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Jack Hibbs Obituary

Jack Allen Hibbs

Sturgis, Ky.

Jack Allen Hibbs, 71, died Wednesday, November 2, 2016.

He was a retired Lieutenant Colonel of the U.S. Army. Surviving are wife of 49 years, Sandra; sons, Jeff (Abby) Hibbs, and Matthew (Wendy) Hibbs; granddaughters, Emily, Maggy, Lilly and Tenley; sisters, Holly (Greg) Billiter and Cindy Rowley.

Funeral 4 p.m. Saturday, November, 5, 2016, at Whitsell Funeral Home. Visitation noon until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions to Sturgis 1st Baptist Church or Gideons International.

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Published by The Gleaner on Nov. 4, 2016.

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Michael Schulte

November 4, 2017

Sandy and family: I just learned of Jack's death. My sympathies and condolences. I was thinking of Jack today then found the obituary. I'm back in Turkey teaching at Bakent University. I've shared the obit with Mike and Lib Kennedy now living in New Kent VA. I'm accessible via email at
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Again my sympathiesMichael Schulte

November 5, 2016

So saddened to hear of your loss, Sandy. My sincere sympathy to you and your family. Sandy and her parents in Kansas, Illinois were great friends of ours.

-Elaine Shoot, Charleston, Illinois

James Hedges

November 4, 2016

Jack and I were adversaries in sport beginning in Little League through high school, but I considered him a friend. I am saddened to learn of his passing. My most sincere condolences to his family.

November 3, 2016

Jack's life was one of accomplishments, successes and fulfilled hopes and dreams. How blessed to cherish his legacy he has left for all of you through your wonderful memories of him. His love and support can never be replaced, but hoping you find strength, in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. So sorry for your loss & prayers for your strength during this difficult and shocking time. Rhoda How

Khrista (McDowell) Herzing

November 3, 2016

Our family loved our Hibbs neighbors in Virginia. Mr. Hibbs was funny and always nice! I loved his whistle. Prayers and love to the family

Stacey( tinker's daughter) Messamore

November 3, 2016

You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace.

charlene brantley

November 3, 2016

my dear friends so sorry for ur loss!! loved him dearly

Barbara Hansen

November 3, 2016

Sandy,

Remembering you and your family today and in the future. Jack was a man worth knowing and will be remembered as a man of honor and integrity.

Barbara Shouse Hansen

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