Charles “Charlie” M. Gibb Jr., age 71, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019. He was born in Wilmington, DE on August 19, 1948 to the late Charles M. Gibb Sr. and Mary E. (Wilson) Gibb. A lifelong Newark residence, Charlie graduated from Newark High School in 1967 and went on to proudly serve 6Continue Reading
Charles “Charlie” M. Gibb Jr., age 71, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019. He was born in Wilmington, DE on August 19, 1948 to the late Charles M. Gibb Sr. and Mary E. (Wilson) Gibb.
A lifelong Newark residence, Charlie graduated from Newark High School in 1967 and went on to proudly serve 6 years in the U.S. Navy. He also served an additional 5 years in the U.S. Naval Reserves. He retired from the DuPont Pencader Vespel site after 37 years. An accomplished amateur photographer, Charlie was recently inducted into the Delaware Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He also received a WSTW Homie Award for promoting local bands through his photography. Charlie loved music in general, attending many rock shows, organ concerts, and tribute bands. His favorite band was the Beatles. Some of his free time was spent flying in his friend’s personal plain, taking photos, attending military airshows, and eating shepherd’s pie. Charlie ended most of his phone calls and visits with friends and family with “I love you.”
Charlie is survived by his brother, Bill (Charlotte) Gibb of North East, MD; three nieces: Kelly (Robert) Piasecki of Philadelphia, PA; Megan (Cameron) Sweeney of Dover, DE; and Caitlin (Richard) Egan of Elkton, MD; two nephews: Jeremy (Laura) Gibb of Dover, DE and Tanner Gibb of North East, MD; three great nephews and one great niece.
An evening viewing will be held for Charles M. Gibb, Jr. from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at R.T. Foard & Jones Funeral Home, 122 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19711. A celebration of Charlie’s life will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2019 at the funeral home, where friends and family may begin visiting at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Rd, Bear, DE 19701. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made payable to “Helen F. Graham Cancer Center” and sent in care of R.T. Foard & Jones Funeral Home.
Dan Jalil
left a message on October 1, 2020:
Charlie was a truly warm, genuine person and extremely talented photographer. I miss him so much. I cherish the memories we shared and the good times we had. Thank you for sharing your gift with us Charlie, I will always keep you in my heart. Rest in peace forever, my friend.
Amanda Ray
left a message on January 27, 2020:
We were facebook friends but Charlie was the sweetest most respectful he always made me smile and had the most interesting stories not just about music but friends and family . Charlie you will be truly missed my friend .Lots of love Amanda Ray
Gary Era
left a message on October 7, 2019:
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Charlie Gibb. A kind soul who touched many people over the years. Rest in Peace my friend.
Sheri & Mykel Dodson
left a message on October 6, 2019:
You were a great guy and always so kind to everyone. It was always nice to run into you at local shows. Rest In Peace, Charlie.
Kevin Duffy
left a message on October 5, 2019:
I met Charlie at JB McGinnes when he was shooting photos of a friend's band, and eventually he shot photo of my band(s) too and a friendship was born. Along with photography, Charlie loved all things aviation and he spent over 100 hours with me as I piloted my Cessna 172 to several different airports with diners, where we enjoyed many great breakfasts, lunches and dinners together. Both of us being veterans, we would spend Veteran's Days traveling around together grabbing up the free meals at many of the restaurants that offered them. We attended countless concerts together including Paul McCartney twice in 6 days and Rush R40, when we rode up to Philly with NO tickets, and got lucky enough to get them at the box office on the day of the show. With Charlie's passing, there is a void and emptiness in my life that NO ONE will ever be able to fill. Dearly loved and sadly missed. Rest in Peace Charlie my friend, until we meet again.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ginny Wilder
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Charlie, you were a kind face in the crowd and a comfort to sit next to anytime we ran into each other out and about listening to music. I give thanks for our conversations, our love for local musicians, and the mystery that comes with faith- even when it doesn't make any sense. I will be holding your memory close on Monday and will pray for your family members and friends as we continue to grieve your loss in our lives. Rest in peace and rock on in glory! Ginny+
Ira Coover
left a message on October 4, 2019:
I hadn't seen Charlie since high school and then I started seeing him at different open mikes I performed at maybe starting five years ago. He told me he was sick a year or so ago. He was a good guy, I'm glad he got into the hall of fame before he passed. Ira Dale Coover
Fran Brown
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Oh Charlie-you will be missed by so many people. I was honored to have worked & laughed with you at Pencader for many years!! RIP my friend.
