Mr. Gibbs was born May 18, 1916 in Whittier, NC, a son of the late Ulrich and Lula Mattney Gibbs. Jim was a loving husband, father and friend to many. He enjoyed watercolor painting and completed many treasured pictures for his family to enjoy. He retired from Moore and Stewart Company, formerly of Gastonia, NC.
He was a member of St. Matthew United Methodist Church and taught a men's Sunday school class there for several years. He also enjoyed singing in the choir.
He is survived by his daughter, Carole McSwain of Summerville, SC; his son, J. Stephen Gibbs of Manassas, VA; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his loving wife Irene Campbell Gibbs and his brother Eugene Gibbs.
A memorial service will be held Monday, April 30, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel at Mackey Funerals and Cremations at Century Drive with Rev. Cameron Treece officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels, 15 Oregon St, Greenville, SC 29605.
A message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.Mackeymortuarv.com.