Van D. Gibbins

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-England Funeral Home
202 Stuttgart Hwy
England, AR  72046
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
6-8:00 P.M.
Service Schedule
Roller-England Funeral Home Chapel
202 Stuttgart Hwy
England, AR  72046
Thursday, October 20, 2022
02:00pm
Cemetery
Mulberry Cemetery
Hwy 256
England, AR  72046
Memorial Contributions
Arkansas Children's Hospital
1 children's Way
Little Rock, AR  72202


Southern Christian Home
100 W. Harding
Morrilton, AR  72110
I served in the Navy.
Van D. GibbinsI am a Veteran.

of England, AR

July 22, 1932 - October 16, 2022

On Sunday, October 16, 2022 surrounded by his beloved family, Van D. Gibbins of England went to his heavenly home. He was born to Eityhel and Luvesta Henderson Gibbins on July 22, 1932 in Altheimer, Arkansas.

Van was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jewel Marie; his brothers, Ulyes Faye and Joe Carroll and a grandson, Joshua Seamon. He leaves behind three daughters to honor his legacy, Stephanie Euseppi (Joe) of Branson, MO, Elizabeth Seamon (Mike) of England and Tanya Pettit (Leonard) of England; his grandchildren (the absolute apples of his eye), Amber Smith of Springfield, MO, Ashley Owen, Brittney Robinson (Bradley) and Clayton Pettit; along with his "Snoopys" (the great grands), Caleb Hillis, Carleigh Robinson, Tyson Pettit all of England and Skylar Smith of Branson, MO. He is also survived by his younger brother, Lynn Earl Gibbins of England and sister-in-laws, Louise Gibbins of Stuttgart and Katie Gibbins of Sherwood, along with a host of extended family and friends.

In 1937, Van's family moved from Altheimer to Armorel, AR followed by moves to Blytheville (1938), Union City, TN (1939), Coy (1945) and Tomberlin (1947). He attended Tomberlin School through Grade 9 and then England High School. Upon graduating from England High School in 1951, Van joined the US Navy and served on the USS Rochester for three years. Returning home, he met the love of his life, Jewel Marie Roe, to whom he was married for 58 years. Van and his family lived in Tomberlin, where he farmed for several years before moving to England and beginning his long career as a crop adjuster. Throughout the years, Van traveled many miles to farms far and wide. He made lifelong friends with his numerous colleagues and many of the farmers he helped.

Van was a devout Christian who served and loved the Lord daily. He was an elder at Coy Church of Christ until its closing where he was the last church member to walk out and lock the doors for good. Van was a loving son, husband, father and grandfather. His first priority was always his family. He will be remembered by all who knew him as a man of faith, a friend to everyone and a sweet soul who was loved and respected by all.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Lonoke Health and Rehab and Olivia Scherm, PA-C, for their kindness and care of Van during his time there.

Roller Funeral Home in England will be providing arrangements. A visitation with the family will be held Wednesday, October 19 from 6:00-8:00 pm and a funeral service will be Thursday, October 20 at 2:00pm with interment to follow at Mulberry Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider giving a donation in Van's memory to Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock; Southern Christian Home, 100 W. Harding, Morrilton AR 72110 or a charity of your choice.

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Billy & Cissy Henderson
Portland, AR
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Saturday, October 22, 2022

To all Van’s family we are saddened to hear about your loss. We never heard Van say a mean word. He was truly a kind and loving man. Love to you all. Billy and Cissy Henderson

Charles Lovelace, Southern Christian Home
Morrilton, AR
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Friday, October 21, 2022

Our sympathy goes out to the family with the passing of Van. We could not make it to the service but our thoughts are with you. He was a good friend to homeless children and we will miss him. May God continue to bless you with pleasant memories.

TONY FRIZZELL
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR
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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Gibbins Family,
We were saddened to hear about the loss of Mr. Van. He was a special person.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tony and Cindy Frizzell

Donna Archer
Greenwood, MS
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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Thinking of your family during this sad time. All of the kind words said about Van are so true! I have many fond memories of the Gibbons family at church.
Sending love and prayers,
Donna and Gary

Ordis & Patti Copeland
Oakland, TN
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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Our prayers are with the family and friends. Van rest in God's care.

sharon comstock
Cabot, AR
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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time . Beth we are here for you just let us know what you need