Terry L. Gibson, Sr. 


Terry Lee Gibson Sr., 73, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing with his family by his side. He was born November 3, 1945, in Alum Creek, W.V. Terry was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He always saw to it that his family was well taken care of. Terry honorably served his country in the United States Army during the early 1960s. Terry loved woodworking and was especially fond of working with oak. He could often be found in his shop working on his latest project. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors either hunting or fishing. Terry retired from GM in Lansing after 43 years of service. 

He is survived by his children, Terry (Tera) Gibson Jr. of Charlotte, Amanda Gibson of Nashville; grandchildren, D.J. Harmon, Anastasia Harmon, Terry Gibson III, and Lillie Gibson; siblings, Rick Kirk, Tim (Nikki) Kirk, Phil Kirk, Hank (Terri) Kirk, Dan (Lynette) Kirk, Larry (Hope) Kirk, Dennis (Cindy) Kirk, Tammy (John) Smith, Peggy Yurkunas; and brother-in-law, David (Monique) Baczewski. 

Terry was preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Kirk; step-father, Hank Kirk; wife, Rosalie Gibson; daughter, Pamela Gibson; brother, Doug Kirk. 

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2019, at 1 p.m. at Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home, with Pastor Randy Royston officiating. The family received friends on Friday, February 1, 2019, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will take place at West Carmel Cemetery. 

Those desiring, may make contributions in Terry’s honor to the American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202.

To view Terry’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.