Martha Elizabeth Gibson
August 23, 1928 – March 22, 2021
Martha Elizabeth Gibson, 92, of Tracy’s Landing passed away on March 22, 2021 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. She was born in Friendship, MD on August 23, 1928 to parents William Riley and Sadie Elizabeth Tucker.
Martha attended Tracy’s Elementary School and graduated from Southern High School in Lothian, MD in 1946. She married Samuel Gibson, Sr. on February 27, 1948. She retired from the Prince George’s County Board of Education in 1991 after 36 years of service as administrative secretary to four superintendents. Martha was a member of Cedar Grove United Methodist Church where she served as Treasurer of the Martha Lydia Women’s Circle for 20 years. In her younger years, she was an active member of the Ladies Auxiliary Deale Volunteer Fire Department, the South County Democratic Club and the Landing Garden Club. She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren who affectionately called her “GiGi”.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, five brothers, four sisters, and a granddaughter Kimberly Gibson Stafford.
She is survived by two daughters, Sue Farmer (Steve) of Ijamsville, MD, Jane Osborne (Jack) of Faulkner, MD, three sons, Samuel Gibson, Jr. (Debra Wilson) of Edgewater, MD, Barton Gibson (Deborah) of Dunkirk, MD and David Gibson (Linda) of Lothian, MD. She is also survived by ten granddaughters, one grandson, 19 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Due to Covid-19 there will be no service at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Martha’s name may be made to Cedar Grove United Methodist Church, Deale, MD or Deale Volunteer Fire Department.
Visitation
Services
No Services Available
Interment
- Private
Contributions
Deale Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 114
6007 Drum Point Road
Deale, MD 20751
Condolences
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23 Mar 2021
9:17pm
Martha was truly an amazing and caring lady. May all of the wonderful memories of a life well lived comfort each of you during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to her family during this difficult time.
City
Lothian
State
Maryland
24 Mar 2021
1:17pm
Gigi was an incredible woman and will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace and condolences to the family…
City
Washington
State
DC
23 Mar 2021
9:26pm
Sorry for your Loss
City
Deale
State
MD.
24 Mar 2021
8:35am
My sympathy to the entire Gibson family. Aunt Martha will be greatly missed.
City
Deale
State
Maryland
24 Mar 2021
10:07pm
Though I visited w/Gigi for short periods, it seemed I had known her a long time, it was her sweet personality that was so welcoming. Rest in peace with all the angels. My sympathy to all her family. Maria Reff
City
Washington,
State
DC
24 Mar 2021
12:01pm
Gigi has always made us feel like we were part of her family. We will miss her dearly and she will never be forgotten. She was loved by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
City
Dunkirk
State
Maryland
24 Mar 2021
7:17pm
Gigi was a wonderful person that loved her family very much . She has moved on to a much better place but leaves behind a legacy that I’m certain she was proud of. Sympathies to all of the family.
City
Davidsonville
State
MD
25 Mar 2021
4:56am
My sincere condolences to the family on the passing of this lovely, kind lady. I have fond memories of my early years at PGCPS and the professionalism and kindness of Martha. She always had a beautiful smile and caring nature. RIP lovely lady
City
Lothian
State
Maryland
25 Mar 2021
8:50am
Sweet GiGi. Always a kind word and a smile. Loved seeing her with her sweet group of friends. They were the funniest. GOD has brought an angel to heaven. Till we meet again.💕💕
City
Sherrills Ford
State
NC
25 Mar 2021
7:47pm
Martha was the best neighbor, i would wait for her call to say,Rusty don’t you think it’s time to bushhog the pasture. Or to say i think the weeds along the fence need spraying because they are blocking my view. But the best of all is the smile i used to get watching her throw her flowers over on our side, and telling everyone Rusty said i could. Rest in peace Martha you deserve it.
City
Tracys landing
State
MD
25 Mar 2021
2:14pm
I was so honored to become a part of the Gibson family through marriage 40 years or more ago now, and was always welcomed in with love. Gigi was so genuine, sharp, real and honest. The kind of person who always made you FEEL exactly how much she cared. My sincere condolences to all who were blessed to know her, my heart is with her family. May you rest in peace Mrs Gibson, thank you for your friendship and support.
