OBITUARY
Pat Gibson
January 5, 1952 – September 12, 2013
Patrick E. “Pat” Gibson, MD, passed into eternal life on Thursday, September 12, 2013. His was a life marked by boundless joy, contagious laughter, genuine compassion, abiding faith, and a deep-rooted love for his patients, his friends and his family. The mere mention of his wife, Alicia, or his twins, Jourdan and Clay would spark a smile that lit up the room and prompt him to whip out his phone to share their most recent photos and stories. Pat, who was born on January 5, 1952 in Houston, was raised in Corsicana, Texas. He was the youngest of Dr. Louis E. and Betty Lou Gibson’s four children. Medicine was in his blood. Pat got his first taste of the profession racing along East Texas highways in a low-slung sedan with his father, a respected general surgeon, at the wheel en route to medical emergencies. As a high school science fair project, Pat built a rudimentary pacemaker that kept a rabbit alive for an extended period of time, earning him top statewide honors in the International Engineering and Science Fair. Early on, Pat recognized that science and faith were not mutually exclusive, assisting his father with surgeries in the jungles of Ecuador as part of medical missions. Honoring the intersection of science and faith, Pat chose to attend Baylor University upon graduation from Corsicana High in 1970. At Baylor, he became a lifelong Bear fan and later, met Alicia, the love of his life, on her first day on campus in 1974. In 1980, Pat earned his M.D. from Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. Upon completing his surgical residency and a vascular fellowship in 1986, he moved to San Angelo and joined the staff of San Angelo Community Medical Center (SACMC) where he served as both director of Trauma and Chairman of the SACMC Board of Directors from 1995-2003. He continued to serve as a SACMC director until his passing. He was also the medical director for the local mammography program administered by the San Angelo campus of the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health. Described by colleagues as a physician with “hands for surgery and an exceptional heart for people,” Pat was known by medical professionals and patients alike for his compassion, his empathy and his ability to connect with people from every walk of life. His quick wit and ready grin instantaneously turned strangers into friends. One of his signature moves was gifting people with nicknames that they proudly wore as badges of friendship. While medicine was definitely a priority, it was not his sole focus in the community. He was dedicated to making life better for those around him through art, education and increased business opportunities. Pat and Alicia strongly supported local art institutions, including the San Angelo Symphony, Angelo Civic Theatre and standalone cultural projects such as the Feast of Santa Angela. From first-hand experience, Pat knew that creativity has the power to change individual lives and communities. This passion for the arts can be traced, in part, to his paternal grandmother, Jewel Gibson, a noted Texas playwright. As a youngster, Gibson, along with his siblings and cousins, would perform original plays written for their family’s entertainment. Later in life, the austerity of his white coat belied his status as the lead guitarist and singer for The Others, a classic rock n’ roll band that he and his friends formed in high school. The group, which won the State Fair of Texas Battle of the Bands in the early 1970s, continued to perform together periodically. The Gibsons also joined forces for the community’s greater good through the United Way and the San Angelo Schools Foundation. Pat also served as a director at Texas State Bank since 1993, director of the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce, and as a member of then-U.S. Senator Phil Gramm’s Rural Health Care Task Force. While Pat embraced life at full speed, he recharged his batteries in the great outdoors, pursuing his twin passions of hunting and fishing. In the wilds, he soaked up the majesty of nature and forged deep relationships with his fellow-outdoorsmen that spanned decades. Pat is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Alicia; his daughter, Jourdan; his son, Clay, daughter-in-law, Elizabeth, and granddaughter Mary Carlisle; as well brother Dr. Mike Gibson and spouse Debbie of Dallas; sisters Nancy Hodges and spouse Larry of Bolivar, Mo., and Gail Clowe and spouse Don of San Antonio. Pat has six nieces and nephews, Cameron and Shannon Hodges, Duncan and Beth Clowe, and Lauren Bilboa and Ross Gibson. A public celebration of Pat’s life will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at the front entrance of the West Texas Medical Associates building located on Executive Drive. The Gibson family wishes to thank their extended family at West Texas Medical Associates and San Angelo Community Medical Center, and the entire community of San Angelo for their heartfelt support and outpouring of prayers. Memorial donations may be sent to the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health or the San Angelo arts or education organization of your choice.
