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Alvester Gibson 1942 - 1987

Alvester Gibson of 265 Riverview Drive, in Vallejo, CA was born on January 18, 1942 in Union, Union County, South Carolina United States, and died at age 45 years old on June 29, 1987. Alvester Gibson was buried at Golden Gate National CemeterySection CA-6 Site D-17 1300 Sneath Lane, in San Bruno, Ca.
Alvester Gibson
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Deceased 265 Riverview Drive, in Vallejo, CA 94589
January 18, 1942
Union, Union County, South Carolina, 29379, United States
June 29, 1987
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  • Introduction

    Born to Alfanso and Amy Tensiley-Gibson, he was the middle child of three children, an older brother and a younger sister. After his parents divorced, his mother remarried and gave birth to another girl. Al and Joy wanted a girl and decided to adopt a daughter once their youngest son was a junior in college. Al was in DC attending a special training, when his youngest son, Brian was born. He didn't believe the baby was a boy until he was reunited with his family and met Brian. Needless to say, he was so proud of his sons, Anthony and Brian.
  • 01/18
    1942

    Birthday

    January 18, 1942
    Birthdate
    Union, Union County, South Carolina 29379, United States
    Birthplace
  • Nationality & Locations

    Born in Union, SC and grew up in Chicago, IL. Al joined the army where he served in three wars: Korean, Dominican Republic and Vietnam. He was awarded the Silver Star, the 2nd highest award for bravery in the USA. After his duty at Ft Bragg, NC, where he served in the 82nd Airborn, he was transferred to Okinawa. AL met his wife of 22 years, Joyce Burden-Gibson, aka Joy. Joy was a dependent in Okinawa. They married a year later at Ft Bragg. They have two sons, Anthony and Brian. They also lived in Germany for eight years, and traveled extensively. Al retired while serving at Ft Ord, CA in Military Intelligence, as a Command Sgt Major. After his retirement, he and his family moved to the Bay area. After completing his MBA, he was recruited by Lockheed Martin in Sunnyvale.
  • Early Life & Education

    Univ of Maryland - Undergrad degree Golden Gate Univ - MBA
  • Religious Beliefs

    Spiritual
  • Military Service

    Branch of service: Us Army Rank attained: SGM Wars/Conflicts: Korea, Vietnam
  • Personal Life & Family

    Al and his family were avid skiers while living in Europe and they loved to entertain friends and family. The prepared most meals together, always trying new and exciting g recipes.
  • 06/29
    1987

    Death

    June 29, 1987
    Death date
    Unknown
    Cause of death
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    Death location
  • Gravesite & Burial

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    Funeral date
    Golden Gate National CemeterySection CA-6 Site D-17 1300 Sneath Lane, in San Bruno, Ca 94066
    Burial location
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Al was an amazing husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. A former friend described AL to others as, "the nicest guy I ever met". He wasn't just nice, he was extremely intelligent. I often tell others that I never used a thesaurus while Al was living...
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Anthony's 6th grade graduation- May 1978
Date & Place: in Pacifica, San Mateo County, California United States
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