Jack L. Gibbs, Sr.

Jack, age 63 of Marshall, went to eternal rest on Friday at the Hospice center surrounded by his family. He graduated from East High School in Madison. He retired after 30 years from Chrysler Motors in Kenosha, WI.  Jack was a kind, loving man with a big heart who had a passion for living life and spending time with family and friends. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting.  He was a true Packer and Badger fan. Many happy hours were spent playing poker with his sisters and afternoon cards at The Fox. Jack was especially proud of his garden and sharing the fruits of his labor with all.    He is survived by the ""love of his life"", Marlene (Thayer)Finger.  His children Lora Foltz (Mike) and Jack, Jr. (Jessica) Gibbs.  His brothers and sisters, Elaine(Dennis) Olson, Mike (Deb) Gibbs, Cheryl (Dan) LaBelle, Brenda Everette, Alan (Sheila) Gibbs, Doreen (Dave) Carroll, Annette (Jeff) Tlusty, Wendy Gibbs and Jedd (Barb) Gibbs.  Further survived by Bill (Carolyn) Ninedorf, Dan (Heidi) Finger, Maryann, Mick, Ed (Pam), Tammy and David Thayer. Mary (Tom) Liddicoat, Debbie (Dan) Furniss and Laura Hermanson (Marc). His grandchildren, Jason, Cody and Nicholas Gibbs.  Nicole, Mitchell and Sarah Ninedorf, Jake and Carson Finger and his little buddy Cordale.  Also many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Royce and Elvira Gibbs, his grandparents and a niece, Michelle Gilchrist.   Services will be held at 4:00 pm Monday, November 22, 2010 at the CRESS FUNERAL HOME where friends may call from2:00 pm until time of service.  Reverend Mary Pharmer will officiate. A special thanks to the Hospice Center staff and to Aunt Barb for their loving care.     The Fallen Limb   A limb has fallen from the family tree. I keep hearing a voice that says, ""Grieve not for me. Remember the best times, the laughter, the song. The good life I lived while I was strong. Continue my heritage, I'm counting on you. Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest. Remembering all, how I truly was blessed. Continue traditions, no matter how small. Go on with your life, don't worry about falls I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin. Until the day comes we're together again. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 3325 E. Washington Avenue (608) 249-6666