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Anthony Gibson

Passed 11/20/2023

Obituary For Anthony Gibson

Anthony Gibson, 59 of Merritt, NC, passed at CarolinaEast Medical Center, New Bern, NC., Monday November 20,2023.

Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, November 26, 2023, at St. Peter's AME Zion Church.

There is no viewing and live streaming.

Anthony is survived by his wife, Dawn Baldwin Gibson; son, Spencer Baldwin (Malika); daughter, Kaitlyn Gibson; brothers, George Williams, David Cunningham, Eric Cunningham, Brian Frank Cunningham; sisters, Dorothy Simmons, Joyce Young, Dolly Moss Thomas, Beulah Whitedeamus, Deborah C. Taylor, Wanda C. Ward, Julia C. Hargett, Tracy C. Moore, Vicki C. Sykes; aunt, Lillia Pearl Kinsey; three grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers please make a contribution to the Anthony Gibson Scholars Fund, P.O. Box 14253, New Bern, NC., 28561.


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I will never forget Anthony's kind words, infectious smile and gratitude towards others. I enjoyed working with him and I am still in a state of shock that he is gone. He is the type of person that when you meet him, he will always be with you! My condolences to Dawn and the rest of the family. Looking in from the outside and seeing you two work side by side, minister side by side, was a beautiful union. God bless you!

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Sending condolences and prayers to Dr. Dawn Gibson and family. I will always remember and be grateful for Pastor Anthony in the work we did together. His kind smile and willingness to share his time and his faith was a gift. Chris Pernell

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All Praises are due Unto God. I briefly worked with Anthony in 2022. His demeanor and candor made an impression on me that I have always remembered him and looked up to him as a man of Wisdom and Knowledge. May God Bless him and his love ones. Romans 14:8

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We are truly sorry to hear about Anthony passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. If there's anything we can do to help or support you, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Marcus J. Hill & Hill Family

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Our thoughts & prayers are with you in the days ahead. Pastors Jimmie & Tharesa Lee.

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I am heartbroken that this world has lost Anthony -- so kind and good. He and I have worked in the mental health field together for years. He will be missed. I believe he is sitting at the right hand of God so his soul continues but my sympathies to Dawn and all of Anthony's family. Linda Weeks-McDonald

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I am heartbroken that this world has lost Anthony -- so kind and good. He and I have worked in the mental health field together for years. He will be missed. I believe he is sitting at the right hand of God. My sympathies to Dawn and all of Anthony's family.

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Words just aren't enough to explain how I felt of hearing of the passing of our friend.Always the same pleasant smile where ever you saw he and Pastor Dawn.We shared something that gave my husband and I pure pleasure and that was the fact that you joined Cj and I as one of our groomsmen when we were married 20 years ago.Little did we know that you would 2 years later marry a diamond yourself.You will be missed Anthony and my heart goes out to your family.I know that God has all the answers whether we can handle them or not Rest on Mr.Gibson in the arms of the almighty rest on.

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My heart is heavy. To Dawn and the entire church family, you have my deepest sympathies. As my adopted brother during high school and continuing at college at NCState, words cannot express. I thank you for always being a true friend and mentor. You were always there with strong words of wisdom, encouragement, and guidance. In the words of Patty Labelle "You are my friend" and I will miss you always brother. Tell Annette hi, together again. RIH my brother.

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To Dr. Dawn Gibson and family, United Worship Center Family sends their deepest sympathy. We live in gratitude to our Lord and Savior for blessing us with all the love, talents and gifts of such an awesome man of God. May God continue to bless the family with perfect peace and surround you with his tender loving care.

Love, United Worship Center

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Anthony will always be remembered as a distinguished and noble person whose dedication to the New Bern Community will be deeply missed. My thoughts, condolences, and prayers are with you. - Reginald P. Davis

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I worked with Anthony at United Missionary Baptist Church, New Bern, NC. I still remember the brightness of Jesus that shone in his eyes. He was my Christian brother! I pray God's loving comfort and peace for his family and friends.

Blessings, Leslie Therrien

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Rest in peace Unc your job is done and god wanted you by his side, my comfort and prayers to Dawn the kids and grands. Robert Tripp Sr and family.

