Barbara Ann Gibson
July 18, 1961 - June 30, 2007
Obituary
Barbara Ann, age 45, was a kind and loving soul who truly loved the Lord. She is the oldest of five children and is survived by her husband, Aubrey Gibson; son Jonathan Williams; granddaughter Johnnia Flynn; mother and stepfather Annie and John Lewis; sisters Paula Holmes, Demetra Stevenson, and Tracy Williams; brother Derrick Lewis; three nieces Rhonda, Sierra, and Dominique; two nephews Ferneiko and Michael; and a host of cousins, family and friends.
Her smile could brighten anyone’s day – no matter what they were going through and we know everyday for the rest of our lives we will be missing you.
Although we didn’t see this coming, it hit us by surprise and when she left this world, a part of us left with her. But we are comforted in the knowledge that she is in heaven looking down on us now. All her pain and grief is over, every restless tossing passed; she is now at peace forever, safely home in Heaven at last.
So we dedicate this poem to you…Barbara Ann.
If You Knew
by Steven Kinworthy
If you knew where I am standing
If you could see the sights I see
If you could hear the angels singing
The songs they sing eternally
If you knew the One I’m holding
Could see the smile He smiles at me
If you knew where I am resting
You would not cry for me
I’m resting in the arms of Jesus
No other place would I rather be
So if you shed a tear
Please don’t shed it for me
For if you knew where I am resting
You would not cry for me
Public viewing July 13 from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm at BONNEY-WATSON Federal Way, 1535 SW Dash Point Road.
Funeral Service will be July 14, at 11:00 am at Rebirth Ministries, 2515 Tacoma Avenue South.
Burial, Washington Memorial Park.
Ann you are a very special friend and you are missed very much.You have always given of yourself and always put others first. I will always love you for that.
Our condolences to all the family. Wish we could have been there to share in the celebration of the home going. We know it’s been a while since We’ve spoken with most of you but we share in your loss. Barbara Ann was a very kind and sweet person. She will be missed dearly. Goodbye Barbara Ann, Love Always Jerome & Clarence &family
I want to share my feelings to Barbara. I’am sorry I should have told you how I felt, I guess you always knew, and never said anything. Because of the obvious reasons. I guess its too late to say it now, I love you. I’ve always felt that way and always will. Everytime I walk through the gate at the Lighthouse I always think that I am going to see you. And then I realize that you are never coming back. Its not the same around here without you. Even though I am around all these people, but I am lonely without you.I wish I had the courage to do what I had to do, but if I did this pain would be alot worst now. Sitting on the bench will never be the same anymore. I think of you when I hear songs on the radio and I ask myself why? I realize you’re no longer in pain. And I know that you are in a better place. But I still want you down here with me. I will always have an empty spot in my heart, that will never be filled. I alway thought that you would be here. There were so many times that I wanted to hug you, but I did not know what you would have thought of me. But now I stuck with the regret of doing so, and that will bother me until the day I die. You left me to soon!! You left here without knowing if people really loved you, will I do. I never got a chance to say good-bye. And the problem is I never wanted to say good-bye, but now you give me anothe reason to make it to heaven, so I will be able to see you again. And the next time we meet again I will be sure to do all the right moves.
Love always this time and the next.
Your friend in life and death.
John Simms
I want to share my feelings to Barbara. I’am sorry I should have told you how I felt, I guess you always knew, and never said anything. Because of the obvious reasons. I guess its too late to say it now, I love you. I’ve always felt that way and always will. Everytime I walk through the gate at the Lighthouse I always think that I am going to see you. And then I realize that you are never coming back. Its not the same around here without you. Even though I am around all these people, but I am lonely without you.I wish I had the courage to do what I had to do, but if I did this pain would be alot worst now. Sitting on the bench will never be the same anymore. I think of you when I hear songs on the radio and I ask myself why? I realize you’re no longer in pain. And I know that you are in a better place. But I still want you down here with me. I will always have an empty spot in my heart, that will never be filled. I alway thought that you would be here. There were so many times that I wanted to hug you, but I did not know what you would have thought of me. But now I stuck with the regret of doing so, and that will bother me until the day I die. You left me to soon!! You left here without knowing if people really loved you, will I do. I never got a chance to say good-bye. And the problem is I never wanted to say good-bye, but now you give me anothe reason to make it to heaven, so I will be able to see you again. And the next time we meet again I will be sure to do all the right moves.
