Ritchie Downs Gibson
December 1, 1965 ~ April 13, 2009
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:00AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will recieve friends on Thursday, April 16, 2009 in the funeral home chapel from 5:00PM until 8:00PM with prayers being recited at 7:00PM
Ritchie Downs Gibson, 43, of Clements, MD died April 13, 2009 in Leonardtown, MD. Born December 1, 1965 in Leonardtown, MD he was the son of Mildred Downs Gibson and the late Andrew “Jack” Gibson Sr. He is survived by his sons Ritchie Lee Gibson of Avenue, MD and Andrew Blake Gibson, of Clements, MD., siblings Sherry Brown of Avenue, Bonnie Mattingly of Abell, Buddy Gibson of Clements and Mildred Sue Farrell of Avenue, he was preceded in death by his brother Jackie Gibson. He was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and was a Home Builder by trade. The family will recieve friends on Thursday, April 16, 2009 from 5:00 until 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel Leonardtown, MD, where prayers will recited at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:00AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be Charles Mattingly, Billy Jack Gibson, John Hurry, Dale Tennyson, Johnnie Hammett and Keith Hewitt. Honorary Pallbearers were Mac Lawrence, Jerry Bowling, Danny Gatton and Bobby Hewitt. Contributions may be made to Seventh District Volunteer Rescue Squad P.O Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609 and/or Holy Angels Catholic Church 21335 Coltons Point Rd Avenue, MD 20609.
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“Ritchie’s family: We are very sorry for your loss. Ritchie helped build the home we live in. He will be in our thoughts and prayers. Take Care of each other. Please let us know if we can be of any help. May God be with you all.”
“We were so very sorry to hear about Ritchie. We so much enjoyed seeing him at church every Sunday; he was such a great person. God be with you all.”
“Lil Ritchie, Blake , Kitty Just Sunday Driving home we passed Ritchie and like always he was smiling and hands just a waving, this is such a shock to all of us. Who would have ever thought after just seeing him. May God help the three of you through this, you all are strong, he was a great person to many, and will leave a special touch in everyone’s heart. Shall any of you need anything please just call. Just remember all the great times together and his great smile!”
“We are sad to hear of Ritchie’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep his memories close to your heart. The Longs”
“Little Ritchie and family, My heart felt sympathy to you all. He always had a smile and a freindly hello for me whenever I seen him, if there is anything I can do please let me know. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.”
“Little Ritchie and family, We are so sad to hear about your dad. Please know that our prayers are with you all.”
“To Lil Richie… I am so sorry for your loss. I know what it feels like I lost mine a year sgo. I sm so sorry. I love you cuz.”
“Buddy, We are so sorry to hear about Ritchie. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold tight to you memories they will pull you through.”
“Ritchie you are in my thoughts –friends forever, God Bless, rest in peace.”
“Little Ritchie, and family, We are so sorry to hear about Big Ritchie. He always kept a smile on his face and made everyone laugh when he was around. If you need anything let us know.”
“To all the Gibsons, Buddy, “Mimi” Sue and Little Ritchie. Like Darlene said, the good die young. You’re all in my thoughts. “
“Buddy & Family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your Brother Ritchie. I can remember the time that we helped him work on one of his houses. He was a great guy to work with. Again sorry to hear, Anything I can do please call.”
“To the entire Gibson family. We are so sorry to hear of Ritchies passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.”
“To all of Ritchie’s Family – We are so very sorry to hear of the untimely passing of a wonderful man. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers and that we will be here for you – all you need do is give us a call.”
“To the Gibson Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your memories help to ease your pain. Ritchie’s warm & friendly smile will be missed by all who knew him. “
“Ritchie, I know I never got to meet your dad. But I know he must have been a wonderful man to have a son like you. If you need anything I am always here for you. Your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Mildred Sue & Billy, Connie & Buddy, Little Ritchie and Family I am so sorry to hear about Big Ritchie’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“With heartfelt condolences our thoughts and prayers are with Kitty and the Gibson family. May God Bless you…. Andy & Sandy Edger “
“”Little Ritchie and the entire Gibson family. Our thoughts and prayers our with all of you. Little Ritchie, you need anything let us know. Bonnie Readmond, Wendy Hendrix “
“To the entire Gibson Family, We are truly sorry for the loss of Ritchie who was so young. Please know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.”
