Barbara Jane Gibson, age 83, of Citrus Springs, Florida passed away on Tuesday June 11, 2019. Barbara was born February 10, 1936 in Pekin, Illinois to the late John William Holler and Myrtle Naomi Frampton.
Barbara grew up in the Chicago area. She married her beloved Thomas Gibson on June 25, 1955. They moved to Florida in 1963 and raised their growing family in Pinellas County. She was a loving mother and wife who also managed to work outside of the home as a customer service representative for HSN (Home Shopping Network).
Barbara had a zest for life and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Her personality stood taller than her height and her favorite color was purple. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Barbara was predeceased by her beloved husband Thomas in 1997. She is survived by four sons; Thomas (Mary) Gibson, Steven Gibson all of St. Petersburg, FL, Vernon (Susan) Gibson, Scott Gibson all of Ocala, FL, one daughter; Sharon Clarke of Pinellas Park, FL; daughter in law Jodi Tripp of Citrus Springs, FL; brother Jim Holler of Illinois; sister, Beverly Sidell of Illinois; Seven (7) grandchildren; Twelve (12) great-grandchildren and Four (4) great-great-grandchildren.
The visitation for Barbara will be held Tuesday, June 18, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM followed by a Funeral Service (12 noon) at Sylvan Abbey - Funeral Home, 2853 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL 33759. The graveside interment service is Tuesday, June 18, 2019 directly after the Funeral Service at about 1 PM across from the Funeral Home in Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park - 2860 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL 33759. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.sylvanabbey.com for the Gibson family.
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