GIBSON - James E. “Jim” Gibson, 82, of Fernandina Beach, FL passed away Saturday evening, April 2, 2011 at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. He was born March 30, 1929 in Bluemont, VA and moved to Fernandina Beach in 1987 from Massachusetts.
He was of the protestant faith and was a member of the American Legion and the Teamsters Union. Mr. Gibson was a Korean War veteran, serving with the U. S. Navy. He loved travelling and was a devoted husband and father. He also enjoyed country music and cars and was a good conversationalist.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Bonnie Gibson of Fernandina Beach, FL; a son, Douglas J. E. Gibson (Marlene) of Newton, MA; three daughters, Nancy Davis (Dennis) of Marrianna, FL, Paula Dignan (Robert) of Chesapeake, VA and Roberta Babb of Raynham, MA; 11 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Massachusetts.