Kimberley Gibson

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kimberley "Kim"' Jo Gibson, who left this world suddenly on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at the age of 64, in Leesburg, Florida. Kim was a devoted wife and mother, loving nana, sister, aunt, daughter, and a cherished friend to many.

Born on December 28, 1960 in St. Louis Missouri, she filled her life with love, laughter, and kindness. Kim was known for her unwavering support and selfless nature, always putting her family first. She worked tirelessly to create a warm and nurturing home. Kim had a unique gift for making everyone feel special, and her hugs were truly healing. Kim was the heart and soul of our family, and her love will forever illuminate our lives. Kim devoted herself to her family and friends with a warmth that was unmatched. As a mother, she offered unwavering support, compassion, and guidance to her children. As a grandmother, or "Nana," as she was lovingly known, she brought endless love and joy, creating cherished moments with her grandchildren that they will hold dear forever. Throughout her life, Kim found joy in simple pleasures such as family gatherings, reading, listening to music, visiting the beach, exploring new places, watching birds, putting together puzzles, and bringing her loved ones together around the table. Her passion for family brought her immense happiness and inspired those around her. She was also a wonderful dog mom, loving her dogs almost as much as she loved her children and grandchildren. Kim never met a stranger; she would talk to anyone and treat them with kindness and respect. She was truly a gem of a person-the kindest woman with an open heart and a carefree spirit. Her love and light will always be with us.

Kim was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Robert Glen Gibson; her father, Richard Lee Malady, Sr.; mother, Patricia Ann (Norris) Hytla; stepmother, Carlotta "Carol" Malady; 6 siblings, Richard Malady, Jr., Bruce Malady, Laura Ott, Michael Malady, Kris Byars, and Nancy Schmoele; and by her grandparents, Maple and Rose Malady.

Kim is survived by her adoring daughters, Trish Payton, Vanessa Dorresteyn (Darren) and Jessica Bires; her cherished grandchildren Brittney Payton, Maisie Payton, Hunter Payton, Jacob Beck, Mackenzie Beck, Nathan Rickard, Vickie Bires, Milo Bires, Annabelle Bires, Thomas Bires, Drogo Dorresteyn, Declan Dorresteyen, Lila Dorresteyn, Dalton Dorresteyn, Diesel Dorresteyn and a granddaughter expected to arrive in November 2025; by 6 siblings, Rodney Malady (Linda), Karen Lawson, Tammy Whitman, James Schmoele, John Schmoele, and Donald Schmoele; her aunt, Mary Malady Brown; and by many nieces, nephews and treasured friends. She leaves behind a legacy of love that will forever live on in our hearts.

A celebration of Kim's life will be held on July 19, 2025, at Garden Sanctuary Funeral Home, located at 7950 131st Street North, Seminole, FL 33776, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a service at 4:00 PM. Following the service, family and friends are invited to gather at Redington Shores Beach Access Parking, located at 8200 Sunset Blvd., Redington Shores, FL 33708, to watch the sunset in honor of Kim and to say their final farewells.

Kim, we will miss your warm smile and infectious laugh, your comforting presence, and your boundless love. Thank you for being our guiding light. We will miss you every day, but we are comforted by the beautiful memories we shared.

Until we meet again, you will always be in our hearts.

God looked around his garden and found an empty place.

He then looked down upon the Earth, and saw your tired face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.

God's garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain.

He knew that you would never get well on Earth again.

He saw the road was getting rough and the hills too hard to climb.

He closed your weary eyelids and whispered "Peace be thine."

It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn't go alone.

For part of us went with you the day God called you home.