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James Giblin Obituary
James G. Giblin, age 56, of Elmhurst, suddenly, beloved son of Dolores and the late Jack Giblin; loving brother of Patricia Doyle, Susan (George) Wick, Diane Michelle and Robert Giblin; cherished uncle of Logan Ewing, Colleen and David Wick and Jackson Giblin; soul mate and partner of Darlene Kline. Jim spent 38 years working for Jewel Foods in the Melrose Park warehouse.
He was proud of his Irish heritage and he loved to cheer the Cubs at Wrigley Field. He will be missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Services have been held.
Arrangements by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com
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The Gibbons Family
March 29, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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John Woods
March 25, 2019
Worked at Jewel with Jim .
He always seemed happy to see me and always good for a few laughs.
Good guy .. carefree...
Not a hater..
The world needs more people like Jimmy Gibbs' .
Mary And Paul Carbonari
March 25, 2019
Wishing some Peace and comfort at this time. One more Angel in gods house.
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