“To the Gibson Family. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ritchie’s passing. Hang on to your memories. They will help you through this sorrowful time. I will keep you in my prayers.”
“Out thoughts and prayers are with the Gibson Family. Our deepest sympathy.”
“To all the Gibson family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. He was way too young, but they say the good die young..God has his reasons.”
“Too all the Gibson family, especially Buddy and Connie– We are very saddened to hear of Ritchie passing, he was far to young and far to good a person to have his life cut this short. You all are in our thoughts and prayers, if you need anything let us know. May God Bless you —-“
“Little Ritchie and Blake, I have known your dad and the whole Gibson family but I was closest to your father. If there is one thing in this life your father loved and held dearest in his heart were you two boys you were his reason for living and he was one of the best fathers I have ever met. Little Ritchie make sure you take care of yourself, you are your daddy’s name sake. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Your dad was one of a kind and such a great friend to me I will miss him dearly. “
“Lil Richie, Kitty, Buddy and family — I am so saddened by the loss of Richie. I’ll miss our drive by conversations when I go to my Dad’s house. We would always stop and talk and catch up on what’s been going on and talk about the good ole days. He was a great guy… Kitty — the Lord has taken another one of our classmates way to young… He must of needed another strong arm and warm heart to help hold heaven’s doors. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need anything, call me. Luanne”
“Ritchie was so deep in so many hearts, he brought so much joy and will be deeply missed. We are here if the family needs anything at all, please let us know. “Johnny & Family””
“We are sorry to hear about your loss. He was a good man with a kind heart. It is hard now but times will get better. Our deepest Condolences. “
“Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Maurice Stewart & Family”
“We are so sorry to hear that Ritchie has passed away. Buddy, you and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. Teresa and Sammy Smith and Rusty Quade”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May it comfort you to know how many friends loved him. David will certainly miss his Buddy. If there is anything you need please don’t hesitate to let us know.”
“To all those affected by the untimely passing of our brother, father, and friend we keep you in our prayers. Ritchie’s hearty laugh, his easy smile and his kind nature are things we will never forget. Thank you for making our house a home and bless you into your next life. From everyone at Ryce Electric’s family to the entire Gibson family – God be with you and yours. We will think of you and pray for you.”
“Little Ritchie and family, the West family is so sorry for your loss, your dad was a good friend of ours and he will be truly missed. My God watch over your during this difficult time. If there is anything Jerry, Jay or myself can do, you know where we live.”
“Ritchie,Buddy and family:Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ritchie was a wonderful man, always there to lend a hand, always happy a devoted father. I have lots of memories of you and your dad together. If there is anything you need please let us know. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family. Denise Costanzo and Ronnie Alvey “
“Lil Ritchie and the entire family we are so saddened to hear of Ritchie’s passing. He was absolutely the nicest and kindest person that anyone would ever want to know. He would always meet us with a great big smile and a friendly hello. Hold on to your most precious memories and may God watch over all of you. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Lil Ritchie if there is anything at all that you may need please do not hestiate to call. “
“Little Richie and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is something we can do please let us know. Heidi Norris and Tony Farrell”
“TO THE GIBSON FAMILY. OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.”
“Kitty, Blake, Lil Ritchie, Buddy and Connie, the Gibson family and all who loved Ritchie. We are so sorry for your loss. Although we will be unable to be with you at this difficult and sorrowful time. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you. Ritchie was a wonderful person and always had a smile on his face and always had good things to say. Trust in God, he has good reasons,it’s really hard to understand right now. In time you will. Pray for strength, the Lord will get you through these difficult times. You Will Be Forever In Our Prayers. Ray and Angel Quade “
“We mourn your loss and saddened. Please let us know if we can do anything. Richie will be in our prayers and hearts.”
