Michael Anthony Gibbons (Passed away 24 Mar 2020)

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In loving memory of Michael Anthony Gibbons who sadly passed away on 24th March 2020

Irish Blessing
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Michael was hard working, supportive, generous and loving. He was strong like a great oak. A huge character; an anchor in the ebb and flow of our lives.

He was hilarious. Quirky. A Londoner of Irish descent and a 'Gooner' through and through.

He will be remembered as the best father and husband in the world.

The outpouring of grief since his death has been overwhelming. He loved very deeply and was loved and respected in return.

Considering the current circumstances, we will be having a memorial to celebrate Michael's life as soon as the time is right.

Thank you all for your kind words and support at this difficult time.

Kate & Catherine

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We are having a memorial for Michael on Thursday 21st March 2024. 2pm at St Marylebone Crematorium followed by a reception at The Canonbury Tavern. Would be wonderful to celebrate his life with the people who loved him.

We are having a memorial for Michael on Thursday 21st March 2024. 2pm at St Marylebone Crematorium followed by a reception at The Canonbury Tavern. Would be wonderful to celebrate his life with the people who loved him.

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Noel Browne wrote

Happy heavenly birthday mate

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  • Hi Noel, hope you are well. Just to let you know we are having a memorial for Michael on Thursday 21st March 2024 x

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Noel Browne wrote

Birthday greeting old pal

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Vivienne Mahon wrote

All our love from Sean, James, Vivienne and family. X

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Mike with Cat on Fathers Day 2017

Mike with Cat on Fathers Day 2017

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Margaret Boland wrote

Michael may be gone but he will never be forgotten. I remember the day mum brought Michael home from the hospital as if it was yesterday. He was a gorgeous baby, who never cried always smiled. He went on to become a lovely generous man, who worked extremely hard for all those he loved. Days can be difficult, especially when I’m waiting for Michael’s text to ask my prediction for the Arsenal game, I was usually wrong and he was usually right, sorry to say that remains the same. I think about Michael every day and I don’t think the sadness of his loss will ever leave me. I know that Michael found great love and happiness with his lovely wife and daughter, Kate and Catherine, it was a love that didn’t need to be talked about it it was just there. Leo, Liam and I are thinking of all who knew and loved Michael today, especially Kate and Catherine, much love to you both, Margaret xxx

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  • Thank you Margaret, Leo and Liam. Thinking of you all today. Much love. Kate and Cat xxx

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Marie Beardmore wrote

Dearest Mike, don’t know where to begin, can’t believe a year since you left us. So many special memories. Generous to a fault, with a heart of gold, you made every experience richer. You left a mark dear Mike and will never be forgotten. Miss your laugh and your twinkly blue eyes - so much light and life in them, can’t believe you are gone. Thinking of Kate and Cat today especially. Love Marie xxx ❤️ ⭐️ ❤️ ⭐️

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  • Thank you Marie. Love to you and Doreen. Love Kate and Cat xxx

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Madeline Ioannou wrote

Uncle Michael. Life will never be the same without you. The suns shines a little less each day, love you always. X

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  • Thank you Madeline. Love always. Kate and Cat xxx

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Maureen Antoinette wrote

Remembering your sparkling eyes, showing how bright and clear your soul was. A loved and respected man. Highly regarded by our family.

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  • Thank you Maureen and family. So many happy memories. Love to you all. Kate and Cat xxx

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helen compton wrote

Thinking of you Kate & Catherine at this time, it's hard to be it's a year ago today since Micheal left us, great character in every way, he will ne missed. Prayers & thoughts are with u all at this time.

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  • Thank you Helen. Love to you and yours. Kate and Cat xxx

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Cindi Jacobs-Skeen wrote

Dearest Micky so sad to hear of your passing. So kind, generous and wise. Happy memories of being at yours and the larks we got up to in our youth. The perfect day was going over to see the Arsenal play and then on to Epping for horse riding. Although we lost touch memories will always remain. The song remains the same . . . and you taught me that Identity is not wrapped up in the Barn you were born in and I have carried that with me always . . . Goodnight sweetheart.

Condolences to Kate and Catherine and much love and thoughts to Annette, Ray and Margaret.

Cindi xxx

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  • Thank you Cindi. A year ago today since Michael died. Hard to believe.... Thank you. Love Kate and Cat xxx

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Absolutely gutted for everyone. He really was a top bloke

Absolutely gutted for everyone. He really was a top bloke

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  • He loved you all. Kate and Cat xxx

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Noel Browne wrote

Kate and Catherine

So sorry to hear of Micks loss, he was a true friend as we went through life in our early days and into adulthood.

Lost touch in recent years but the memories live on

Noel Browne

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  • Thank you Noel. Much love Kate and Cat xxxx

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Peter Kemzura wrote

So saddened to hear of your passing, dear Mickey. You are were a fine and valued friend. So sorry our life's path steered us apart. My sincere condolences to your family and all those that loved you.

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  • Thank you Peter. Love Kate and Cat xxx

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Brian Mulligan wrote

Hard to believe this lovely energy, this force for good has gone. Met before our Lady and St Joe's - the old building - and palled around for years -in and out of each other's houses taking on and beating allcomers on those cinder pitches at London Fields - brightened every room he was in - never took too much seriously (apart from important stuff like Family and Friends and Arsenal). My mum (god rest her soul) always loved the story of Micky missing school cos floodlights weren't allowed on during some strike. This meant early kick off - he spotted by the Head on telly standing in his usual place on the Northbank. The Mulligans - Big Tom, Tom, Sean, Fionnuala, Una and Me send their condolences - sorry for your troubles. The world will miss you Micky but not as much as us.

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  • Love that. Thank you Brian. Kate and Cat xxx

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Maureen Antoinette wrote

The kindest Gent, none like him.

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Marie Beardmore wrote

Always there with a smile and a helping hand, a big guy with an enormous heart, hilarious and wise in equal measure, you’ve left such an imprint of love and laughter on me and my family, and it is heartbreaking to know we’ll never see you again on this earth. We’ll never forget you lovely Mike, they broke the mould when they made you, you are forever in our hearts and we will treasure the many wonderful memories we have of you like fine jewels. Sleep well, dearest Mike, love always, Marie, Doreen and Russ xx ❤️💔⭐️

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Madeleine Campbell wrote

Condolences to Kate and Catherine. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May my lovely cousin Michal Rest in Peace.

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