James Fletcher Gibbs, Sr. (Jim), 89 of Jacksonville, FL went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 12, 2024.
Jim was born on December 18,1934 to Johnnie Gibbs and Nettie Taylor, Jim worked for and retired from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Jim had a deep love for Christ. This was evident in how he lived his life. A life dedicated to serving others. Jim loved singing in the choir, gardening, golfing, softball, fishing, food and spending time with his family.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Lorin (Sleepy) Gibbs, Willis Gibbs, Bobby Gibbs, Pearl McNair, Aubrey Wollitz, Naomi Neiman, Johnie-Mae Combs.
Jim is survived by his wife of 70 years, Dolores Vanette Gibbs, his children and their spouses, Fletcher and (Annette) Gibbs, (Jack) and Brenda Biggers, (Randy) and Marianne Vargas. Grandchildren, Allen and (Amanda) Gibbs, (Alex) and Anna Kate Needham, Ian Vargas. Great Grandchildren, Caitlin Gibbs and Connor Gibbs
A celebration of life will be held on October 23, 2024 at Westside Baptist Church. 7775 Herlong Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32210. Family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Celebration service will begin at 12:00 p.m.
Rev. Ray Mayfield and Rev. Ryan Frontz will be officiating the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Westside Baptist Church youth fund.
Westside Baptist Church
Westside Baptist Church
Riverside Memorial Park
Steve and Jane Willis
October 17, 2024, 8:10 pm
We were so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a kind man and we always enjoyed talking with him at church. We are praying for all of you for God’s comfort. Even though you know he’s with Jesus it’s hard to let go of someone you love so much. For God’s children there are no permanent goodbyes.