“Lil Ritchie, Blake , Kitty and family, We are so very sorry about your loss. You, are all in our thoughts! There couldn’t have been a more friendly, nice ,compassionate ,person than Ritchie. We are here for all of you if there is anything we can do. The Hewitt’s and Plumbing Unlimited. “
“Buddy and Family, Words cannot express the sorrow that we feel for you all. My last memory of Richie will be Easter Sunday when he passed the collection box around at 8AM Mass. I recall thinking how nice he looked. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and we are here for you. Love,”
“MY VERY BEST WISHES TO THE GIBSON FAMILY AT THE PASSING OF RITCHIE.”
“”Little Ritchie our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything you know where to find us. “
“To the Gibson Family. I was shocked when I heard the news of Ritchie’s passing. My heart felt sympathy and condolences to you all. When I see that picture, I see a Big Jack Gibson. I’m sure they’re up there together. May he Rest in Peace.”
“WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RITCHIE, HE WAS A GREAT MAN, ALWAYS SMILED AND TAPED THE HORN AND WAVED WHEN HE WENT BY ME AND MY WIFES HOUSE, IF U NEED ANYTHING LET US KNOW.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with all the Gibson family. I know how hard it is to loose a loved one in your family. Remember all the good times that you had together. God Bless You!”
“To the entire Gibson family: I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ritchie’s passing. Just reviewing the condolences here is a testiment of how he lived his life and how much he was cared for. Hold on to your memories of him and to the fact that God has prepared a special place for Ritchie. Only he knows why he called Ritchie to him so soon, but trust in God. I pray that your family will hold each other close in support through this sorrowful time but also remember to reach out to extended friends and family for extra support if need be. God Bless. Saundra”
“Ritchie was such a good guy – a true diamond in the rough. It was always fun talking and joking with him. We will never forget his kindness and feel lucky to have known him. You left too soon, Cat! “
“Kitty, “Little Ritchie, Blake and family….We are so saddened to hear of Ritchie’s passing so suddenly. He was both our neighbor and friend – he would stop by frequently to chat about this or that, smiling, joking and to talk about my hobby of boat models -he was so cheerful and shared a laugh or two. We will miss him. If you need anything please let us know. Our prayers are with you.”
“To all the Gibson family, So very sorry to hear of Ritchie’s passing. Looking at his picture, he looks so much like Jackie, whom I know you still miss. Keep him alive with your memories and take care of each other. “
“To the family my deepest condolences. The loss of a loved one is never easy. You will always have your memories,keep them near and dear. God bless you all.”
“Our deepest sympathy for the tragic loss of such a young man, who was kind to all.”
“To the entire Gibson Family…Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Ritchie was a wonderful person and always had a smile on his face. If there is anything you need, please give us a call. “
“To the Gibson Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold the memories close to your heart and remember all the good times. May God Bless. “
“We are saddened to hear of the passing of Richie, We’ve known Richie for soo many years and were shocked to hear of his passing. You are all in our hearts and prayers right now! If there is anything any of you need, all you have to do is ask! Love to you all!”
“To the Gibson Family, I am just so shocked to hear about Richie’s sudden passing. The entire Gibson Family are truly the nicest people you could ever meet. Whenever I ran into Richie or Buddy and Connie that I wasn’t greeted with a converstation and a good laugh. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear of Ritchie’s sudden passing. Kitty, Lil Richie and Blake, our hearts and prayers are with you ,and the Gibson family. PaulaChing,Jimmy Sandy,Robby Ching Jr.”
“My Prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Whenever I seen him, he was always smiling and waving.”
