A Sad Note Randall Gibson

[RichSr]

Although this had, been mistakenly reported last year, I understand through local contacts (family) that Randall Gibson passed away last week. Services held Monday June 18th in Midland TX. A loss to both the Luger collecting and Midland communities.

[Edward Tinker]

George Randall Gibson, 72, of Midland, passed away Thursday, June 14, 2007.

He was born April 2, 1935 in Northfield, Minnesota to George Randall Gibson and Orpha Olsen Gibson. Randall graduated from Midland High School in 1953, from Stanford University in 1957 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics, and in 1959 from the Wharton School of Finance of the University of Pennsylvania with a Masters Degree in Business Administration. Upon completion of his education, he was employed by the First National Bank of Midland for nine years. He then entered the oil and gas business, with which he was involved until his death.

Randall was an avid collector his entire life, and was an enthusiastic follower of auto racing, attending the Indianapolis 500 forty seven times. He authored a book titled, "The Krieghoff Parabellum", and maintained a collection of World War II era German Lugers.

Randall is survived by his daughters, Gina Carolyn Gibson, of Midland, TX; Suzanne Gibson Sloan, of Boulder, CO; his son, Tim Gibson, of Canyon Lake, TX; five grandchildren, and his brother, Richard Gibson, of Midland, TX.

Graveside Services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Monday, June 18, 2007 at Resthaven Memorial Park, with Reverend Steve Schorr, of First Presbyterian Church officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences please visit www.mem.com.

Honorary Pallbearers are: John Cook, Reu Richards, Bob Stevens, Rick Sloan, Bart Waddill, Brian Carney, and Ian Cantacuzene.

Memorials may be directed to the Petroleum Museum of Midland, 1500 Interstate 20 West, Midland Texas, 79701; The Commemorative Air Force, 9600 Wright, Midland Texas, 79711; or the charity of one's choice.

[John D.]

Sad, indeed... He contributed so much to the collecting community. He will be missed...

John D.

[Navy]

Just informed that noted Krieghoff collector, author and researcher Randall Gibson passed away this past weekend.

Tom A

[RichSr]

I understand he suffered a cerebral hemorrhage sitting at his desk while at work last Thursday. A loss at many levels.
Obit posted by Ed under "A Sad Note"

[Lugerdoc]

A fine gentleman and luger scholar. He will be missed. TH