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In loving memory of our mother, Sharon Ann “Mim” Gibson of Burnside, KY, who passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Cambridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Lexington. She was born on November 4, 1945 in Harlan, KY, to the late Fayette and Ruby Haynes. She was preceded in death by her husband James “Jimmy” Gibson; two sisters, Lorene Philpot and Pauletta Nicholas; four brothers, Henry Haynes, Larry Haynes, Marion Haynes, and Marvin Haynes. She is survived by daughter Carol Griffin; son James (Amanda) Gibson; granddaughter Meagan (Tim) Raymer; grandsons Aaron Padgett, Austin Griffin, Xavier Gibson, and Zane Gibson, and great-grandsons Atticus Raymer and Gaius Raymer; sisters, Betty Hill and Carolyn (Bruce) Foster; and brother, Bob Haynes.
Sharon was a kind, giving, and compassionate person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. She was a source of inspiration to us all and she will be deeply missed by countless dear friends and everyone whose life she touched.
Sharon loved being surrounded by her family and was always there for her children and grandchildren, whether they needed help or just a shoulder to cry on. She was a woman of strong faith and instilled in her family the importance of hard work and always doing what is right. Some of our fondest memories will be of Mom spending her summer gardening, cooking for her family, and watching hummingbirds together on her front porch.
Sharon worked serving the public at Seven Gables Restaurant, Lakeview Restaurant, and Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Mom, you will always be in our hearts and we will never forget you. We love you so much. Rest in peace.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 19 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Southern Oaks Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on September 19 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Southern Oaks Funeral Home with Dr. Jay Padgett officiating. Burial will follow in Burnside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in tribute of Sharon to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
Sorry for your loss. A very sweet lady .I work with her at the hospital. Prayers for you all.
Carol and family,
I’m sorry for the loss of your dear, sweet Mom! She was such a delight to know! I enjoyed getting to chat with her and catch up on all of the family when we’d see one another after you and the kids were already gone from BES! She had so much love and joy to share with all the world! May God bring you and all the family His comfort and peace as you celebrate her life well lived! Blessed to have known your Mom and all your family!
Carol,
So sorry for your loss. Many happy teenage memories spent at your home with your dear mother. Even as time moved on, as we did as well, it was always a pleasure to run into Sharon who always had a smile on her face and was always in a happy place esp. if it was the “The Boat”which I think was her fave restaurant. She was truly a lovely and warm woman and you were blessed to have her as your mother. You could always tell how proud of you she was. Even as an oblivious teen, I could see that a mile away!
Carol and Family,
I’m sorry for the loss of your dear Mom! She was such a delightful person and such a blessing to all who knew her! I count it my privilege to be among those who was blessed to know her! I always enjoyed seeing her and hearing about all the family! Her face would light up as she shared about all of you! You and all the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I miss you, mim. I wish you saw me skating. Love
-Atticus Weston Raymer