Services
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Memorial Service
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Memories
Pat Gibson
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ADD A MEMORYArtie Vanderpool
September 20, 2013
I knew Dr. Gibson, and wife Alicia, through his philanthropic endeavors to help Angelo Civic Theatre. Their unwavering stewardship of San Angelo, and fostering of the arts, helped many young San Angeloans, like myself, prosper into the adults we are today. I will remember Dr. Pat Gibson as a kind, warm hearted and generous man, with a bright smile and applauded talent and humor. My sincere condolences for your tragic loss, and my strong and constant prayer that you will be loved, guided, and comforted during this time of sorrow.
Ailsa Anderson
September 20, 2013
9/20/2013
Dear Gibson Family,
To lose two dear members of your family in such a short time must be so very difficult!
I was so very sorry to read a few moments ago of Pat's passing.
I did not know the man; but, I do remember the boy. How blessed we were to have grown up in Corsicana surrounded by wonderful family and friends.
"[May]the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, ... guard [each of] your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." — Phillipians 4:7
Guy & Ailsa (Flynn) Anderson
Bob Keeling
September 19, 2013
To All of Dr. Pat's Family, please accept my most sincere condolences on your loss. Dr. Pat performed day surgery on me last April and was concerned and caring every time I saw him. He also has did a procedure on another member of my family fairly recently. His death is a great loss of a friend and talented surgeon.
Kay Johnston
September 18, 2013
What a wonderful and pleasant man to work with! His positive attitude,genuine unselfish compassion, wisdom, humor, uplifting charisma,and phenomenal leadership capabilities are some of the traits that many of us physicians may only be able to "hope" to emulate! We have been truly blessed to have been able to observe such fine traits from such a beloved man! We will cherish those memories for many years to come. May you feel God's almighty peace and presence in the days, weeks, months and years ahead.
Alexandra
September 18, 2013
I didn't know Pat very well but I was lucky enough to meet him once and he struck me as a warm, gregarious man. My heart goes out to his son Clay (my co-worker) and the rest of the Gibson family. My deepest condolences.
Family of Cathy Lowry
September 18, 2013
To Dr. Gibson's family and friends,
Our hearts are heavy, prayers are with you during this time and the days ahead. Our family was blessed to have Dr. Gibson as our mother's surgeon. He walked us through a scary time, assuring us that he will take the best care of her. He showed the utmost compassion and care for her. For that, we are forever grateful.
Mary Brown-Solomon
September 17, 2013
He left us too soon, but he certainly left us with many memories. What a wonderful man, always smiling and cheerful and greeting anyone he passed in the halls of the hospital. Such a gifted surgeon who loved medicine but more importantly, God, his family, and the outdoors. Alicia, Jourdan, Clay and Elizabeth, I pray for strength and comfort in the days ahead. God Bless You.
Dawn and Fernando Gonzalez
September 17, 2013
Our sincere condolences to the Gibson family. We were able to work with Pat as a colleague and also had the privilege of being his patient. Truly dedicated to his patients and family. What a jewel he was to all who were honored to work with him or be his patient. And a true gentleman.
Breta Easterwood
September 17, 2013
I will miss Dr. Gibson's sunny disposition and funny stories. It was an honor and a joy to work with him. I cannot imagine PACU without him. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Beverly Hanks
September 17, 2013
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Dr. Gibson. He did mine and my little brothers surgery last Sept and he was awesome. I also had the pleasure of working with him at the Chamber of Commerce. It is a great loss for this entire community. My prayers go out to his family and friends and I ask God to hold you in his arms and give you peace. We will all miss him dearly.
Christine Gillett
September 17, 2013
My deapest sympathy for your great loss. Dr. Gibson performed multiple surgeries for me during the year I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I know my daughter, Michele sent her and Zane's condolences; but, I wanted you to know that my prayers are with the whole family. I've asked the Good Lord to bless and console you all during this loss. May God bless you all.
