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1936
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2020
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Arnold Gibbs Obituary
Arnold served in the United States Army where he served as an assistant chaplain. When he came back from Germany, he started working at Hughes Jewelry. In 1973, he bought Greene's Jewelry store and renamed it Arnold's Jewelry Store. Arnold loved people and enjoyed being with the community and was acknowledged for his devotion to Cleveland County. He was a member of the North Carolina Jewelers Association, where he served as past president. He was also a member of the Independent Jewelers Organization.
In addition to his parents, Arnold is preceded in death by three brothers, Tom Gibbs, Robert Gibbs, and Kenneth Gibbs; and a sister, Madge Gibbs Ramsaur.
Arnold is survived by his wife of 53 years, Freda Lynch Gibbs; a daughter, Tia Dabboussi of Shelby; four grandchildren, Maryam Dabboussi, Abdel Rahman Dabboussi, Fatima Zahra Dabboussi, and Adam Dabboussi; four sisters-in-law, Suzanne Gibbs of Shelby, Tina McNeilly of Kings Mountain, Joyce Gibbs of Shelby, Audrey Ashe and husband Gary of Shelby; brothers-in-law, Woody Lynch of Shelby, Lem Lynch of Shelby, Hyman Lynch of Shelby; and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held with Military Honors at Polkville Baptist Church on Friday, July 10, 2020 at 2:00pm. Mr. Gibbs will lie in state from 2:00PM until 5:00PM on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory for anyone who would like to sign the register book or view. The family will not be present.
Memorials can be made to: Polkville Baptist Church 4214 Polkville Road, Polkville NC 28150 or Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby NC 28150.
Cecil M Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.
Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Ken and Marie Hallman
January 2, 2021
Dear Freda, We just learned of Arnold's passing. Our hearts break for you, We wish we would have known sooner, we would have tried to be there for the service. We love Arnold and you even though we have lost contact. God bless you, hope we will see each other again some day! Ken and Marie Hallman, Marietta, Ga
Robyn Hodge Pittillo
November 20, 2020
So saddened for your loss. Arnold was a very sweet and kind gentleman. I've know Arnold's Jewelry most of my life. Arnold allowed me to shop since I was 15 yrs old. My mother Viola Burns always shopped with Arnold. He will be deeply missed.
Catherine Cochran
September 6, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Catherine Cochran
Greeneville, TN (formerly of Shelby)
Peggy and David Porter/Ellis
July 16, 2020
To Frida and family, Arnold was a
dear friend, that always greeted you with a warm smile. A person that was trustworthy and a honor to do business with. Peggy and I will miss him and have enjoyed doing business with him over the years. Our thoughts and prayers will be with Frida and the family and their memories of love, joy and happiness that Arnold has left with them. RIP Arnold.
Betsy Taylor Knauf
July 14, 2020
Freda and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Arnold. He was a good man and an important fixture in Downtown Shelby. You all have been wonderful to our family. He will be missed and you are in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Betsy Taylor Knauf
Jerry Hopper
July 13, 2020
To the Gibbs Family it is with Great Sadness that this note is written.... I have know Mr. Arnold almost all my life, I first met him at Hughes Jewelers as a small young man with my father and the relationship Continued. With every important event in my life he and the Lovely Freda were there to help make sure we where okay.. Mr. Arnold made you feel that you were more than a Customer ... You Were Family...He will be missed dearly,... Our Family will continuously have you in our thoughts and Prayers.... Knowing that the Almighty will Cover and Comfort you in this time of Sorrow, and Surround you with His Love.. May Peace and Grace of The Lord Be With You All .......Jerry L. Hopper for Leroy Hopper and Family
Mildred Posey
July 13, 2020
Freida and family, I am so sorry that you have lost Arnold. While I did not get to know him as well as I should have, he was a well loved man and was a well thought of business man in Shelby. Please accept my love and thoughts and know that I realize just how very much you all will miss him. Will be thinking of you.
Mildred
July 12, 2020
My love, thoughts and prayers are with you Freda in the loss of Arnold. You have my deepest sympathy during this time of such deep sorrow. May God bless you and give you comfort and peace now and always.
With Love,
Diane Gibson-Patterson
Lexington, Kentucky
Sharon martin
July 10, 2020
CONDOLENCES and Love to The Gibbs Family. Arnold's Jewelry gave me Credit 35 years ago! I WILL NEVER FORGET ARNOLD AND Freida
Conrad Firment
July 10, 2020
We so loved this man. God rest his soul. Lynda and Conrad
Michelle Reid
July 10, 2020
Dear Freda, Tia and family -
Our hearts are filled with much love for you during this time of loss. We will miss Arnold, his wonderful sense of humor, kind heart and patience. I have many fond memories! A true gentleman who will be greatly missed!
Much love,
Michelle, Derek and family.
Minnie Roberts
July 10, 2020
Sending Condolences to the Family.. Mr. Arnold Thanks for Job well Done..A Diamond indeed..RIP
Drew Konitzer
July 9, 2020
Freda
My memory or Arnold is trick or treating at his
house for Halloween and I will always remember his memories
Sincerely
Andrew h Konitzer
Larry and Becky Holman Holman
July 9, 2020
FREIDA AND FAMILY,WE have been friends for such a long time, your loss hit us very close to home. Please accept our deepest regrets for the loss of your "dear husband." A great individual who will greatly be missed. May God bless all. Sincerely, Larry,Becky, Holman and family.
