James (Jim) Marshall Gibson


Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
James (Jim) Marshall Gibson
June 15th, 1943 - February 25th, 2021

Place of Death

Wingham & District Hospital

Obituary

James (Jim) Gibson, of Lucknow, beloved husband of the late Eleanor (Clark) passed away at the Wingham & District Hospital on Thursday February 25, 2021 at the age of 77. He was born on June 15, 1943 to the late Grace (Young) and Marshall Gibson. Greatly missed by children; David (Sheila) Gibson of RR#1 Ripley, Peggy (Kevin) Clark of RR#3 Lucknow, Christine (Paul) McIntyre of RR#5 Lucknow, Scott (Kim) Gibson of RR#1 Ripley and Darryl (Lisa) Gibson of RR#3 Lucknow. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, sisters Shirley (Don) Smith of London and Beatrice Madge of Lucknow, brother Donald (Dianne) Gibson of Goderich and sisters-in-law Kathy Gibson of Whitechurch and Nancy Gibson of Lucknow. Predeceased by sister Phylis Rivett and brothers Bill and Allan Gibson. Due to present restrictions a private funeral service will be held from the MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow with spring interment at Greenhill Cemetery.

Due to technical difficulties the eulogy given by Jim's grandaughters was not recorded. Their tribute to Grandpa Jim is below:

Grandpa Jim

When we think back on our time with Grandpa Jim a few words come to mind Strong, Dedicated, Passionate, caring but the one word that comes to mind the most is LOVE. He shared his love in so many ways… He shared his love with the farming industry, his strong passion for agriculture and his drive to make hay is what he is known best for county wide. His love for his grandchildren was a love like no other. He talked with such praise and proudness any chance he could as he would tell stories about any of our latest accomplishments. He taught us to dream big and work hard for what you want. When asked if we where Jim’s granddaughters, it was always a sense of pride to be able to respond with Yes. Grandpa was always very eager to watch and learn about his great grandchildren. He would pat his lap for them to sit and he would reach in for a big hug and a high five. There was always a twinkle in his eyes as they would talk amongst themselves while eating their favourite doughnuts. Love took to a whole new level when it came to his admiration for Grandma Eleanor. Grandpa showed us all what it truly means to love someone, he showed us you do whatever it takes to make them happy and never give up. His countless sleepless nights to ensure she had the best care wherever she needed to be did not go unnoticed. His dedication to get dressed up to spend every supper with grandma was something to be proud about. I think we can all agree that a love like theirs is few and fair between. And lastly Grandpa Jim is known as a legacy that many looked up too and strive to be, this small community around us came to idolize him in so many ways and his stories will be told and retold for many more years to come. You will be forever missed down here by so many, but we are comforted that you will be at peace again with Grandma. Grandpa forever shine down your love on us all. We hope heaven is full of lushest green fields of Hay and you are once again making hay while the sun shines. James Marshal Gibson better known as Grandpa Gibson . . . . They Just don’t make them like that anymore. I wish Grandpas never Died.

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Message from martin and laurie cunningham2021-03-23 11:06:47

Jim, will be greatly missed i know martin and him had many conversations about farming and many laughs.  A very sad loss to our community. 

Message from Bill and Donna Moffat2021-03-04 08:07:14

Dave, Peggy, Scott, Christine and Darryl: 

To each of you as you remember your Dad and the life journey you shared with him, please accept our heartfelt sympathy.  Treasure the memories.

Message from Ken & Mary Phillips2021-03-03 10:15:10

Our condolences to the Gibson family on the loss of Jim.  He will be truely missed by all.  Can remember the neighbourhood get togethers were the men all stood around and talked farming and the women chatting in another area.  Good times.  RIP Jim.

Message from Bill and Suzanne Andrew2021-03-02 09:32:05

We are sending our sincere condolences to all of Jim's family. We have some wonderful memories of Jim, as I am sure that all of you do. RIP Jim.

Message from Denise Gilchrist2021-03-01 19:43:37

My thoughts are with Jims enitre family. Jim would have been proud of the tractor procession and know that he raised many great farmers!

Message from Annette and Red Drennan2021-03-01 17:42:38

Our sympathy to the entire family we are thinking of you all cherish your many wonderful memories of him

Message from Charlene Poirier2021-03-01 13:20:36

So Sorry to hear of Jim passing!!! I worked with and for Jim on many occassion when I worked as a machanic he was a very hard worker and great to talk to you will be missed. Sorry for your Loss!!!   Stay Strong

Message from Walter and Lorraine Arnold2021-03-01 12:24:47

Our sincere sympathy to all the Gibson family in the loss of your dear father & grandfather. Remember all the happy times  you spent with him.

Message from J.A Porter Holdings Ltd2021-03-01 12:07:49

We are sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We are thinking of you all at this time.

 

Glenn, Duane, Steven & Jeff Porter & Staff

 

 

Message from Rob and Elizabeth McGregor (Gibson)2021-03-01 11:59:22

Our sincere sympathy to you during this difficult time. 

