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2020
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William Gibbons Obituary
Springfield, IL—William "Bill" Gibbons, Jr., 61, of Springfield, died at 1:58 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2020.
Bill was born February 21, 1959, in Springfield, the son of William Gilliam and Judith Lynn Harman Gibbons. He married Jo Ellyn Hoover on August 31, 2012, in Springfield.
Bill was employed at Bunn-O-Matic Corporation for more than 40 years. He had a heart of gold and was always willing to help anyone with anything they needed. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, fishing, watching NASCAR, and dirt-track racing.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Jo Ellyn Gibbons of Springfield; daughters, Zabrina (Eric) Coontz of Groveland and Shayna (Josh) Keeley of Springfield; four grandchildren, Mya and Hadley Coontz of Groveland and Kalen and Liam Keeley of Springfield; step-son, Nicholas (fiancée, Allie) Marzinzik of Peoria; siblings, Terri (Mike) Miller and Connie Gibbons, both of Orange City, FL; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins; and many friends.
Visitation: Family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Butler Funeral Home—Springfield, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. COVID-19 guidelines will be followed, requiring face coverings and limiting attendance to 50 guests at one time. With the current health concerns, non-physical expressions of condolences are suggested. Please consider refraining from hugs and handshakes, but know that your presence is greatly appreciated.
Cremation will be provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center following the visitation.
Private Graveside Ceremony will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park with Celebrant Judy Woerner officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Susie
July 1, 2020
I did not know your Loved One. I Was So Sorry to Hear of the Tragedy That Awful Day. My Prayers are with the Entire Family. Thoughts to you All. May you Find Peace in the coming days. And The Memories Heal your Hearts.
Robert and June Stanton
June 30, 2020
I worked for LUCILLE HARMAN taking care of her when her husband passed I am sure he will be sadly missed our thoughts and prayers r with all of the Family
Barbara Downs
June 30, 2020
Bill was a nice guy ,my sincere condolences to the family, from a old coworker sorry for your loss.
Reagan Smith
June 29, 2020
Bill taught me a lot about fishing and was always willing to let me fish by him and show me spots. I loved calling him and talking fishing and giving each other spots and reports. I fish for a living but was always learning something from Bill. He will be truly missed. I have one favorite color that I love and he called it the Reagan smith special and it always made me smile. Haha usually he said cork was using the Reagan smith special and catching them so I switched to it haha. I have a lot of fun memories fishing next to and sharing the water with Bill and I will miss him dearly. Rest easy brother.
Prayers go out to his entire family. I am so so sorry for your loss.
Reagan Smith
June 29, 2020
Bill taught me a lot about fishing and was always willing to let me fish by him and show me spots. I loved calling him and talking fishing and giving each other spots and reports. I fish for a living but was always learning something from Bill. He will be truly missed. I have one favorite color that I love and he called it the Reagan smith special and it always made me smile. Haha usually he said cork was using the Reagan smith special and catching them so I switched to it haha. I have a lot of fun memories fishing next to and sharing the water with Bill and I will miss him dearly. Rest easy brother.
Prayers go out to his entire family. I am so so sorry for your loss.
June 29, 2020
I don't know your family but this breaks my heart, and I want you to know I will pray for you all. I'm so sorry.
Donna Chambers
June 29, 2020
I was one of Bill's teachers when he was in elementary school and enjoyed him very much. May God give you comfort during your time of grief.
Dan Geist
June 29, 2020
Bill was a real nice guy. Clean racer. My sincere condolences to the family. From a former fellow racer.
Bambrough Family
June 29, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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