James Gibbens

James M. Gibbens, age 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2014 at his home in
Montell, Texas.
James is preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Blanche, as well as his parents, 3 sisters and
1 brother. He is survived by his 2 sons, Rex Gibbens of Houston, TX and Mark Gibbens of
Dallas, TX as well as 2 grandchildren, Amanda and Natalie Gibbens of Houston, TX. James also
leaves behind 7 other brothers and sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.
James was a decorated veteran of the Korean war were he served valiantly in the armys 82nd
Airborne division. After the war, he worked for Armco Steel Corp., where he eventually retired as
a manager in the metallurgy department.
James was born Nov 10, 1929 in La Pryor, TX to Roy and Viola Gibbens. He was married to
Evelyn Blanche Poore on December 14, 1953 in Pasadena, Tx. They made their home in
Houston, TX for 30 years where they raised their two sons. After retirement, James and Blanche
relocated to Montell, where they have remained.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1st, 2014 at 2pm in the United Methodist
Church in Montell, TX.

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