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Our sincerest condolences to the family. Much Love, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!!

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Another branch is missing from our family tree and we are deeply saddened, we are grateful for the times we had and we are looking forward to that great reunion when we all get together what a wonderful day it will be. We will sing and shout and give God the victory!! Until then we will keep you alive in our hearts and memories. We will speak your name often and cherish your memory. Love always to your siblings!! Joyce George Beulah and Dolly!

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To the Gibson family May God continue to strengthen you during this time of loss. May he give you peace and understanding as you heal. Sincerely Sanders and Hardesty family

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My sincere condolences, love and prayers. Amy Bryant

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I worked with Anthony years ago at Easter Seals and he was one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. May God surround the family with love, light, and peace. Prayers, Carolyn C Gray

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Sending my condolences to you and your family during this time. I pray that God gives you the strength and comfort during this moment. Sending you and your family love.

Sincerely, Mavis Cutler-Maye Baltimore, MD Class of 89

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May Faith give you strength, May Prayers bring you comfort. Thinking of you and praying for you and your family during these difficult days ahead. Sharon C Holloway Bryant.

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To Dr Dawn and family Our condolences to you doing this time of loss. So many times looking at your Facebook pictures I would say that is truly BlackLove,Godly love. May God wrap you in his loving arms during this difficult time. Tony & Veronica Nobles.

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My Condolences to you and your Family.I Thank God for places him in my path

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To the Gibson family. May God continue to comfort you in your time of bereavement. My prayers for strength to all he loved and who loved him in the days ahead. πŸ•ŠπŸ™πŸΎ Rodney Barnes, Jacksonville Florida

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My Sincere Prayers And Condolences To The Gibson Family During This Very Difficult Time,Anthony Was A Very Loving, Kind, And Compassionate Person, He Was Loved And Will Be Missed By Many,I Believe He's Resting In The Arms Of The Almighty God,Sleep On My Brother And Take Your Rest, We Love You But God Loves You Best!!πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™ŒπŸ™Œβ€οΈβ€οΈ Sister Norma Norman

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Deepest condolences to Dawn and family.You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Frannie

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To the Gibson Family, My sincere condolences and prayers go out to family. So sorry for your loss. May God's Grace keep you. Virginia Smith-Jones

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To Pastor Dawn and family, we extend our sincere condolences to you during this time of bereavement. Pastor Anthony was a wonderful man and always had a kind and fitly spoken Word. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Pastor Tony E. Credle (West Branch Church)

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To the Gibson Family: Bless those who mourn, eternal God, with the comfort of your love that they may face each new day with hope and the certainty that nothing can destroy the good that has been given. May their memories become joyful, their days enriched with friendship, and their lives encircled by your love. Love Elder Sheree Williams & Family

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Sending condolences to the Gibson Family on your loss. The Saunders Family of Merritt, NC

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My sincerest condolences to Dr. Dawn and the entire family. May GOD wrap HIS arms of comfort around you all during this time. May the memories you created as a family sustain you.

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Gibson Family, please accept my condolences. No one ever knows what to say in times like this. My team and I have had the pleasure of working with Anthony on many occasions over the years and he will truly be missed. You all are in our prayers. Warmest Sympathies, Reenita McRae ESUCP IT Service Desk Manager and Team.

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Dear Dawn and family, My heart and prayers are with you as you honor the legacy and memory of Anthony. His light will be missed.

Shakiera Causey, New Orleans, LA

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We will miss you tremendously. Heartfelt prayers and continued love for the family. Michael,Shanda,Azsa,& Ele Godette

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Our condolence are with you pastor Dawn Gibson and family. Pastor/Lady John Green & Holy Assembly COGIC. πŸ™

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My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gibson family during this difficult time. New Bern High School Class of 1982.

