John Gibson's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2026 in Danville, Illinois

John Gibson

August 21, 1923 - July 14, 2026 (102 years old)

Danville, Illinois

John Gibson's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2026 in Danville, Illinois

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John Gibson

August 21, 1923 - July 14, 2026 (102 years old)

Danville, Illinois

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John Gibson Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of John Gibson (Danville, Illinois) is shared. John, born on August 21, 1923 in Brunswick, Georgia, passed away on July 14, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Gibson to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilton Gibson and Anna Ozier Gibson; and his wife Delphine E. Hill. He is survived by: his daughter Sheila Arnold (Prince); his stepdaughter Diana; his grandchildren, Shannon, Brandon, Asha (Michael), Dana (Marcus), Kevin and Kelley; his great grandchildren, Bryce, Jalen, Brea, Marcus Braedyn and Elias; his nieces and nephews, Janet, Linda, Shirley, Cynthia, Raven, Charles, Reggie, Gary, Roderick, Jr., Bruce, Malcolm Curtis and Nicholas; his children, LaTonya and Edward; and his godchildren, Robert (Patricia), George (Pamela) and Nancy (Mitch). He is also survived by many extended family members, friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City OK 73123 http://www.cancer.org.

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Rortvedt Funeral Services & Crematory



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July 23, 2026

Samuel Holbrook wrote a sympathy message

“To The Gibson Family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of my dear friend. Living to 102 was truly a blessing. I feel grateful to have known him and to have shared a laugh or two over the years. A long life is a gift, but saying goodbye is never easy. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Samuel Holbrook & Family”


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Thu

July 23

Visitation

Antioch Baptist Church
311 N Collett St, Danville, IL 61832

Fri

July 24

Funeral service

Antioch Baptist Church
311 N Collett St, Danville, IL 61832

Fri

July 24

Military honors

Danville National Cemetery
1900 E Main St, Danville, IL 61832

Fri

July 24

Burial

Danville National Cemetery
1900 E Main St, Danville, IL 61832

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