Christine Gillett
Colleen Tailfeathers
September 17, 2013
Im sorry for your loss I loved Dr Gibson he operated on my angela when she was bearly one year old with a double hurnia surgery shes 19 today I felt so at ease when he assured me shed be ok he would take good care of her. He will be missed so much..
September 17, 2013
Dear Gibson Family,
Our heart breaks for you and for all of us who new and loved Dr. Gibson. There will never be anyone who can take his place. May God lay his hand on our broken hearts and help them to heal.
Jill Zuehlke and Sam DeHoyos
David Fondren
September 17, 2013
One of the highlights of a school year in Corsicana was an Others assembly. One of the highlights of a CHS class reunion was the Others. The Gibson family,Pat,the Science Fair and the Others were some of the reasons Corsicana was such a great place to grow up.I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Pat. Love and faith give us hope in such difficult times.
David and Bobbie Fondren CHS'71
Dian Pate
September 17, 2013
My dear sweet Gibson family,
I have no words big enough to say to you at this time, I can truly say my HEART is broken for you.
Your family became our family when Shauna went to work for this outstanding Dr. Gibson. It is hard to believe she worked with for 26 yrs.
Dr. Gibson was so good at what he did, if it be surgery,hunting,entertaining,or giving someone medical advice.
He was so proud of his family and home.
Dr. Gibson, RIP, my friend.
Susan Cole
September 17, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Pat always had a smile on his face when I saw him. My he rest in peace. God Bless you all at this sad time.
September 17, 2013
Alicia and family. My wife, Blanche and I went to HS with Pat in Corsicana. We met you at her class reunion 2 years ago when the Others all came back to play. We are so sorry for your loss. Pat was a great guy and we are sure a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and doctor. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family in this difficult time. Steve and Blanche Pipkin
May Rose
September 17, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts, and prayers are with the family. Dr. Gibson performed many procedures, on me over the years. I pray for God's strength and comfort, to all that loved him.
Chris Cervenka
September 17, 2013
Only knew Dr. Gibson as my customer at Concho Car Wash & Lube Center. However, I have to say that he was one of my favorites. Always looked forward to hearing stories about Doc's latest hunting adventures or about how Clay and Jourdan were doing in school and life. I have often thought that a good measure of a man is how much he cares for his family. It was so apparent how much Dr. Gibson cared for his. May God bless them all and give them strength.
Rosemary & Bill Moore
September 17, 2013
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Pat's death. Our hearts go out to your family. It is our prayer that you will feel the loving arms of Our Heavenly Father encompassing you during what we know is a very difficult time.
September 16, 2013
Dear Alicia,
Gary and I are so saddened to hear of your loss. We lift you up in prayer. Pat served so selflessly, we are all blessed because of his contributions and friendship. May you and your children be strengthened and comforted during this hard time.
Linda and Gary Cox
Jan Pipkin
September 16, 2013
Dr. Gibson always had a smile on his face when he came to see us in recovery room. Always a story to share. He left many footprints on my heart since I have know him since he first came to Angelo Community Hospital in 1986. He was a very special doctor and a good all around guy.
Denise and John Harper
September 16, 2013
Alicia,
So very heartsick for all of you. I can still see us sitting in Collins cafteria at BU with our Corsicana boyfriends. So many wonderful memories of Pat. Please know you are and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayer.
Denise and John Harper
Kristi Beeman
September 16, 2013
I feel so blessed to have worked with Dr. Gibson. He was an incredible man, and will be missed! I remember when he would be hunting in the mornings before coming into work. He would call to make sure all of his patients were doing well, and then tell us to only call in case of emergency! (...so the phone ringing would not scare off the deer). He was always quick to share pictures and stories about his family, and of course about his hunting trips. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May god be with you, and comfort you at this difficult time.
Terry & Lori Jones
September 16, 2013
We are so very sorry for you loss. Our thoughts, love, and many prayers are with the family. Dr. Gibson performed many procedures, on several of our family members, over the years. He ALWAYS made us feel at ease in knowing that "all would be OK". We pray for God's strength and comfort, to the family, friends, and co-workers, in the days and months ahead.
