H. Lamar Gibson Obituary (1932 - 2011)

H. Lamar Gibson click here to listen to Funeral recording West Weber - Harold Lamar Gibson returned to his Heavenly Father surrounded by his family on Sunday, June 12, 2011. Lamar was born June 9, 1932 to Harold W. and Edna C. Gibson in Ogden, Utah and lived in West Weber most of his life. He graduated from Weber High School, joined the Navy, and was a veteran of the Korean War. Upon returning home he continued working on the family farm and eventually became the sole owner of one of the most successful dairy farms in Northern Utah. He married his sweetheart, Ruth Marie Pierce, in the Logan LDS Temple on May 24, 1957. Together they were blessed with three beautiful daughters, Julie, Lana, and Kathy. In 1998 after the passing of Ruth, Lamar was blessed with another love, Mary Ann. Through their marriage they brought together several families that became one. Lamar served faithfully in all of his assignments in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout his life. In Lamar's younger years he was involved with horse racing and continued to enjoy it throughout his life. Lamar had a deep love of farming and was known as one of the great dairymen of Weber County who helped advance the industry in the area. Lamar was a hard worker whose example helped build the character of those around him. Lamar's love of farming was surpassed only by the love he had for his family. Later in life his greatest joy was sharing in the successes of his grandchildren. Whether it was church, education, work, sitting down to talk, or just watching a ball game he cherished the time spent with each of them. Survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann; daughters, Julie (Frank) Egginton, Lana (Kent) Nielsen; sister, Cheryle Harper and sister-in-law, Dianne Gibson; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents; brother Lyman; wife Ruth Marie and daughter Kathy. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at the West Weber 3rd Ward Chapel, 900 S. 4100 W. The family will meet with friends and family on Tuesday, June 14th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Ogden Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd. and Wednesday at the church prior to the service from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Interment will be at the West Weber Cemetery where Military Honors will be accorded. The family would like to thank the dedicated health professionals and Inspirational Hospice, especially Matt and Ann, for their kind and compassionate care during the last months of his life. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Primary Children's Hospital or the LDS Church Missionary Fund. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Ogden 100 Monroe Blvd. Ogden, UT 84404 June 14, 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ServiceWest Weber 3rd Ward Chapel 4100 West 900 South West Weber, UT 84404 June 15, 2011 11:00 AM CemeteryWest Weber Cemetery 4592 West 950 North West Weber, UT 84404 June 15, 2011