Edward O. Gibson

March 24, 1931 - December 6, 2017

EDWARD O. GIBSON & LEHMA BERRY GIBSON of Canyon, TX. Lehma Berry Gibson died Saturday April 15, 2017. Lehma and her husband, Edward moved to Texas after 80 years in Port Norris, NJ, where she and her husband Edward owned and operated the family salt hay business, Berrytown Farm. Not only did Lehma and Edward carry on the five-generation farming business, she also owned and operated a beauty salon and ceramics shop. During World War II, Lehma was involved with the USO covering the military bases in New Jersey. During this time, she also had weekly air time on a South Jersey radio station where she sang and played her accordion. Lehma was very involved in Port Norris annual parades, and she chaired the Centennial celebration. She was also very active in VFW #5339, where she held many official positions including President of the VFW Lady’s Auxiliary, 9th District in Southern NJ. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Port Norris and was active with the choir. Edward Omar Gibson died Wednesday December 6, 2017. Edward was in the Army during World War II serving in Germany and France. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and American Legion. Edward was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Port Norris. Surviving are LaDonna Angelo and her husband Jim of Canyon, TX, 2 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at Overlook Cemetery in Bridgeton on Saturday October 27, 2018 at 2:00 PM with Rev. John Robbins officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Port Norris P.O. Box Port Norris, NJ 08349, First United Methodist Church of Canyon, 1818 4th Ave. Canyon, TX 79015, or the VFW National Home for Children 3573 S. Waverly Rd. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 To email condolences and or tributes please visit www.hoffmanfuneralhomes.net