Bill McKenna
September 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I was with two other college buddies this past weekend and we recalled lots of good times with Pat and what a blessing to have him in our lives.
Lots of friends are praying for this wonderful family.
CAROL UNGER
September 16, 2013
PRAYING FOR THE PEACE THAT PASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING TO THE GIBSON FAMILY.
DR GIBSON WAS A WONDERFUL BLESSING TO THE UNGER FAMILY. HE HELPED US IN SO MANY WAYS. HE WAS A HAND OF THE LORD TO THOSE THAT WERE HURTING AND HE BROUGHT HEALING AND LAUGHTER TO US. I AM PRAYING FOR THE GIBSON FAMILY,
DENNIS AND CAROL UNGER - SAN ANGELO, TEXAS
James stewart
September 16, 2013
My thoughts & prayers to you all. Words can't express my feelings.It was a pleasure growing up next door. The last couple of days my mind has raced with flashbacks to various adventures we had on Princeton Dr. and in Corsicana together. We were all one large family there. I wish I could be there. -Jim(Jimmy)Stewart
Kathy Keaton
September 16, 2013
Never without a smile and a kind word to each person he encountered. There just are no words - but praying and thinking of you all as you walk through this unimaginable challenge. Kathy Keaton
September 16, 2013
Alicia, Jourdan and Clay,
Good memories of birthday parties, sports in your front yard and always the smiles on everyone's faces. Knowing that you must all feel lost at this time, our hope is that you will be able to focus on the many positive influences your entire family has had on this community. Pat Gibson will be remembered for being a good man, wonderful physician and philanthropist to the city of San Angelo. May he rest in peace.
Mark and Leslie Baker
Darrell and Tracy Herrington
September 16, 2013
"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We will miss him"
Dennis Spence
September 16, 2013
So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Although I knew him only briefly through his brother Mike and as a Fraternity brother at Baylor (he came as I left), we all consider our old frat, STE, as family. Those who remain should dwell on the good times and remember him for all the good he did in life. I know he will be missed.
September 16, 2013
Words are totally inadequate. The Gibson family has been a BLESSING to the Turner family since the day they drove into San Angelo. Pat's jocular smile and easy manner will be forever in our hearts and memories. The Tim Turner Family
Debra Williams
September 16, 2013
Alicia, my prayers are for comfort for you and your family during this dark time.
God bless!
Angie Wiens Talbert
September 16, 2013
Know that Dr. Gibson will be remembered always for his healing hands and kind heart. Praying for peace for your family.
Doris Foote
September 16, 2013
Dr. Gibson was a great doctor, he did surgery on me in 2004 and again on my husband in 2013. We appreciate him very much and will miss him. I pray that our Lord Jesus Christ will comfort his family at this time with His love and give them Peace, healing their broken hearts and renewing their strength. Proverbs 3:5,6 Steve & Doris Foote (San Angelo, TX)
Gary and Marty Summerall
September 16, 2013
Alicia, our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. Pat was a close friend,since Ms. Cook's kindergarten in Corsicana. We will miss him
Mary and Albert Terrazas
September 16, 2013
Our prayers go out to you all
Tammy Craver
September 16, 2013
God Bless him the soul I knew him very well former sacmc wish the prayer and your families u always friendly everywhere... keep your rest in hearts ... Amen! we will never forget u ..
Edna Ayala
September 16, 2013
Clay and family, my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your dad. May you find comfort, peace and strength in the memories you hold dear in your heart. Please know that I am thinking and praying for you.
-Edna Ayala (Austin, TX)
Maria de los Santos Onofre-Madrid
September 16, 2013
My most sincere condolence to each of the family members.
May Dr. Gibson rest in peace.