Love always this time and the next.
Your friend in life and death.
John Simms
To My Dearest Friend Demetrice
I think faith actually brought us together, because we both had W’s beginning our last name,so we always ended up being sitted with each. I eventually became apart of your world and you apart of mine, Mecee just be strong and always do things that Ann would like for you to have done. And remember Ann believed in you when no one else did. In my heart and prayers is where i will keep you. Until we meet again you be safe and take care of your self and your family.
I Remember the good times,
Cassandra Wright And Family
To my family. Sorry I wasn’t there to share with you all, but you all will always be in my love and prayers. Paula, Demetria, Tracy and Derrick. Love always, Linda
I am truely sorry for your loss. Barbara was a wonderful woman. I cannot imagine loosing one of my sisters – my heart goes out to you Demetra, Paula and Tracy.
Tracy, I am so deeply sorry for you and your family’s loss. You are continuously in my prayers.
-Dieudra
Paula,
When we lose someone we love
The loss seems too great to bear
God sends us friends to comfort us
To show that He deeply cares
We are here for you.
My Dearest Demetria,
Our condolences go out to you and your family. We know that God will hold you extra close during this time of sorrow, and you are always in my prayers.
Love you Dee, stay strong.
WE ALL LOVE BARBARA ANN, GOD LOVE HER ALSO. GOD NEEDED A FRESH FLOWER IN HEAVEN SO GOD WHISPERED IN HER EARS AND SAID “WELL DONE SERVANT YOU CAN COME HOME AND REST”. LOVE AUNT DOLL
Tracy you are forever in our prayers and heart. Just remember Ann is in a place so wonderful and full of peace.
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints Psalm 116:15 Our prayers are with you in your time of bereavement. Just know that when you are weak, He is strong. Death is not always an easy thing to accept, especially when it is someone that is close, but she has gone home where she belongs because we as God’s children know that we are not of this world, but are just passing through. We have hope in the fact that we have a heavenly Father who is waiting with open arms to receive all of us who have given our lives to Him. We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5:8. We pray that God would sustain you with His peace and comfort you in this time.
We love you.
My deepest sympathy for the loss that you are all going through. Although I did not have the honor and absolute pleasure of knowing Barbara, I can see from her smile that she was a joy to be around. Know that her spirit and memories will last forever…
We shared and played together as children. I remember how your laughter filled the room. Rest my sister in Christ for you truly deserve eternal rest. Blessed are the pure in heart. My God continue to bless your family.
Love Billy and Cassandra Price
of Memphis, TN
To the entire Williams family especially Mese our thoughts and prays are with you in your time of sorrow. Remember God want put no more on you, than you can bear. The entire Byars family send our deepest sympathy to all of you, and may God bless each and every one of you. WE LOVE YOU.
May God keep you all in his loving arms in your time of sorrow.Look to the hill which cometh your help.Charlotte & Family
May God keep you all in his loving arms in your time of sorrow.Look to the hill which cometh your help.Charlotte & Family
May God keep you all in his loving arms in your time of sorrow.Look to the hill which cometh your help.Charlotte & Family
To Paula, Demetia,Tracy,Adrienne & Blip May God keep you all in his loving arms in your time of sorrow.Look to the hill which cometh your help,all of your help comes from the Lord. We will continue to pray for you all. Charlotte & Family
With love and prayers!
WE HERE AT THE LIGHTHOUSE WILL MISS BARBARA, I AM SORRY FOR YOU LOSS. JUST REMEMBER THE GOOD THINGS AND KNOW SHE WAS A GOOD PERSON, ALWAYS KEEP HER IN YOUR HEART. ROBIN LINN
WE HERE AT THE LIGHTHOUSE WILL MISS BARBARA, I AM SORRY FOR YOU LOSS. JUST REMEMBER THE GOOD THINGS AND KNOW SHE WAS A GOOD PERSON, ALWAYS KEEP HER IN YOUR HEART. ROBIN LINN
To the family of Barbara: You are in our daily prayers as God strengthens and blesses you. We love Barbara and will always remember her beautiful smile and loving nature. We regret that we were unable to attend the funeral services. However, rest assured that we are with you in spirit. God will bless your family in a mighty way. Be full of cheer during this time because Barbara was the kind of person who would want us to smile and remember all of the good times…. Love from Houston Byars and Family.
