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Allen Gibson, 65, of Highmore, passed away Friday, April 23, 2021 peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his beloved wife, DeVandolyn of 47 years, his children, Angel Hoover and Chester Gibson and two of his grandchildren, Maxwell and Marshall Gibson, after a long illness with cancer.

Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Highmore, with Rev. Sara C. Feld officiating.  Burial will be held at a later date.  Visitation will be one hour prior to service at the church  The family would like to invite everyone to the Highmore Senior Center for lunch and fellowship following the service.  

Allen Roy Gibson was born in Miller, South Dakota on December 31, 1955 to Lucille (Westover) and Bryan Gibson, the last of seven children born to the couple. Allen lived and went to Eagle Country School south of Highmore and graduated from Highmore High School in 1974. 

Allen and DeVandolyn traveled extensively with members of Allen’s family during the first ten years of their marriage, living in Kansas, Texas, Tennessee, Arkansas and New Mexico to work on the construction of steel towers across the country. However, Highmore was always a home base and they returned to live there permanently in 1985, where Allen took on more responsibility for running and growing the Gibson farm located south of Highmore. Allen was known for his infinite energy and willingness to lend a helping hand to anyone – stranger, friend, neighbor or loved one alike. He was a loving father, grandfather and uncle, attending events, games and meets almost without fail, and had a supportive voice that could always be heard over the crowd. His love was unconditional and always available.

Allen is survived by his wife, DeVandolyn (De) Gibson; daughter, Angel (Mark) Hoover; son, Chester (Michelle) Gibson; three grandchildren: Maxwell and Marshall Gibson, Colson Hoover; two sisters: Anna Mae (Paul) Ryan, California and Sharon Kay (Dick) Wilson, Sioux Falls; brother-in-law, Arlen (Mary) Schamber, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Sharleen (Lynn) Harnisch, Parkston; and many nieces, nephews and cousins throughout the country.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Lucille (Westover) & Bryan; brothers: Carl Leroy, Merlin, Alvin and Gary; in-laws: Kathryn & Max Schamber; nieces: Cheryl Gibson and Susan Bennett: sisters-in-law: Noreen Gibson and Rosa Lee Gibson and nephew-in-law, Mike Riley.

Memorials for Allen may be directed to Highmore Steps for Hope, Pierre Countryside Hospice and St. Benedict’s Guest House of Pierre.

Many heartfelt thanks to very special family friend Sally Hofius, Naomi Circle, the Ferens and Haiwick family, Jason Runestead, the Avera Hospice Team: Dr. Michael Richardson, Lauren, Chip, Laura, Judy, the Mashek family, Paul Knox and family, Don Hamlin and family and the many neighbors and friends who visited, offered their time, loaned their possessions and delivered food to the Gibson family.

Luze Funeral Home of Highmore has been entrusted with Allen’s arrangements. 

Allen Gibson, 55, of Gettysburg, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Sanford Health, Sioux Falls, SD.

A memorial service was held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, June 15, 2013 at the United Methodist Church, Gettysburg with Pastor Jeff Adel officiating. 

Allen was born August 30, 1957 to Arch and Darlene (Russell) Gibson in Gettysburg, South Dakota.  He grew up in the Gettysburg area, attending school and graduating from Gettysburg High School.  He went on to attend school at Mitchell Vo-Tech. 

After schooling, Allen spent time in many places.  He lived in Austin, Texas while working for a refrigeration company.  He then moved to Redfield and worked for the SD Developmental Center.  Later Al moved to Aberdeen and worked for the School for the Visually Impaired and eventually moved back to Potter County where he worked as a farm hand for various farmers. 

Allen loved riding his motorcycle, and he belonged to a group of motorcycle friends called “Just Bro’s”.  He enjoyed fishing in his free time and crocheting blankets for kids around Gettysburg.  Allen also took pride in becoming a member of the United Methodist Church.

Allen is survived by his brother, Bill Gibson of Gettysburg; his nephew, David Gibson of Aurora, SD; his great nieces: Presley, Courtney, Sydney, and Kennedy Gibson of Aurora, SD; and many friends. 

Allen is preceded in death by his parents, Arch and Darlene Gibson; and his grandparents, Bill and Floss Russell.