Doug Miller
September 16, 2013
Dr. Gibson was a wonderful doctor, he did a procedure on me on Tuesday, two days before he left this earth. I will miss him greatly..to his wife and family, I pray for comfort, peace, and understanding. May our GOD bless you greatly
Patricia Maier
September 16, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Dr. Gibson's family, I was a patient and he performed my breast cancer surgery. He was a great surgeon, doctor and human being and he will be missed terribly.
Pat Maier
San Angelo
Jennifer Wallace
September 16, 2013
I will forever be grateful to Dr Gibson, as he saved my life and for the past eight years, made sure I maintained my health, he was a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, I am sorry for your loss.
Michele Foster
September 16, 2013
Clay and Jourdan your dad was such an amazing person! Everytime I saw him he would show me the newest pictures and update me on the two of you. He was always going out of his way to do something nice for someone else. Just this wednesday he stopped by to give me and my mom a hug before her biopsy. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God does not let so much good go unforgotten may you always remember the wonderful memories and good times you shared. Love Zane and Michele Foster
September 16, 2013
To the Gibson family words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear. May God give you the strength to overcome the pain. I will miss Dr. Gibson calling the ER early in the morning with his cheerful voice telling us he was going out to the blind, and to put the routine stuff on 2 east and to call if it was an emergency. Dr. Gibson was a pleasure to work with, willing to teach, and always a smile on his face. Dr.Gibson will be greatly missed.
Summer RN
Elizabeth Galindo
September 16, 2013
"Pleae except my deepest smpapthy. Pat was my suregon he was very kind and will truly be missed." The Gibson Family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Galindo
Sonora, TX
Lavonne Riden
September 16, 2013
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
My God bless your family in this time of need. Dr Gibson was there for me and my family numerous times over the years.
September 16, 2013
What an honor and a privilege to have worked with such an outstanding physician. The people of San Angelo & the west Texas community will sorely miss Dr. Gibson. My deepest sympathies & prayers to the Gibson family.
Cindi Nunnally, RN
September 16, 2013
Alicia, Clay and Jourdan, Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Pat will be missed by the entire community. With Sympathy, Susan and Bub Williams
Marinelle Kesinger Szenasy
September 16, 2013
Alicia and Family - Please accept our deepest sympathies. I knew Pat from school and church while growing up in Corsicana. Many are remembering all of you in both thought and prayer.
Kim Allen
September 16, 2013
Dr. Gibson, I had only met you about 8 months ago, but found you to be a very caring and compassionate man. I was so very thankful and lucky to have found a Dr. like you and you took very good care of me. My heart goes out to your family it's truly heartbreaking to have lost someone like you. God Bless.
September 16, 2013
Our hearts go out to Dr. Gibson's family. He was our surgeon and we remember him as very caring and kind. He will certainly be missed. Donniece and Joe Stewart
Donniece Stewart
September 16, 2013
Our hearts go out to Dr. Gibson's family. He was our surgeon and we remember him as very caring and kind. He will certainly be missed. Donniece and Joe Stewart
Jessica
September 16, 2013
Dr Gibson you were One of the sweetest person I have ever met always upbeat and in a good mood prayers going out to your family. May u R.I.P
Lisa Brown
September 16, 2013
You are certainly going to be missed Dr Gibson. I never knew you beyond you being my surgeon, but a person forms a bond with someone who they trust so fully to put their life in your hands, as I did, several years ago. I will always remember the love and compassion you showed me before and after my surgery. No one ever wants surgery but there is no one that I have ever trusted so fully and knew without any doubt, I was in the greatest hands. My prayers are with your family. God bless them. The world is a much better place because you were in it Dr Gibson. My prayers are also with your staff during this very painful time in thier lives. God bless them too.
September 15, 2013
Alicia, Jourdan and Clay,
My thoughts and prayers are with you Pat was such a good man. He will be missed throughout the community.
Valerie Matthews
Cassandra
September 15, 2013
You will be greatly missed, Dr Gibson. It was such an honor to work with you and to take care of your patients. You were an amazing man! My prayers go out to your family.
Terry Mikeska
September 15, 2013
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! I cherish the wonder memories teaching Jourdan her favorite songs on the piano and playing for many wonderful events in your home. God Bless! Terry Mikeska