Bob was an Army Veteran. He was retired from Whirlpool after 52 years of service.
He was an avid bowler and enjoyed participating in multiple leagues at Franklin Lanes. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and was handy with a hammer around the house.
Bob was preceded in death by siblings, Orvil, Lillian, and Mavorene.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Leah Rachel (Phillips) Gibson; son, Bobby Gibson; daughter, Beverly Shemwell; son, David Gibson (Nancy); grandchildren, Donny Shemwell, Angie Sumner, Sara and Matt Gibson, Jamie Rose and Deidre Gibson; five great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Tuesday, December 2, 2014, at Alexander East Chapel, with burial in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ascera Care Hospice, 3775 Haley Drive, Newburgh, IN 47630.
Alexander Memorial Park Burial Location: Section #4, Lot #201, Space 2