Rachel & Jerry Magaha
July 9, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May you share all your wonderful family memories and good times with each other. Bless each of you and know that you are loved. Prayers
Doug Turner
July 9, 2020
Arnold was such a special person. I had the pleasure of being with he and Freda socially as well as wholesale and retail jewelry business. It was like a clinic to watch him in the store. A legend in the industry and will be missed by all. Your friend, Doug Turner
Sheena Anthony
July 9, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shannon Mayhew
July 9, 2020
Im so sorry for your loss. Arnold sure was a special person. My mom and dad ( Alton and Diane Martin) thought so much of him. Prayers for your family
Shannon Martin Mayhew
Paula and Rick Dedmon
July 9, 2020
Freda,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Arnold was a fine man. Our sincerest condolences to you and your family during this sad time.
Macky McCoy
July 9, 2020
Goodbye Arnold. I have faith to be together again. Freda, Tia and family, I am sorry for your loss. May peace be upon you!
Goldie Setzer
July 9, 2020
Always has a smile when you saw him. He will be missed
Roger Owens
July 9, 2020
Sorry to hear Arnold's passing.The peace of God will keep your hearts and mind through Christ our lord.
Brenda Meacham Sweezy
July 9, 2020
Freda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Arnold was such a kind person. He was friendly to all and really cared about people.
Bea Sowers
July 9, 2020
Condolences to the family, your in our hearts and prayers
Katherine Panther-Potemkin
July 9, 2020
Arnold was a kind person. He was friendly to all and really cared about the people in our community. I loved conversing with him when I went into Arnold's Jewelry. He will be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Dana W. Hicks
July 9, 2020
Such sad news. Arnold will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Freda and all the family. May God comfort you all.
Barbra Brewer-Peeler
July 9, 2020
Freda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. You know I loved Arnold and love you. Enjoyed the years we worked on advertising while I was with The Cleveland Times and Shelby Star. Remembering you guys purchasing land on Withrow Drive in Polkville, from my dad, for your first home together. I was younger than you and you guys had a sports car that I loved. My prayers will be with you, as your soul mate has gone home to heaven.
Sending love
Barbra Brewer-Peeler
Penny Parton McDade
July 9, 2020
will Always remember you fondly!! From many years of coming in your store with my mother as a child n as I grew up. Finally then getting to work for you! I have great memories of of both n will cherish them. I appreciate all you did for me n never even knew it! Thank You!! Rest In Peace! God Bless n Prayer to all your family n friends. You will be missed by many!!
Judy Lynch doubleday
July 8, 2020
Freda Im so sorry to hear about Arnold Tina was kind enough to keep your Chicago family abreast of things please except my condolences may God bless you and your family
Carolyn Lennon
July 8, 2020
Freda, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Tia and the entire family. You know how much I love you and Arnold! God bless you and I wonder how many diamonds he has already sold in Heaven.
Debbie Smiley
July 8, 2020
Arnold will be missed, prayers for you Freda and the family. My kids grew up shopping with us at Arnolds on Holidays, lots of wonderful memories.
Shelia Canipe
July 8, 2020
Prayers for you Freda and Tia and your family. I really respected Arnold and enjoyed working under him.
Gwen Harden
July 8, 2020
Gwen Harden acquaintance
Ann White Mitchell
July 8, 2020
You will be missed! My deepest sympathy to Freda and family.
Betty Jean DOBBINS
July 8, 2020
He was always nice to all of us, so sorry for your losd
Larry Greene
July 8, 2020
Cousin I remember all of our good times growing up. I remember staying over at your mom and dads and all the things we use to do. Especially remember all the good Rook playing days at Pops. Sure will miss talking over the good ole days.
Martha Byrd
July 8, 2020
So sad. Arnold will be missed
Beverly Harry
July 8, 2020
Dear Freda, Robert and I are so sorry for your loss- for all of our loss. Arnold was truly a Southern gentleman and his footprint will not be forgotten
Sylvia HUtchins
July 7, 2020
So sorry to hear about Arnold I remember when I introduced you two and how nice he was. YOu really got a nice guy when you him. You are in my prayers and your family also.
Mike & Abby Hamrick
July 7, 2020
We are Sorry to hear of Arnolds passing
Our Prayers are for the Family
Vaughn Mease Jr
July 7, 2020
Always a pleasure to talk with Arnold during many visits over the years to the jewelry store. The world needs more like him. Prayers for the family.
Rebecca Reger
July 7, 2020
Frieda you and your family are in my prayers. I have such fun memories of you and Arnold. Any time I had a question, you always helped me out! Thank you so much for always supporting our efforts in theatre. I will miss Arnold.
DEBORAH HORNE
July 7, 2020
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.
Peggy Hunt Dayberry
July 7, 2020
So sorry for your loss, Arnold was always so nice during all visits at Jewelry store. Thoughts and prayers to Freida and family.
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