Thomas Gibbs Sr.

Thomas "Tommy" Edward Gibbs Sr., 73, of Spartanburg, SC, went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Born December 6, 1946, in Spartanburg, he was the son of the late Alfred H. Gibbs and Mary Roe Gibbs. Tommy was a 1965 graduate of Dorman High School and U. S. Marine veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired from Arrow Automotive after 27 years of service and was of the Baptist faith. Left to cherish fond and loving memories are his wife of 51 years, Judy Brown Gibbs; children, Jay Gibbs, Kimberly Branch (Danny), Jennifer Simmons (Tim), and Julie Scott (Mike); known as "Grumps" to his 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Gary Gibbs Sr. (Jeannie); and his lap-dog, Brandi. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, A. Hugh Gibbs. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 PM Friday, June 26, 2020, at Floyd's North Church St. Chapel, 235 N. Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306. A graveside service, with military honors, will be conducted at 2:00 PM Saturday, June 27, 2020, in Sunset Memorial Park, 1955 Cannons Campground Rd., Spartanburg, SC 29307, by The Rev. Kevin Smith and The Rev. David Carter. Memorials may be made to Crossway Church, PO Box 219, Arcadia, SC 29320. Floyd's North Church Street Chapel To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Thomas E. Gibbs Sr. please visit our Sympathy Store.