Message from Brian and Helen Van Osch2021-03-01 10:38:05

To the Gibson Family,

 Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Message from Paul Thede2021-03-01 08:21:44

Do not know all the Gibson family but I as a co-worker and long time friend of Scott please pass on to the Gibson family I`m very sorry for the loss of your dad. Wish you all well in the days to come.    Paul & Angie Thede 

Message from Marie Ellis Meades2021-03-01 08:08:17

My sincerest condolences on the passing of your father.    I have very fond memories of him.  Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.

Message from Steve and Lynne Mann2021-02-28 19:40:15

Thinking of you all and sending our sympathy to the entire Gibson family.   

Sincerely,

Steve and Lynne 

Message from Donna & Rob Middelkamp (Johnston ) 2021-02-28 19:14:07

Our Deepest Sympathy To Jim's Family on his passing . We want you all to know we will keep you all in our thoughts . Sending hugs to the hole family . RIP JIM !!!! 

Message from Russell and Danielle Sutton 2021-02-28 19:03:06

Our sincere condolences.   Thinking of you all and sending love. 

Russell, Danielle and Family 

Message from Judy Bartley (short)2021-02-28 18:53:24

Reba, Peggy, Kevin and family, sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all. 
Judy Bartley

Message from Glenn Allan & Janice Pullin2021-02-28 17:45:23

Gibson family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. May your memories provide you comfort over the days, weeks and years to come.

our deepest condolences.

Glenn and Janice

Message from Ross&Elaine Errington2021-02-28 14:17:57

Our deepest sympathy to the faimily from a former teacher Ross&Elaine

Message from Brian & Annette MacKenzie2021-02-28 13:26:09

We were very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Sending our sincerest sympathies to all. May fond memories comfort you in the days ahead.

Brian, Annette, Branson, Lane, Coye, and Drayton

Message from Heather McMillan2021-02-28 10:11:31

Sending the entire Gibson Family our most heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Dad, Grampa and Great Grampa. Jim will be missed deeply in his community, as he had such a large presence in the wonderful agricultural area of Lucknow. 

Hugs to you all ❤️

Bill & Heather McMillan

Message from Shelley Nobbs2021-02-28 10:09:13

Our deepest sympathies to Dave Sheila Holly Emily and Abbey and your families for your loss of Jim.  Your father, grandfather and great grandfather.  
Condolences as well to Peggy Scott Christine Darryl and your families.
Beatrice, thinking of you in the loss of your brother.

He will be sadly missed.  Thinking of everyone at this difficult time.

Shelley, Paige, Samantha, Spiros and Quinn                             

Message from Brian, Kathy Rivett and family2021-02-28 09:36:35

Our sympathy.  Jim was one hell of a man.  We will miss him.

Message from Ray&Deb Smith2021-02-28 09:07:43

Our condolences to the Gibson family Jim's passing will leave a large hole in your lives just recall the all the fond memories

Message from Betty Stanley 2021-02-27 20:52:38

Deepest sympathies to all the Gibson families on Jim's passing lots of memories of Jim from years gone past

Message from Annette and Red Drennan2021-02-27 20:24:08

Our sympathy to the entire family we are thinking of you all cherish your many wonderful memories of him

Message from Wayne & Laurie Bell2021-02-27 19:42:25

David, Peggy, Scott, Christine, Darryl & families: our deepest sympathy and hugs to you and your family. Uncle Jim was a lovely man with a sweet smile & we loved his laugh. May your memories of your dad/grandpa help you at this difficult time. 

Message from DAVID A MACDOUGALL2021-02-27 19:10:55

My sincere condolences to all the Gibson families on the passing of Jim.  

Sincerely,

Dave, Morgan, Claire and Roddy

Message from William Dickie & Irene Parker2021-02-27 18:58:08

Our sincere condolences to all the family.

Message from Diane and Tony Wartnaby2021-02-27 15:50:44

It was a pleasure to have known Jim. Deepest sympathy to all the family.

Message from Gerry and Alice Guichelaar 2021-02-27 15:13:52

To all of Jim,s family we send our sincere condolences in the loss of a great neighbor !

Message from Ontario Limousin Association2021-02-27 14:13:01

Sending all of you our sincere condolences.  You are in our thoughts and this trying time..

Ontario Limousin Association

Message from Doug and Charlene McEwan2021-02-27 12:42:49

Our sincere condolences to all of the Gibson Families

Doug and Charlene McEwan

Message from Art & Barb Helm 2021-02-27 11:50:36

Our condolences to all the Gibson families , Jim was truly a great guy

Message from Joan and John pollard2021-02-27 11:44:06

To the Gibson family,,,our deepest sympathy on You dads passing,,,Jim was  just one of the best, hardest workers and devoted family man we ever knew,,,,so sad he and your  mom didn't get the long rewarding retirement and golden years  they sure deserved,,,but have the faith they are back together driving through the golden fields into the sunset watching over their family and land they loved worked so hard to build. 

Message from Joanne & Rod McDonagh2021-02-27 11:26:07

To the Gibson, Clark & MacIntyre families, please accept our sympathies on Jim's passing.  He was a hard working man of the land.  Enjoyed our early morning chance encounters at what was then Becker's Convenience.  Rest in peace, Jim.

