James Gibson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Gibson of Roanoke, Virginia, who passed away on August 10, 2025 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As James departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved James. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his wife Malinda Gibson; his parents, Ola Gibson and Clovis Gibson; his son James A. Gibson; and his siblings, Annette Carter, Charles Gibson and Douglas Gibson.

He is survived by: his stepchildren, Jeffrey and Lisa; and his sisters, Mary Hill (Bill) and Martha Tolley.