Carol Gibson

She was born on March 26, 1935, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Thomas and Dorothy Dorris. Carol lived a full and meaningful life, marked by her love for family, friendship, and the simple joys that brought her happiness.

As a teenager, Carol loved writing poetry, a reflection of her thoughtful and creative spirit. Throughout her life, she enjoyed playing bunko with her friends and was an avid University of Kentucky basketball fan. One of her greatest joys was her love for animals – especially the many dogs that she cherished over the years, each holding a special place in her heart.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, Charles L. Gibson; her parents, Thomas and Dorothy Dorris; her brother, Tommy Dorris; her grandson, Christopher Kinney; and her great-grandson, Kaiser Schlimmer.

Carol is survived by her three sons, Dewayne Gibson (Lisa), David Gibson (LaVonda), and Todd Gibson; seven grandchildren, Jeremy Gibson, Charlie Gibson, Meghon Gibson, Josh Gibson, Lauren Schlimmer, Jacob Gibson, and Shawn Kinney; ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

Carol will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.

A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Alexander Funeral Home East Chapel, 2115 Lincoln Ave., Evansville, IN 47714 with Tara Powell officiating. Friends and family may visit from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Vanderburgh Humane Society, honoring Carol’s lifelong love for animals.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Sandra, her roommate at Newburgh Health Care, for the loving friendship and care she gave to their mother, as well as to the staff at Newburgh Health Care and Heart to Heart Hospice for their compassion and dedication.

Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.