Bryan Norris

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Pastor Dawn and Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of bereavement. I thank God for the opportunity and privilege to have had a friend in life and ministry like, Pastor Anthony! If the EMC family or I can be of any assistance, don't hesitate to ask. Bishop Victor O. Foster And I heard a voice from heaven saying, blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, for they shall rest from their labor, and their works will follow them. Rev 14:13

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Pastor Dawn and Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of bereavement. I thank God for the opportunity and privilege to have had a friend in life and ministry like, Pastor Anthony! If the EMC family or I can be of any assistance, don't hesitate to ask. Bishop Victor O. Foster And I heard a voice from heaven saying, blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, for they shall rest from their labor, and their works will follow them. Rev 14:13

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My deepest condolences! Sending strength and prayers to The Gibson Family. Lisa Ruppel (ESUCP - Raleigh, NC)

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My deepest prayers go out to the Gibson family. Mr. Anthony was the most wonderful man. From mentoring my oldest son years ago; to speaking at my youngest son's memorial service. I admire the man of God that you were. You will truly be missed. Cherie Tyndall and family

Cherie Tyndall

My deepest condolences and prayers to Dr. Dawn Gibson and the entire family. Mr.Anthony Gibson blessed my life numerous times with his great knowledge and wisdom of the word of God. πŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏβ€οΈβ€οΈ

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To Dawn and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Anthony Gibson. What can I say? You were my friend, mentor and confidante. When I spoke with you on Nov. 9th your last words to me was Mrs. Lillie continue to trust God. I didn't know that that would be the last time I spoke with you. My heart is heavy but my spirit is rejoicing just knowing that that you knew the Lord and He knew you. Rest Easy My Friend. Lillian Burley-Guion

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Our deepest condolences to the family. We walked the same halls for a little while but we have the assurance that they lived a life and are forever with the Lord.πŸ™πŸ½β€οΈJames/Barnes Family

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To the Gibson family, fervent prayers abound. Dr. Edward Earl Bell, Raleigh, NC

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Our condolences to the Gibson family for your loss Skipper and Margaret Squires family.

1:corinthians 1:3-4.

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To the family I'm so sorry for the loss of your love one. Anthony will be miss by so many people. His kind spirit will never be forgotten. I pray that God will give you peace in the days ahead. Love Janis Saunders

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To the family I'm so sorry for the loss of your love one. Anthony will be miss by so many people. His kind spirit will never be forgotten. I pray that God will give you peace in the days ahead. Love Janis Saunders

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TO THE GIBSON FAMIL, MAY GOD GIVE YOU πŸ™ THE STRENGTH TO GO THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU. LOVE β™₯️ YOU, FROM THE YATES FAMILY.

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My heart is heavy as I bid farewell to a dear friend and classmate that I've known since 1st grade. My condolences to the entire Gibson family. Thomas Ellerbe

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My prayers and condolences to the Gibson family. Carla Moore New Bern, NC

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My Classmate, what a beautiful soul and person inside/out,I will miss your smile, kind words, you will be forever remembered as a friend first, and my dear classmate!!! Rest in Paradise!! πŸ₯°πŸ™πŸ½β€οΈ-Renee' Harris 9GRJ

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Sending our sincere condolences to the family. James and Tawnda Causey

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To the family my prayers and condolences are with you all. My classmate will forever and always live in my Heart Class of 1982 Lori Newkirk

Lori Newkirk

To Dr. Dawn Gibson & Family, May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your loved one has transitioned from this earthly tabernacle to his new home in glory! Although our hearts are heavy, we have the confidence and the assurance that our Heavenly Father will sustain and keep our hearts and minds in perfect peace, even during our darkest hours. Remember the words of David in PSALMS 91:1 -"He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most- High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." We will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer during this most difficult time! Dr. Erroll L. Royal & Family

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To the Gibson family. My heart is deeply saddened to hear of your loss. May God continue to bless and keep you. Please except my family's heart felt sympathy for our prayers are with you. God always know what's best. James & Theresa Parmley

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My condolences to the Gibson family for your loss. Gregory and Gloria Russell, Williamsburg, VA formerly of Oriental, NC.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. | New Bern, NC

Linda Ryan ESUCP sent Tender Tribute for Anthony Gibson - November 22, 2023

In Loving Memory of Anthony

May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you and your family. Our heartfelt sympathy. Sincerely, Easterseals UCP Staff & Diversity Family

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