

She was born January 1, 1964 in Peoria to Earl Franklin and Carrie Lee (Mitchell) Gibson.
Surviving are her mother, Carrie Lightbody of Pekin; four brothers, Frank (Carol) Gibson, Jr. of Missouri, Harold (Juanita) Gibson and Mike Gibson, both of Pekin, and Lewis “Buster” (Nelda) Lightbody of South Pekin; three sisters, Kay (Jim) Tooley and Kimberly (Mark) Craig, both of Pekin, and Linda (Doug) Lopez of South Pekin; and many nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her dogs, Monster and Ray Lynn.
She was preceded in death by her father, Earl Gibson and step-father, Lewis Lightbody.
Joni was employed at Central Pool Supply in East Peoria for the past 9 years. Previously, she worked in home care.
Joni enjoyed reading and going on motorcycle rides. She will be remembered for always helping others.
There will be no services and cremation will be accorded.
Arrangements are by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Tazewell Animal Protective Society, 100 TAPS Lane, Pekin, IL 61554.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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