Allan Blaine Gibbs, age 85, of Gorman, passed away on Sunday January 5, 2020, at his home in Gorman. Allan was born on November 23, 1934 in Olney Texas to Henry Coleman Gibbs and Ethel Belle (Trammell) Gibbs.
He graduated college with a Master's Degree and went on to be a teacher and a coach for 42 years.
Allan married Linda Lou Needham in Newcastle Texas on July 22, 1955. They were married for 64 years before she passed away July 21, 2018. Alan and Linda had five children together.
He was a member of the First Baptist Church and served as a deacon for 45 years. Allan loved spending time with family and going to watch football games at the Gorman ISD.
Allan is survived by three sons: Bruce Gibbs and his wife Kim of Tolar; Blaine Gibbs and his wife Tammy of Kyle; and David Gibbs and his wife Sheila of Gorman. Two daughters: Bethany Skiles and husband Greg of Hobbs, New Mecixo; and Jodi Middleton and husband Jackie of Comanche. Two brothers: Floyd Gibbs of Newcastle; and Jerry Gibbs of Burleson. One sister, Lou Farmer of Newcastle. Also, nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife Linda Gibbs and one brother Johnny Gibbs.
Service Details.
Visitation
When:
Tuesday, January 7th, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Service
When:
Wednesday, January 8th, 2020 2:00pm
Location:
First Baptist Church ~ Gorman
Address:
218 W Ross GORMAN, TX 76454
Interment
Location:
Oaklawn Cemetery
Address:
Ector Street GORMAN, TX 76454