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He was the beloved husband of Claire P. (Holliday) Gibson.
Dr. Gibson was born in Providence, R.I., on Nov. 14, 1926, the was the son of the late J. Merrill Gibson MD and Leila (Knipe) Gibson.
Dr. Gibson was graduate of Classical High School in 1944, from Brown University in 1948 and the Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia in 1952.
He served his internship and surgical residency at Rhode Island Hospital.
Dr. Gibson started his practice of surgery in Westerly in 1962 and retired after 27 years in 1989. He was former chief of surgery and chief of staff at the Westerly Hospital. He served as a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He also served on the Providence Surgical Society and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Gibson was a World War II Army veteran and held the rank of sergeant.
An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed swimming, hunting, fishing, ice Hockey, sailing, skiing and wood cutting. He also enjoyed fox hunting and was an avid bird hunter and bird dog trainer of German Wire Haired Pointers.
Dr. Gibson was an accomplished woodworker and enjoyed classical music.
He was a member of the Groton Sportsman's Club, Snake Meadow Sportsman's Club, Mystic Sportsman's Club, Running Spring Farm Sportman's Club in Everton, Mo., Wadawanuck Yacht Club, Seaside Beach Club, Winniapaug Golf Club.
Besides his wife he is survived by his three sons, Jesse Merrill Gibson III, of Pittsfield, N.H., James Monroe Gibson, of Flatrock, N.C., and Jonathan Anthony Gibson, of Pawcatuck. He also leaves his brother, Theodore K. Gibson MD, of Barrington, R.I., and sister-in-law, Judy Gibson; six grandchildren, Bethany, Kevin, Taylor, Sheppard, Katie and Hannah; and one great-grandchild.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Nancy (Hamlen) Gibson.
The funeral service and burial will be private. Calling hours are respectfully omitted.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home, 121 Main St., Westerly.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Westerly Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Fund 25 Wells St. Westerly, RI 02891.
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Bradford Gibson
July 18, 2006
To my Cousins, So sad to hear the news the other day. My prayers to you all. I have many fond memories of the cabin in NH, skiiing, and family holiday get togethers as a young boy. "4 J's and the B's" we were all called. Jess, Jamie, Johnathan, Jeff, Brad and Betsy. Uncle Merrill was always filled with life and adventure. The last time we met we were both having trouble with our hearing aids but finding humor in it. I'll miss you uncle Merrill. Family please email me. [email protected]
Kathleen McCabe
July 18, 2006
Jonathon, Nancy, and all the Gibson Family: My sincere condolences on your precious loss. May you find peace in fond memories. Sincerely, Kathy McCabe
MICHELE HANSEN
July 18, 2006
I never new Dr. Gibson but he must have been a good man to have raised Johnathon to be such a wonderful man. My condolances and prayers to all of the family.
Michele Hansen
July 18, 2006
Jonathan and Family, Just wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you through this tragic time. If you need anything please let us know. Jane and the Staff at Phoenix
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