Peggy Gibson Ownbey, a resident of Cleveland passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at her home. She was born in Bradley County Oct. 19, 1925. She was the daughter of the late Dee Gibson Sr and Fern McDaris Gibson. She was preceded in death by her sister, Jeanette Dockery of Cleveland; brother, Dee Gibson Jr of Bowling Green, Ky.; and a special uncle, James Gibson of Cleveland. Despite becoming legally blind at age 35, she chose to live life to the> fullest. She had an infectious personality, a contagious zest for life and love for people, especially children. A committed Christian, she gently witnessed the love of her Lord through her kindness, laughter, listening and a teaching and caring spirit. She had been a member of First Baptist Church in Cleveland since the 40's. Survivors include her husband of 69 years, James Ruel Ownbey of Cleveland; daughter, Jennifer (Jan) Link of Washington, D.C.; grandson, J.J. Link; and her great-granddaughters: Katie Link and Courtney Link; son and daughter-in-law, Rudy and Cathy Ownbey; grandchildren: Ashley Ownbey and Tyler Ownbey; son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Laura Anne Ownbey; granddaughters: Erin, Megan and Sara Anne Ownbey; brother-in-law, John "Red" Dockery; aunt, Berta Hughes Gibson; sister-in-law, Betty Gibson of Bowling Green, Ky.; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at 7 p.m. today, Dec. 10, 2009, in the chapel of Fike Funeral Home with the Rev. Jim Gibson officiating. Viewing will take place following the service. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga, 4411 Oakwood Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37416. We invite you to send a message of condolence and view the Ownbey family guest book at http://www.fikefh.com/
Jan (Jennifer) Ownby Link '66
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