David Lynn Gibbs, 83, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at Brookdale Battle Creek. He was born on June 23, 1939, the son of Edward Gibbs and Mary (Haire) Gibbs.
David was a 1958 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and attended the Art Institute in Chicago and then received his engineering degree at Michigan State University. He then received his pilots license from Western Michigan School of Aviation. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. He was employed at Clark Equipment and then at Hillsdale Tools until retiring. He formerly attended St. Philip Catholic Church and helped with the prison ministry in Battle Creek.
David is survived by his Son, Jeffrey Gibbs; a host of cousins and extended family. He was preceded in death by his Parents; First Wife, Virginia "Ginny" Sue ( Cooper) Gibbs and Second Wife, Sue Anne (Johnston) Gibbs.
David enjoyed playing golf, playing his guitar and enjoyed flying his own airplane. He loved spending time with his family and friends.
Visitation will be held at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service, 375 West Dickman Road, on Thursday October 20, 2022 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service on Thursday, October 20, 2022, 1:30 pm with Rev. John Adams of Grace Fellowship Baptist Church officiating.
Interment will take place in the Fort Custer National Cemetery on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 3:00 pm.
Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. 269-788-9800 www.baxterfuneral.com