Theodore M Gibbs

1932 - 2011

Theodore M Gibbs obituary, 1932-2011, Albion, MI

BORN

1932

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home

208 W Erie St

Albion, Michigan

Theodore Gibbs Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 4, 2011.

Theodore M. "Ted" Gibbs, 78, of Albion passed away Tuesday August 2, 2011 at his residence. He was born October 8, 1932 in Concord, Michigan to Patrick and Edna (Greenman) Gibbs. On October 17, 1953 he was married to Suzette B. "Suzie" Marsh in and Albion and she preceded him in death June 7, 2003.

He has been a resident of the area all of his life, He was employed as an Insurance Salesman for United Insurance, Prudential Insurance and had worked at Murray-Tymkew retiring from work in 1994. He enjoyed Golfing and Bowling.

He is survived by 4 Daughters Debra (Butch) Piepkow of Springport; Denise (Edward) Larry, Terri (Dan) Miller, and Teddi (Ray) Ebbinhaus all of Albion; 1 Son Timothy Gibbs of Jackson. 12 Grandchildren, Erin, Edward, Amanda, Nic, Danielle, Claudia, Jennifer, Tim, Christina, Alexandria, Conner, and Nathan; 8 Great Grandchildren Bruce, Matthew, Ja'Nyece, Ty'Rell, Sirell, Natalie, Jordan, and Thomas. 1 Brother Richard "Dick" Gibbs of Albion. Besides his Parents and his wife Suzie, he was preceded in death by a son Lee Gibbs.

According to his wishes, Cremation has taken place and a Private Graveside Service will be held at Riverside Cemetery-Albion.

Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: Albion Fireworks or Donors Choice is available at the funeral home.

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August 8, 2011

teresa newsome-wheaton

Denise your in my thoughts and prayers. Although I never met your dad,he raised a wonderful daughter my friend.

August 7, 2011

Vicky (Shaffer) Lindsay

I have very fond memories of the whole Gibbs family and am very sad to hear of Ted's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gibbs family.

August 5, 2011

Terry Fitzwater

I am sorry to hear of the passing of my old buddy Ted Gibbs. During my four years in Albion, Ted was a good friend, and we had many great conversations of the stools in Cascarellis. My condolences to his family.

August 5, 2011

Terry Fitzwater

While I was in Albion, Ted was a dear friend and great buddy to hang with Cascarelli's. He and his wife Susie enriched my life. I am sorry to hear of his passing, and my condolences to Susie and the family.

August 5, 2011

Bill White

I am sorry to learn of Ted's passing. I saw and talked with him not long ago at Prime Cuts on Horton Road. He was very engaging, always smiling and always seemed genuinely interested in what was going on in your life and business.

August 5, 2011

Pam Nesselroad-Christianson

Ted always sent me funny E-mail's and cards, we had many a fun conversation when I visited Albion at Cascarelli's. He was my buddy and I will miss him. God Speed Ted from your friend, Pam Nesselroad-Christianson

August 5, 2011

Michelle Osborne

Warm fond thoughts of Teddy Gibbs. He sold me my first insurance policy and remember him always smiling. Prayers and thoughts to his family.

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