OBITUARY: James Wayman Gibbs

James Wayman Gibbs, 72 of Evansville, Ind., formerly of Shawneetown, passed away at his home 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015.

He was born on Nov. 17, 1942, in Shawneetown, the son of Wallace Wayman and Maggie Lou (Murphy) Gibbs. Jim was married to Jenny Gordon on Feb. 14, 1998. He worked a number of years for the Shawneetown Street Department.

Jim is survived by his wife, Jenny Gibbs of Henderson, Ky.; one son, Shawn W. Gibbs of Eldorado; two stepchildren, Brian Harris Jr. of Madison, Tenn., and Jennifer Harris of Smyrna, Tenn.; his aunt, Eva and George Vickery of Shawneetown; three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Stella Fedornock.

A private family service will held at a later date. Vickery Funeral Chapel of Shawneetown in charge of arrangements and internet condolences may be sent to the website www.vickeryfuneralchapel.com.