of North Little Rock, AR
September 15, 1947 - December 14, 2024
Charles H. ''Hoot'' Gibson, 77, of North Little Rock was born September 15,1947 in Corpus Christi, Texas and passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024 in Little Rock. He was preceded in death by his father, Ellis Williams Sr. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Donna Gibson and his children, Christi Gibson-Young (Nathan) of Little Rock, John Gibson of Cabot and Tony Cuneo of North Little Rock; as well as his mother, Billie Jean Williams of England, Arkansas; his siblings, James Ralph (Becky) of Hot Springs, Rena Pate of Almyra, Peggy Stuckey, Patricia Abbate (Joseph) and Ellis Williams, Jr. (Glea) all of England; as well as four grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
Hoot proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He served in the Vietnam War and was an excellent marksman with the M16. He was an avid fisherman and Hootie Lake in Scott, Arkansas is named in his honor.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, December 19th at 11:00 a.m. at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock. Visitation will be at Roller-Owens Funeral Home from 9:00-10:00 a.m. prior to the service on Thursday.
The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at the Little Rock Veterans Hospital SICU for their service to Hoot during his illness.
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17 Condolence(s)
RANDY &Sùsan CATES
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY!
RANDY &Sùsan CATES
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY!
Wendy and Tim Newsom
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Donna & Christi there’s nothings I can say for y’all’s loss. Just know we are praying for y’all.
Rachel Harper
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Uncle Hootie I love you so much you will never be forgotten. In your famous words pretty is as pretty does you told me to always remember that and I have. I will always love you.
Sharon Anderson
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Donna, I have no words to make it better, wish I did, , I know he loved you so very much. I remember when you got married, ya'll looked so happy and so much in love. Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers, I won't be able to attend the service as Bob has chemo but know I am thinking of you and praying God gives ya'll the strength and love you need. I love you, your the best cousin forever. You need me for anything, just let me know, I love you Sharon
Sharon Anderson
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Donna, I am so sorry. You know mom would be right there. I bet she met him at the gate and asked him a million questions about what all she missed.
Christi Gibson
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Daddy you will be missed everyday. Thank you for always being there and know I am so proud of you! I will always remember our inside jokes and secret handshake. ( I love you too).
Rhonda Speights
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Donna there’s no words for you loss. Just know I’m thinking about you and praying for you
Bobbie Roberta Reese
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
My heart breaks with the news of my good friend, Hoot. He was a man who took his friendships with high honors. I am sad at his leaving, but glad that he will be with his brothers-in-arms. May God bring you to peace and know you are leaving much love here. Good bye, my friend.
James Townsend
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
My prayers and condolences are with y'all
Hilda Co Jean
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Mark Rumbaugh
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Sending Prayers to the family
Chris Risener
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
So sorry for your loss he was a great man and funny also! My heart rest in peace
Lesa mcghee
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
I’m gonna miss my birthday buddy ! Rest in peace my friend love you .
Dorothy palmer
Monday, December 16, 2024
I’m so very sorry .
Beverly Henry
Monday, December 16, 2024
Hootie will always be heart
Jimmy
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Rest in Peace my little buddy all thru life. RIP JIMMY