of Jonesboro, AR
October 15, 1960 - October 6, 2018
Kendall (Kenny) Gaylon Gibson, 57, of Jonesboro, died early Saturday morning, October 6th, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.
Kenny was born October 15th, 1960, in Jonesboro to Gaylon and Kay Gibson. He was preceded in death by his father Gaylon, and both sets of grandparents.
Loved by all who met him, Kenny never met a stranger. He enjoyed meeting people, working on the farm with his father, and becoming familiar with numerous industries, including those that dealt with asphalt and farming equipment.
Kenny was an animal lover, and had a fondness for a few favorite family pets, including dog Rufus and three cats, Mittens and the "boys" Junior and Whiskers.
He enjoyed and loved his friends and staff members at The Learning Center and the Dogwood facility where he worked with other clients at the Pathfinder Workshop. No one who ever met Kenny could ever forget him. He could be the biggest ham and make people laugh at Christmas parties and special events where he could showcase his singing talents.
Survivors include his mother, Kay Gibson of Jonesboro, Uncles David (Joyce) Cook of Jonesboro and Bob
Cook of Oakland, California; and also his extended family which includes Mark Dunham, his wife Clare and
their children Sidney and Trent; and Tony and Joyce Files, all of whom considered Kenny and his Mom as family; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A special thanks goes to the personnel at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House and Sandy Hester, who made Kenny's last days a peaceful and comfortable experience.
Arrangements are being handled by Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro. Visitation for Kenny will be 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., Monday. Funeral, officiated by Jim Roberts of Otwell Christian Church, will begin at 2:00 p.m. with burial following at Gibson Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Tim Cook, Glenn Cook, Tony Files, Shorty Carmichael, Lindy Alexander, Will Alexander, Lomer Tourney and Terry Moody. Honorary pallbearers include the Elders and Deacons of Otwell Christian Church, Stan Salmons, Randy and Tim Woodruff, Ben Honeycutt, Garfield Edgar, and Jerry Tubbs.
Those wishing to leave lasting memorials may consider the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House, Otwell Christian Church, The Learning Center of Jonesboro and the Dogwood Pathfinder facility of Jonesboro.
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7 Condolence(s)
Peggy Parks Roach
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Dearest Kay, God bless and be with you, sweet friend. I'm so very sorry to learn about our loss of precious Kenny. So many times come to mind of you two having dinner out and Dad & I seeing you. His smile will be forever etched in my memory. Such a sweet boy. I can only imagine your terrific loss. Know that I love you, darlin', and I have you in my prayers often. No grief can compare with the loss of a child. Sending you love and hugs, old friend. xoxo p.
Debra Rorie
Sunday, October 7, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. He was a true joy to know and always had a smile. You are in my Thoughts and Prayers
Jerry & Joann Allison
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Sending our sincere condolences for the loss of Kenny. He was a super inspiration to all who met and knew him. May God wrap his arms around your shoulders and give you comfort.
Paula Bone Smith
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Kay-I am so sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. Such a sweet young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bridget and Phil Brewer
Sunday, October 7, 2018
So sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing! He was one of a kind! He’s up in heaven telling papaw Howard one of his many stories! And hugging his daddies neck! Love you Aubt Kay.
Knea (Kirksey)Morris (Shortcake)
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Prayers going up to Kenny's family and Friends. I had plans to stop in at Hospice house Sunday after church. I had called all around to the hospitals looking for him after I had heard the news of his sickness. We all will have a huge Void in our lives as Kenny touch all of us with his smiles and love for everyone he came in contact with. MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALL.
Shelby Jean Berry
Saturday, October 6, 2018
This describes Kenny so well! He will be missed by so many. My prayers are with his sweet family.