June Nadine Gibbs

June Nadine Gibbs passed peacefully away on April 2 in Mesa Arizona at the age of 96. Her father immigrated from Denmark to work on the railroad. June was the baby of her family born on August 7, 1922 in Lynch Nebraska. Omaha is where she met and married for 54 years her devoted husband William who died in 1997. They moved to Scottsdale in 1960 and then to Mesa in the early 80’s. After being widowed, she moved to Sunland Village retirement community and involved herself with meeting new friends and activities. For the last 22 months June resided at Emerald Groves South which is an assisted living group home. June was quite a conversationalist, and still sharp as a tack. She so loved all the staff that cared for her there, and the family treasures the friendships, kindness, and caring they all received. She engaged in crafts, bingo (which she loved), reading, puzzles, and of course HGTV.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters Larena Katt, Ellen Ames, and brothers, Harold and Bernard Christensen. She is survived by her loving children, son Bill Gibbs Jr, daughters Debbie Pelton, and Cherie Hink; along with 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews which she loved dearly. June loved celebrations so, her life will be celebrated in a memorial service on Saturday May 4th, 10:30 am. It will be held at Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N. Hayden Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85257. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice at Home of Arizona.