Jerry L. Gibbs

Rev. Jerry L. Gibbs was born on August 20, 1946, the son of the late John Elmer and Paralee Mary Scott Gibbs. He married Alice Frazier Gibbs, who preceded him in death on January 9, 2007. Rev. Jerry later married Versie Louise Mounce Gibbs on August 18, 2007, who survives. Rev. Jerry departed this life on August 27, 2017, at the age of 71 years and 7 days.

Rev. Jerry attended Cornerstone United Pentecostal Church in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He worked in ministry for over 50 years and was a pastor for over 25 years. Rev. Jerry was the pastor for River Heights Pentecostal Church for 16 of those years. He enjoyed playing washboard and spending time with his grandchildren. Rev. Jerry was a meat cutter, woodworker, and an excellent cook that loved his family and the Lord.

In addition to his wife, Rev. Jerry is survived by his sons, Michael Gibbs and wife Heather of Adamsville, Tennessee; James Barks of Rector, AR. a daughter, Amanda Thurman; and grandchildren, Nathaniel Gibbs, Rebekah Gibbs, Samuel Gibbs, Charles Barks, and Glen Thurman.

Along with his first wife and parents, Rev. Jerry was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Gibbs.