Bud Gibbs

General Grover “Bud” Gibbs, Jr. died peacefully on June 28, 2016 in Wylie, Texas at the age of 94. Bud is survived by his brother, Jerry Gibbs of Robert Lee, Texas. His daughter, Reta Carroll Smith of California. His daughter and son-in-law, Sharron and Victor Kaufhold, Jr. of Willis, Texas. His Stepson and step daughter-in-law, Don and Julia North of Magnolia. His granddaughter, Kimberly Woodworth, and family of California. His grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Chris and Luna Woodworth with great-grandaughter McKenzie Woodworth of California. His granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Vickie and Joe Noack with great-granddaughter, Meaghen Noack, of The Woodlands, Texas. His grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Victor and Donna Kaufhold III, with great granddaughters MacKenzie Kaufhold, Abigail and Jordan Fitch of Wylie, Texas. Grandson, Larry “Skipper” Smith and family of Norway. His step-granchildren, Carrie Lee and Mark Hartman of Spring, and Lance North of Louisiana. Bud is preceded in death by his wife, Betty North Gibbs of Tyler, Texas and several siblings. Bud Gibbs was born on September 12, 1921 in the state of Kansas to General Grover and Lillie Grace (Lawler) Gibbs, Sr. As a young man, Bud began working in the oil field with Totco and was eventually promoted to the position of South East Division Regional Manager out of Houston, Texas. He moved to New Harmony in the early 1980’s and found a church home within New Harmony Baptist Church. Bud met and married Betty North on October 14, 1994. They enjoyed their time together with travels, active participation in the New Harmony choir and Young at Heart group. Bud was always known to have a hug and a smile for his friends and family. He was a devout man that kept his faith through his entire life. A funeral is scheduled for 11am on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at New Harmony Baptist Church, 10251 FM 724, Tyler, Texas 75704. Visitation available at 10am proceeding the funeral. A reception to follow. Arrangements under the direction of Caudle-Rutledge-Daugherty Funeral Home in Lindale. Brother Robbie Caldwell will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Bud’s life. The family asks that donations be made to the New Harmony Youth Group in lieu of flowers.

Bud Gibbs

September 12, 1921 - June 28, 2016