson, Larsen; Jennie (Gene) Smit and their children: Paige and Ian, Neenah; and Jesse (Dan) Holland and their children: Drew and Alex, Madison; his mother: Helen Gibbs; five siblings: Joan Longsine, Janet (Al) Elsworth, Patti (Rick) Harrer, Mary (Jeff) Gross, and Steve Gibbs; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Charlie was preceded in death by his father: Charles A. Gibbs; and his brother: Michael Gibbs.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at the Kessler Funeral Home, 304 S. Commercial St., Neenah, with Chaplain Jordan Kuczwara officiating. Inurnment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Appleton. Visitation will be Tuesday at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Military honors will be performed by members of the Neenah Menasha Veterans Honor Guard and the U.S. Army following services at the funeral home. A memorial has been established in Jiggs' name.
Jiggs' family would like to thank the staff at ThedaCare at Home and Hospice; WI Veterans Home at King; the Larsen-Winchester Lions Club and the many doctors and staff that have given him special care during his long illness.
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Mark & Sarah Wrasse
January 28, 2014
Mary, Jeff, Bette Steve and girls,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
January 28, 2014
To Bette and all the Gibbs family,
Jiggs was always such a cute guy with an endearing smile.
Bonnie Jo (Britzke) Moore and all of the Britzke siblings ... Jimmy, Carol, Gary, Patty and Debbie (Mary died January 8th this year)
January 27, 2014
Bette,
Sorry for the loss of your husband. Keeping family in my prayers.
Tammy Kain
January 27, 2014
Bette,
So sorry on the passing of your husband. Your family are in my prayers.
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Darryl Lane
January 27, 2014
Mary, Steve,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family
Jodi Wooding
January 27, 2014
Good Bye Charlie! It was always a pleasure to see your smiling face and twinkling eyes. You always made me feel special (even playing cribbage when I didn't know what I was doing). God Bless You Betty
Jeanie (Klinker) Bell
January 27, 2014
So sorry, Bette, in the loss of your husband. May our Lord's peace surround you and comfort you at this sad time. May his love keep you strong and may your memories make you smile.
KEN PAKULSKI
January 26, 2014
WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS THE WAY THE GUYS OF THE 116TH. 11 BATTLION ASSAULT HELECOPTER CO. PHU LOI VIET NAM FEEL ABOUT CHUCK !!
CHARLIES WAS A FRIEND TO ALL IN VIET NAM AND A FRIEND IN LIFE. HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBER FOR HIS SENCE OF HUMOR AND HIS LAUGH. A SPORTS MAN WHO LOVED THE OUTDOORS
AND BADGERS AND GREEN BAY PACKERS. HE IS WITH OUR FELLOWER FRIENDS AND OUR GOOD
LORD, JESUS CHRIST IN THE GLORY OF HEAR. NO MORE SUFFERING AND SORROW ONLY PEACE AND JOY AND THAT HAPPY JOYFUL SMILE ON HIS FACE WHICH WE WILL SEE AGAIN
WHEN WE ALL TOGETHER .
LOVE TO ALL BY ALL
KEN
Terry Gross
January 26, 2014
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Charles Gibbs. Our deepest sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with Mary and the family.
- Phillip and Terry Gross
Brian Ehrgott
January 26, 2014
Charlie you will be missed by all family and friends.
Diane Jacobson
January 26, 2014
Mary and Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother.. Thoughts and prayers are with you all!
DOT
January 26, 2014
Your wonderful smile and your kind heart will always be a memory of mine....
January 25, 2014
So sorry to hear about Charlies passing...Rembering a ton of good time in the Raveno days with Charlie and Dennie Witt etc etc...Wish we could attend the funeral but down south where its warm for the winter...Our deepest condolences to the Gibbs family..
Jim and Fran Larson
January 25, 2014
Gonna Miss You Charlie..
Ruth I
January 25, 2014
Bette, girls(families) so sorry for your loss. Will miss Chuck. He is resting peacefully. God Bless and take gentle care.
Danny Hopfensperger
January 25, 2014
Chuck more than a friend, you were my Big Brother! R.I.P lots of good times.
Tom & Kay Reetz
January 25, 2014
Betty,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! We were saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie. Please know that we care!
Tom and Kay Reetz
Chris and John (Missling) Walter
January 25, 2014
My deepest sympathy to you Bette and your family. My husband John knew Jiggs also.Bette he is in a better place and not in any pain any more. I really miss seeing you! Our walks home from school and all. You take care and God Bless! Love,
Chuck Babbitts
January 25, 2014
R.I.P. Old friend. I will always remember the good times at the Butter Fly. Chuck Babbitts
January 25, 2014
R.I.P. Old friend . I will always remember the fun times we had at the Butter Fly .
January 25, 2014
Charles
R I P Thank you for your service
in the army and Viet Nam,
Ben & Judie Hilliker
January 25, 2014
God Bless you Charlie, you were one of the good guys.
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