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Debbie was born Dec. 4, 1953, in Shelby, a daughter of Marjorie Sisk Lemons of Shelby, and the late Floyd Huland Lemons. She graduated from Crest High School in 1972, earned degrees from Southern Wesleyan and Greenville Tech, and spent her career as an NICU nurse with St. Francis and Greenville Memorial Hospitals.
She married Stephen Gibson on Sep. 3, 1972, in Shelby. Surviving in addition to her husband are two children, Rebecca Diane Gibson McNair (Ian) of Portland, Ore., and Randy Mark Gibson of Mauldin; two precious grandchildren, Olivia Anne and Logan Huland; one sister, Terrie Jill Gibson (David) of Shelby; and her beloved beagles, Blue and Sarah.
Predeceased was one of her beagles, Chole. She also leaves behind her best friend, Karen Covington; her mother-in-law, Barbara Gibson, and sister-in-law, Joan Gibson, both of Shelby; numerous aunts and uncles, and cousins.
Memorial Service: 2 p.m. Thursday at Palmetto Mortuary Chapel, 1313 A Miller Road, Greenville, S.C.
Graveside Service: 11 a.m. Friday at Cleveland Memorial Park, Boiling Springs
Funeral Home: Cremation Society of South Carolina is serving the Gibson family
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MS Society at www.nationalmssociety.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Debbie Gibson
Roxanne Wilson
April 25, 2023
I loved Debbie and her family,
We worked together at Saint
Francis. We worked very hard to develop the Work Well program Teresa W . Susan M, Susan D,
Cindy K, and myself, Roxanne R W. She was warm and kindhearted and a Wonderful Nurse and Case Manager
Aleeta Walker Dahbour
May 6, 2013
Debbie was such a dear friend all thru our 'growing up' years at Dover & Ora Mills, church, elementary and Crest High. So many, many happy memories. I am devastated by her loss, did not even know of her illness, and wish so much we had not lost touch all these years. She was truly an angel on earth. God's healing light come to you all - Steve, Terri, Margie, and children/grandchildren. My heart will cherish her dear memory always.
Phil Thompson
May 3, 2013
I knew and worked many years in the NICU with Debbie. She was a wonderful nurse and person; always kind and gracious. I did not know of her illness, and was shocked to read of her passing. To her family, friends, and colleagues my deepest sympathy.
David Ledbetter
May 3, 2013
I knew Debbie at Crest High School. We had classes together. She was a ray of sunshine to all of those around her.
Jimmy Sisk
May 3, 2013
Prayers for all the family! Glad that Debbie is no longer sick and is at peace in the presence of her Savior!
Karen Cowtner
May 2, 2013
Steve & family
I will be keeping you and your extended family in my prayers. I was saddened by the news but I know that God has another Angel.....
Karen Whitener Costner (Dover Mill gang)
lee morrow
May 2, 2013
our hearts goes out to the family.though she is no longer here on earth she lives on through the people that she has touched in thier hearts.may god bless you
Diana Michelle Padgett (Sisk)
May 1, 2013
Rest in Peace Debbie I am sad you are no longer with us her on earth and Thankful you are an Angel in heaven now and your suffering has ended. We will miss,always love you and remember your sweet spirit always.
May 1, 2013
Steve, Rebecca, and Randy,
When I think of Debbie I can only smile thinking of how spunky and fun loving she was. She was one of my first coworkers after moving to the area. It was a joy getting to know you all. I pray for God to place his loving arms around you during this difficult time. Love,Roxanne,Dann, Amber and Dee Wilson.
Hannah Dunn
May 1, 2013
Thinking of the family during this difficult time. Love and prayers to all. I'm the daughter of Sue Lemonds...
Betty Smith
May 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cindy Caruso
May 1, 2013
I graduated with Debbie from Greenville Tech Nursing in 1977. She was sweet, gentle, and an excellent nurse. She immediately show interest in taking care of babies. She will be missed. My heart and prayers go out to her family.
Patty Neal Dorian
May 1, 2013
I knew Debbie in high school. What a sweet, caring person she was. I am so sorry for your loss.
May 1, 2013
Janet, I am so sorry for the loss of your niece. Wonderful memories sustain us through this time of grief. Dale Cabaniss
May 1, 2013
Terrie, I am so sorry. You and your family will be in my prayers. God will give you strength to see this through. You will cherish your memories forever.
Sherry Stowe
May 1, 2013
Many prayers for the family.
Linda Morrison
May 1, 2013
Dear Terrie and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. You all will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Durham
May 1, 2013
Steve, Randy, and Rebecca,
We have had you in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to pray for you during these most difficult days. We are so very sorry for your loss.
stella lulham
April 30, 2013
my sympathies to family, had the pleasure of graduating Nursing school with Debbie
Lorrie Thompson
April 30, 2013
Steve, Randy, Olivia,
Our Family sends heartfelt sympathy to each of you for your loss.
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