Paula, My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Remember the Blessings, and Trust in the Lord to get you through these times.
To the family of Barbara,
Barbara knew me as “Ann” growing up in Grenville, MS. I was not able to spend the night with anyone but Barbara Ann due to the fact her cousin Adrienne and my sister Charlotte are best friends. Barbara Ann and I played with dolls when everyone else thought it was time out for us “near teenage” girls! It only taught us how to be better parents. For times of comfort, when my parents went to heaven, I often turned to Ps. 27:14 and Ps. 121 in its entirety. May God Keep you sheltered in his care.
Barbara Ann-In God’s Care
Please stay prayerful and let Him bear all of your burdens and faith. I wish your family the best during this rough time.
Paula, I am so sorry about your loss. I know this must be extremely difficult. I wish I were there with you and your family.
I will truly miss you Barbara. We shared so many fun memories together when we were growing up. Rest in Peace until we meet again.
Jacquelyne
As one of Barbara’s former high school English teachers in Greenville, MS, I offer my sincere condolences to the family for the loss of a wonderful person. May God strengthen and comfort you during this time.
P1~
I am so very sorry for the loss of your sister. Hold on to the wonderful memories when you think of her smiling face….take care.
Sincerely,
P2
My heart and prayers go out to Barbara and her family. Barbara and I attended elementary, jr. high, and high school together. May God Bless her entire family. Diane Smith Dunn, my sister is married to Barbara’s uncle Kenny Byars her name is Patricia Smith Byars and we all know her cousin who still lives in Greenville, MS Linda Johnson
Your family is in my prayers. God Bless!
To the Family,
Stay strong and close to God during this time. I did not personally know Barbara but I am a very good friend of Tracy.
To My Loving Family,
I have known Barbara Anne for a long time. My sophmore year of High School, Barbara Anne took me in as her Brother-in-Law. We shared the love of old school music together. She had a warm heart and loving spirit. She would always give me that look when things weren’t right with me and Paula. I will never forget and my prayers go out to my loving family.
Paula and family, my sincere condelences to all of you. You are in our thoughts.
Paula – I’m praying for you and your family during this time. I hope you find peace knowing she is looking down on you and is beside you everyday.
There is comfort in times like these.
>Know that the higher power cares.
>Know that there are others around you that understand what you are facing.
Dear Paula, My prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless you & your family.
Marlys Mitchell
Tracy, we are very sorry for your lost and God bless you and your family at this time.
Dave,Carla, & Jessica Whitlock
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts go out to you all. I pray the good memories will help you through this time of loss. God Bless you all.
We send our deepest condolences and prayers for the Williams family.
Kimberly and Elliott Smith
Paula,
I am very sorry for your loss, I hope wonderful memories, and the love of your friends and family help you through this very difficult time.
Paula, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. My thoughts are with you.
Joan
Paula I was saddened at hearing of your loss, my prayers go out to you and your family. A sister’s love springs eternal and your sister’s love has not ended, it has merely transended this mortal sphere. Take care please.
To The Williams Family and especially my dear friend Demetria. Words cannot express the sorrow that I share with you all at this time. Although over 20 years has passed since we have seen each other,the fond memories of your family are still in my heart. I can remember the time me and messa follow Ann and her boyfriend and the time Ann help with a party that me and messa had. I will forever think about all the good times I had with the family. I thank God for every moment I spent with Ann my dear sister and friend. Thanks you for being a part of my life.
To: Paul, Demetria, Tracy
God care about your burden in your time of last; You are not all along, Yes he care,I now he care,I now he care for you, because my sisterAnn Lee and I have prayed many night and day for her children..Have No Fear God Is With You
Your Aunt Linda Duffin
To:Jonathan
The Lord is the strength of your life be strong in the Lord.
Love You Aunt Linda Duffin
My Condolence goes out to her intire famaly.
My God bless you all!
We knew Barbara through Dee!
If there is anything we can do , please do not hesatate to ask!!!!
Curtis and Simone Hagins
I didn’t know Barbara, but heard Paula speak of her. I am truly sorry for your loss. Hold onto your faith, which I hope will provide some comfort for you during this difficult time.