Theresa Joan Hopkins Gibson was born in St. Michaels, MD on December 21, 1942. She is the fourth child conceived by the late Arthur E. and Carrie Virginia Hopkins.
Baptized at an early age, Joan started her Spiritual journey at Union United Methodist Church (St. Michaels, MD); later she became a member of Gunston Chapel (Fort Belvoir, VA).
Educated in Talbot County public schools, Joan, as she was affectionately known excelled as an accountant for Honeywell Protection Services for 20 years before retiring in 1998.
She was united in Holy matrimony to Frank E. Gibson on September 6, 1969. Joan, Frank and Tammy (daughter) moved to Virginia were Frank continued his military service of 23 years.
Joan was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who had a passion for life that showed through the many lives she touched. One of the brightest moments of Joan’s life happened when her grandson (Paul) was born. She enjoyed spending time with family and traveling with her closest friends; Howard and Debbie Blake and now deceased Randy and Doretha Elliott. After retirement, her favorite hobbies included shopping at thrift stores, yard sales or anything that dealt with shopping. Joan was a feisty lady who had a heart of gold and a laugh that could brighten anyone’s day. Her strength, determination, and loving and caring spirit were an inspiration to all who knew her.
Joan departed this life peacefully on Friday, August 25, 2017 at her residence in Dumfries, VA. She leaves to cherish in loving memory: her loving and devoted husband of 48 years, Frank; daughter Tammy (Anthony); son Gary and grandson Paul; four sisters: Dorothy, Gloria, Emma and Diane; one brother: Charles and one sister-in-law Shirley. She is preceded in death by one brother, Arthur Jr. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00AM Thursday, August 31, 2017 at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, VA where a memorial service will be held at 11:00AM with Elder Eddie Sampson officiating, Interment will follow at Quantico National Cemetery,
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