My deepest condolences to your family, whom you talked about with sooo much pride & love!!
My deepest condolences to your family, whom you talked about with sooo much pride & love!!
Betty Green
left a message on October 3, 2019:
I worked with Charlie for long time at DuPont. Always enjoyed knowing him and stopping to talk to him. Always so nice. Am sure he will truly missed.
Phil Linz
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Just got to know you a little bit toward the end. The candlelight meetings on Tuesdays were sweet & rewarding & served as a connection with us. Will miss those times together. Rest in peace, Charlie.
Will Minster
left a message on October 3, 2019:
So sad to hear of Charlie's passing and upset I cannot be at the services. Charlie was a really good person and will be missed by all.
Sigmund Ruud
left a message on October 3, 2019:
We were "only" Facebook friends but you were a great friend all the same. Rest in Peace, Charlie.
Carolynn (oster) Bird
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Charlie I will never forget you! I am grateful to have visited you not to long ago and you remembered me with a smile. I cherish the good times and I have been replaying all the memories. Those where the best times. May you be at peace and be with us always. Carolynn :)
Byron Simpson
left a message on October 3, 2019:
To one of the sweetest and most positive individual I've known. I will miss you my friend.
Andrea Egan
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Charlie, we met as our son married Caitlin, your niece. You were doing your usual, taking wonderful photos of us at the wedding rehearsal. We then got more acquainted at family gatherings and remained FB friends. We had just arrived in Maryland when you had your fall last year and were in the hospital and we got chance to come and visit you in March this year as you recovered. Since that time your health declined but your spirit stayed strong. You were such an encourager to many and a great and loyal friend and you loved your family dearly. After suffering in your illness you can now rejoice in heaven, free of pain! Until we meet again in glory. RIP Charlie x Love from the Egan family in Manchester UK
Gayle Dillman
left a message on October 2, 2019:
I miss you Charlie. You made all the music better.
Judy McFarlin Walls
left a message on October 2, 2019:
May the Lord bring comfort and blessings to all of Charlie s family. Charlie chose a unique path with the gifts God gave him and he enhanced the lives of many young musicians! What a blessing he was!
Sean Kriner
left a message on October 2, 2019:
Goodbye friend. Was an honor to hang out with you on Tuesday nights. I'm sure the crew is feeling the same. Sean
Bob Burton
left a message on October 2, 2019:
Hilda and I are so sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure knowing Charlie through the Dickinson Theatre Organ Society.
Lisa Barberry
left a message on October 2, 2019:
Charlie it was a true pleasure to have met you,people come in your life for a reason and then leave just as fast I believe you entered to learn to appreciate the art of photography and to see thing differently from behind the lens you inspired me and for that Thank You . So sorry to hear of your passing , your memory will live on and your memory will live on forever My condolences to your family and all your friends Rest in peace your home and no more suffering
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Dan Jalil
left a message on October 1, 2020:
Charlie was a truly warm, genuine person and extremely talented photographer. I miss him so much. I cherish the memories we shared and the good times we had. Thank you for sharing your gift with us Charlie, I will always keep you in my heart. Rest in peace forever, my friend.
Amanda Ray
left a message on January 27, 2020:
We were facebook friends but Charlie was the sweetest most respectful he always made me smile and had the most interesting stories not just about music but friends and family . Charlie you will be truly missed my friend .Lots of love Amanda Ray
Gary Era
left a message on October 7, 2019:
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Charlie Gibb. A kind soul who touched many people over the years. Rest in Peace my friend.
Sheri & Mykel Dodson
left a message on October 6, 2019:
You were a great guy and always so kind to everyone. It was always nice to run into you at local shows. Rest In Peace, Charlie.
