Raymond Gibbs

Raymond Gibbs, 98, passed away in Topeka, Kansas June 21, 2012. He was born May 10, 1914 to William and Liza (Triplett) Gibbs. He spent his youth in Cloud County, Kansas and much of his adolescence in western Kansas working the wheat harvest. He became a mechanic by trade and a musician by heart. The mandolin was his principle musical instrument and his favorite song was "The Wreck of the Old 97." He loved wood carving, storytelling and visiting with friends.

Raymond married Louise (Barrand) Tinsley in 1971, his first and only marriage at age 57. Through her he gained children and grandchildren. They moved to Topeka from Lane, Kansas where they lived for 16 years.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, sisters and a daughter, Sandra Steinbrink.

He is survived by his wife, Louise; children, Jan Blankenship and Jill Miller; grandchildren, Leslie, Julie, Christi, Guy, Curtis, Michael and Kelley; 8 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at Dove Cremation & Funeral Service, 4020 SW 6th Ave. Burial will follow in Kennekuk Cemetery, Horton, Kansas.