GIBSON: Elizabeth Jean Gibson, widow of Dave Gibson Sr. passed away at the Dinsdale Personal Care Home on Thursday, August 16, 2007 at the age of 103 years. A private ceremony for family will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements are with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.


GIBSON: Mrs. Elizabeth Jean Gibson of Brandon, passed away at her residence, Dinsdale Home, on Thursday, August 16, 2007 at the age of 103 years. Left to mourn is her son Jack (Joyce) of Calgary; daughter-in-law Terry of Brandon; three granddaughters Laurie Earle of Eugene, Oregon, Lynne (Jamie) McKenzie of Brandon, and Candi (David) Shelvey of Douglas; great grandchildren Jay McKenzie and Scott (Kathy) McKenzie of Brandon, Brian Earle of Eugene, Oregon, Erika Shelvey and Tawny Shelvey of Douglas. Also surviving are several nieces in Hamilton, Ontario. Jean was predeceased by her husband Dave in 1988 and son David in 2005. Jean was born on April 27, 1904 in Motherwell, Lanarkshire, Scotland. She came to Canada with her family on September 4, 1921. On September 30, 1930 Jean married Dave Gibson who came to Canada from Ireland in 1924. Together they raised two sons and enjoyed 58 years of marriage. Jean was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She took great pride in her home and family. She was a gracious lady and had a wonderful sense of humour. Jean had many great stories to tell about her life. She spent hours crocheting and knitting making many beautiful doilies and afghans for friends and family. Jean enjoyed watching sports on t.v. - was a big fan of Tiger Woods, and she also enjoyed a good mystery or drama. She was young at heart, enjoyed life and remained active throughout her lifetime. A private family graveside ceremony was held at the Brandon Cemetery on Friday, August 31, 2007. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in memory of Jean may be made to a charity of one's choice. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements were with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.