Gerald Gibbs

Gerald E. Gibbs, of Millington, our faithful, hard-working, and honest, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, went to be with his Lord on Monday, November 8, 2021, at home in the care of his family. He was 78.

Gerald was born to the late James and Evelyn Gibbs on November 1, 1943, in Millington, MI. Gerald graduated from Millington High School. He married the love of his life Phyllis Simons on December 15, 1962. Together they celebrated 58 years of marriage and raised their six children. He was the 2nd generation of Gibbs Trucking, of which he faithfully drove sugar and milk for 42 years. Gibbs Trucking, established 1949, is now the oldest surviving milk driving company in the state. In his free time, Gerald enjoyed fishing, collecting coins, antique guns, and steam engines. Above all, he was a devoted family man and will be missed by many.

Gerald is forever loved by wife, Phyllis; his six children: Robert (Sarah) Gibbs, David (Judy) Gibbs, Thomas (Melanie), Steve (Lisa) Gibbs, Timothy (Linda) Gibbs, and Michelle Crumrine; 43 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; brothers, Eugene (Paula) Gibbs, and Larry (Beverly) Gibbs; as well as several nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

The family would like to invite friends to Hanlin Funeral Home (4823 Main St., Millington, MI 48746) on Friday, November 12, 2021, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services for Gerald will be held at Juniata Baptist Church (5656 Washburn Rd, Vassar, MI 48768) on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Del Terpenning will preside. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. and last until the time of service.

Those wishing to make memorial contribution in Gerald’s name may do so to a charity of one’s choice.

Share a memory or leave a condolence on Gerald’s tribute page at www.hanlinfuneralhome.com.

Gerald and his family are in the care of Hanlin Funeral Home.

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