Message from Doug and Julie Kuik2021-02-27 11:20:23

David, Peggy, Christine, Scott, Darryl and family... 

The memory of your dad will live on in the great legacy he left behind.  Uncle Jim was a Good, Kind-hearted, Hardworking Man, Husband, Father , Brother, Uncle and Friend to many.   He will be well remembered by his family, friends and community, as he most certainly left his mark.  Thinking of you all and wishing that we could be there in person to give you hugs .   Love Julie and Doug

Message from Rhonda2021-02-27 11:07:47

David and Sheila, Peggy and Kevin, Christine and Paul, Scott and Kim, Darryl and Lisa. I'm deeply sorry to hear about your dad. Thinking of you all. Lots of love Rhonda

Message from Craig, Sandra, Maiya, Graeme and Taryn Irwin2021-02-27 11:04:19

I have many great memories of Jim while hanging out at the Gibson ranch.  I would like to extend our sympathies to the Gibson family - he was a giant of a man who will be missed.

Craig

Message from Danielle Selby2021-02-27 09:16:43

Thinking of you all during this difficult loss and sending condolences.

Message from Susan and Jamie Murr2021-02-27 09:09:27

Sending sympathies and thinking of you all at this sad time. 🤍 

Message from Ian & Kathy Hackett2021-02-27 09:06:32

Our deepest sympathies to the Gibson family on your loss.  

Message from john thompson2021-02-27 08:39:36

OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCE TO THE GIBSON FAMILYJIM WAS A RESPECTED GENTLEMAN FOND MEMORIES DOING REPAIRS FOR HIM AND THE GREAT CHATS WE HAD

Message from Ben and Linda Beishuizen2021-02-27 05:39:16

To the Gibson families we send our sincerest condolences with the passing of Jim!!

Message from Patricia Weir2021-02-26 22:17:50

Jim was a well known farmer of Ashfield Township.  I worked with his lovely wife Eleanor.  Sincere condolences to his family.  Sorry for your loss.

Pat and Aubrey Weir

Message from Don&Lynn Brooks2021-02-26 19:23:09

Our sympathy to all the Gibson family on Jims passing he was a hardworking 'Lets getter done' farmer and business man.He helped me out many times.

Message from Marsha Norton2021-02-26 19:21:22

Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Jim and Eleanor took Mark in as one of their own 25 years ago. He was a great man, my condolences to you all. 

Message from Mark Becker2021-02-26 18:23:18

Please accept my sincere condolences to all of Jim's family.  When I think of Jim, I think of a hard working man, that was him.  My memories go back to when I worked with Grant who farmed with the Gibson's, always busy to get one field done, and onto the next, however a bit of time to have a drink and a visit, sometimes during, or just before heading off.  Playing a round of cards with Jim at the Gilchrist table.  Memories of the day Jim came to my shed to tell me that his brother Allan had just passed away, and sharing some stories.  I recall our visits when he came to the office to pay his taxes, and of course our last visit and chat that we had at Abbey's wedding.  To Jim's family hold onto the good memories and stories.  Take care.  Rest in piece Jim.  

Message from Jim and Christina Cranston 2021-02-26 17:48:08

We were very sorry to hear of Jim's passing, our condolences to the family

Message from Doug and Nancy Aitchison 2021-02-26 17:21:40

You have our sincere condolences 

Message from Jim and Annette Ritchie2021-02-26 15:55:57

David, Peggy, Christine, Darryl, Scott and Families as well as the extended Gibson Families

Our condolences to you all.  

Jim amd Annette Ritchie

Message from Phyllis Scott2021-02-26 14:11:01

David, Peggy, Christine, Scott and Darryl and families.

So sorry to hear of your father's passing . I have great memories of your dad and mom and we had great times with them . He was a great friend and will be missed by all who knew him . Treasure all the good memories . Thinking of you all at this time. Prayers and hugs .Phyllis Scott

 

Message from Dan Fritz2021-02-26 14:09:42

Sorry for your loss

 

Tim, Dan, Darian and Dustin Fritz

Message from Barb Congram2021-02-26 13:43:04

David, Peggy, Christine, Scott and Darryl 

So sorry to hear about Jim, he was a good man with a great sense of humor. I have fond memories of your mom & dad and all of you kids on the farm. Take care of yourselves,  he'll be greatly missed. He always told great stories.

Love Barb 

Message from Bob & June Gilchristbobjunegil@2021-02-26 13:32:17

To all of Jim's family we send our sincere condolences in the loss of a great friend and devoted farmer in our community who will be truly missed and remembered . May he rest in peace as he joins his beloved wife . Our thoughts are with each of you - Bob & June Gilchrist

Message from Peter & Lisa Van Dyke2021-02-26 13:18:10
Sorry for your loss.
Peter & Lisa Van Dyke
 
 
 
  
 
Message from Misti Humphrey 2021-02-26 12:26:17

It was a pleasure knowing Jim, he will be truely missed by many at work. Condolences to all the Gibson families!