“Mildred Sue & Billy and Buddy & Connie, I was so very sorry to hear of your great loss. May God be with you at this time. If I can be of help in any way let me know. My prayers are with your entire family. “
“Little Ritchie, We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF RITCHIE.HE WAS ALWAYS FULL OF LIFE AND ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE.JUST REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND KEEP HIM NEXT TO YOUR HEART EVERY DAY.GOD HAS CALLED ON HIM BUT HIS MEMORY WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU.”
“Ritchie was a long time customer of ours and always had a smiling face when he entered the door. Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy go out to his family. We will miss him dearly. “
“Gibson FAmily, My heart aches for you all. May God Bless you at this most difficult time. Ritchie has always been a great guy and a hard worker. May he rest in peace knowning he did what was pleasing to God.”
“My thought and prayers are with the Gibson Family. Ritchie was a wonderful person with a warm heart! Just this past Thanksgiving, when my well pump burst Big Ritchie and Little Ritchie spend their Thanksgiving Day pumping water out of the basement and fixing the problem while others were eating dinner with their family. I insisted that it could wait until the next day but Ritchie being the person he was he had to fix it that day. In days to come, I hope you find comfort in the kind words friends leave for you expressing their memories of such a special person.”
“To Buddy and Family, We are all saddened by the loss of Ritchie. God Bless you all. Cathy & Jimmy Oliver”
“Kitty, Blake, Ritchie, & Ashley- Please know we send our deepest sympathies and hearfelt condolences in the time of sorrow. Know that we understand and care for you and hope the memories you have of Ritchie gives each of you the comfort and strength you need. As your Civista Family we offer you all of our support and love.”
“We are so sorry for your family’s loss of Richie—take care of each other during this time and know many people have you in their hearts and thoughts—especially to Buddy and Connie–our prayers are with you.”
“To the whole Gibson family, our sincerest sympathy to you and your family. He left this world way to soon and he will be missed greatly.”
“My sincere condolences to the entire Gibson family. Ritchie always had a smile and a kind word for everyone he came in contact with. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. My prayers are with you all.”
“To all the family, He will be remembered in our prayers.”
“To the Gibson family my condolences. He will be missed if he knew you, you were a friend.”
“Life can be so hard sometimes. May you be comforted by the many warm thoughts of those who care.”
“To the Entire Gibson Family- Just Easter Sunday Ritchie opened the door at church for us, told Kayleigh how pretty she looked and wished us both a Happy Easter. I was shocked and saddened to hear that such a kind, thoughtful, good person had been taken so young. May he rest in peace and may the memories you hold help get you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless”
“I am sad to hear of Ritchie passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. God bless!”
“To the Gibson family. We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Joe, Margie, Nicky & Chad Oliver”
“I’m shocked and very sorry to hear of Ritchie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gibson family. “
“So sorry to hear of Ritchie’s passing. May God bless all his family at this sad time. May Ritchie rest in peace with all his family in heaven.”
“Our hearts go out to the Gibson family on their loss. Ritchie will be missed by many…”
“I am Uncle Jim Bruse, my wife Ann Gibson passed away Dec 2005. I am now 89, I knew Richie as a little boy who liked to play pool. He stood on a box to play. I love the Gibson Family”
“Lil Ritchie and family. Our hearts ache for you. Listen and hear the prayers that surround you now. Keep them in your heart, this will give you strength and keep you strong to carry on. You will always be welcome to stop by anytime. ‘Ms Joan’ Fortner, Laurie, Nikki, and Kacee Fowler.”
“We are so saddened by the news of Ritchie’s death. We will continue to hold him up as a shining example of the kind of honest, hard working person that makes this county, and indeed this country, the great place it is. We keep you, his family, in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Ritchie fixed up my house after a water leak. He did a great job. It was a very stressful time for me because my husband was deployed and I work full time. He always had a smile on his face. He was honest and fair. I was shocked to read of his death. He will definately be missed. He touched the lives of many people in a positive and lasting way. “
“We want to write something to console the family of Ritchie and it is difficult because it is hard to express the love that we have for Ritchie and his family. He was a great guy and very special! Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time and please be assured of our daily thoughts and prayers. “