Kevin Duffy
left a message on October 5, 2019:
I met Charlie at JB McGinnes when he was shooting photos of a friend's band, and eventually he shot photo of my band(s) too and a friendship was born. Along with photography, Charlie loved all things aviation and he spent over 100 hours with me as I piloted my Cessna 172 to several different airports with diners, where we enjoyed many great breakfasts, lunches and dinners together. Both of us being veterans, we would spend Veteran's Days traveling around together grabbing up the free meals at many of the restaurants that offered them. We attended countless concerts together including Paul McCartney twice in 6 days and Rush R40, when we rode up to Philly with NO tickets, and got lucky enough to get them at the box office on the day of the show. With Charlie's passing, there is a void and emptiness in my life that NO ONE will ever be able to fill. Dearly loved and sadly missed. Rest in Peace Charlie my friend, until we meet again.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ginny Wilder
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Charlie, you were a kind face in the crowd and a comfort to sit next to anytime we ran into each other out and about listening to music. I give thanks for our conversations, our love for local musicians, and the mystery that comes with faith- even when it doesn't make any sense. I will be holding your memory close on Monday and will pray for your family members and friends as we continue to grieve your loss in our lives. Rest in peace and rock on in glory! Ginny+
Ira Coover
left a message on October 4, 2019:
I hadn't seen Charlie since high school and then I started seeing him at different open mikes I performed at maybe starting five years ago. He told me he was sick a year or so ago. He was a good guy, I'm glad he got into the hall of fame before he passed. Ira Dale Coover
Fran Brown
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Oh Charlie-you will be missed by so many people. I was honored to have worked & laughed with you at Pencader for many years!! RIP my friend.
My deepest condolences to your family, whom you talked about with sooo much pride & love!!
My deepest condolences to your family, whom you talked about with sooo much pride & love!!
Betty Green
left a message on October 3, 2019:
I worked with Charlie for long time at DuPont. Always enjoyed knowing him and stopping to talk to him. Always so nice. Am sure he will truly missed.
Phil Linz
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Just got to know you a little bit toward the end. The candlelight meetings on Tuesdays were sweet & rewarding & served as a connection with us. Will miss those times together. Rest in peace, Charlie.
Will Minster
left a message on October 3, 2019:
So sad to hear of Charlie's passing and upset I cannot be at the services. Charlie was a really good person and will be missed by all.
Sigmund Ruud
left a message on October 3, 2019:
We were "only" Facebook friends but you were a great friend all the same. Rest in Peace, Charlie.
Carolynn (oster) Bird
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Charlie I will never forget you! I am grateful to have visited you not to long ago and you remembered me with a smile. I cherish the good times and I have been replaying all the memories. Those where the best times. May you be at peace and be with us always. Carolynn :)
Byron Simpson
left a message on October 3, 2019:
To one of the sweetest and most positive individual I've known. I will miss you my friend.
Andrea Egan
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Charlie, we met as our son married Caitlin, your niece. You were doing your usual, taking wonderful photos of us at the wedding rehearsal. We then got more acquainted at family gatherings and remained FB friends. We had just arrived in Maryland when you had your fall last year and were in the hospital and we got chance to come and visit you in March this year as you recovered. Since that time your health declined but your spirit stayed strong. You were such an encourager to many and a great and loyal friend and you loved your family dearly. After suffering in your illness you can now rejoice in heaven, free of pain! Until we meet again in glory. RIP Charlie x Love from the Egan family in Manchester UK
Gayle Dillman
left a message on October 2, 2019:
I miss you Charlie. You made all the music better.
Judy McFarlin Walls
left a message on October 2, 2019:
May the Lord bring comfort and blessings to all of Charlie s family. Charlie chose a unique path with the gifts God gave him and he enhanced the lives of many young musicians! What a blessing he was!
Sean Kriner
left a message on October 2, 2019:
Goodbye friend. Was an honor to hang out with you on Tuesday nights. I'm sure the crew is feeling the same. Sean
Bob Burton
left a message on October 2, 2019:
Hilda and I are so sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure knowing Charlie through the Dickinson Theatre Organ Society.
Lisa Barberry
left a message on October 2, 2019:
Charlie it was a true pleasure to have met you,people come in your life for a reason and then leave just as fast I believe you entered to learn to appreciate the art of photography and to see thing differently from behind the lens you inspired me and for that Thank You . So sorry to hear of your passing , your memory will live on and your memory will live on forever My condolences to your family and all your friends Rest in peace your home and no more suffering
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.