City
Owings
State
MD
26 Mar 2021
4:17pm
Aunt Martha was lovely, warm and sincere with a kind generous nature all wrapped up in one lady. She lived her life with respect and love for her family, friends and neighbors. I named my daughter Elizabeth in honor of her great-great Aunt Martha. She loved keeping in touch with the girls and they loved spending the day with Aunt Martha’s as she made the best pancakes and had a great collection of cabbage patch dolls. We feel blessed to have known her and are grateful for her long life. She will remain with us in spirit as she joins family and friends who have gone before her to their eternal life. Although we have a sense of loss, heaven has gained a lovely angel. Our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for those grieving for their mom, GiGi, Aunt Martha, friend and/or neighbor. Theresa Bottner, Victoria and Elizabeth Tucker
City
Lothian
State
Maryland
26 Mar 2021
11:47pm
Martha was a very special lady to our family. We met at Cedar Grove 25 years ago. We had just lost our daughter and we were new Christians. She welcomed us as we served on committees together, saw each other at church, fellowships and special gatherings. She made our children feel like an adopted grandmother. She would take such an interest in how they were doing in school and would tell them each time she saw their names in the paper. She always had a warm smile at the semi-annual soup sales. She made us feel cared for within the family of Christ. 💗 We also shared a special connection to Loudoun County and to Taylor University so there was always plenty to catch up on when we would see one another. So thankful for the visit we shared in January. Thank you for sharing your mom and grandma with the rest of us. May God bless you and comfort you.
City
West River
State
MD
26 Mar 2021
11:53pm
I was so blessed to have my great-great Aunt Martha in my life. Not many people can say that they knew their great-great aunt. Her mind was so sharp, and she helped me tremendously with the Tucker family tree. I loved listening to her stories about her childhood, and about they way things used to be. She knew everyone, and everyone loved her! She would always beep the horn when she drove by my house on Sunday mornings on her way home from church. I know she is celebrating in heaven with all of the ancestors we researched over the years. Sending love and prayers to the Gibson family, Aunt Martha was truly a gem and she will be missed.
City
Tracys Landing
State
MD
3 Apr 2021
3:54pm
My deepest condolences to Martha’s family and friends. She was always very nice to me when we worked together at the Board of Education. I’m sure she will be sorely missed by those closest to her. God rest your soul, Martha.
Linda Liberatore
City
Annapolis
State
Md
9 Apr 2021
3:38pm
To Sue.. Sammy.. Barton.. Poko & Jane….Please know how much the Tucker family loved and were saddened by the passing of. Aunt Martha ..I know mom tried calling her a few times but no answer….She will be greatly missed…My heart goes to you all in her passing
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
Maryland
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Martha was truly an amazing and caring lady. May all of the wonderful memories of a life well lived comfort each of you during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to her family during this difficult time.
Gigi was an incredible woman and will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace and condolences to the family…
Sorry for your Loss
My sympathy to the entire Gibson family. Aunt Martha will be greatly missed.
Though I visited w/Gigi for short periods, it seemed I had known her a long time, it was her sweet personality that was so welcoming. Rest in peace with all the angels. My sympathy to all her family. Maria Reff
Gigi has always made us feel like we were part of her family. We will miss her dearly and she will never be forgotten. She was loved by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Gigi was a wonderful person that loved her family very much . She has moved on to a much better place but leaves behind a legacy that I’m certain she was proud of. Sympathies to all of the family.
My sincere condolences to the family on the passing of this lovely, kind lady. I have fond memories of my early years at PGCPS and the professionalism and kindness of Martha. She always had a beautiful smile and caring nature. RIP lovely lady
Sweet GiGi. Always a kind word and a smile. Loved seeing her with her sweet group of friends. They were the funniest. GOD has brought an angel to heaven. Till we meet again.💕💕
Martha was the best neighbor, i would wait for her call to say,Rusty don’t you think it’s time to bushhog the pasture. Or to say i think the weeds along the fence need spraying because they are blocking my view. But the best of all is the smile i used to get watching her throw her flowers over on our side, and telling everyone Rusty said i could. Rest in peace Martha you deserve it.
I was so honored to become a part of the Gibson family through marriage 40 years or more ago now, and was always welcomed in with love. Gigi was so genuine, sharp, real and honest. The kind of person who always made you FEEL exactly how much she cared. My sincere condolences to all who were blessed to know her, my heart is with her family. May you rest in peace Mrs Gibson, thank you for your friendship and support.
Aunt Martha was lovely, warm and sincere with a kind generous nature all wrapped up in one lady. She lived her life with respect and love for her family, friends and neighbors. I named my daughter Elizabeth in honor of her great-great Aunt Martha. She loved keeping in touch with the girls and they loved spending the day with Aunt Martha’s as she made the best pancakes and had a great collection of cabbage patch dolls. We feel blessed to have known her and are grateful for her long life. She will remain with us in spirit as she joins family and friends who have gone before her to their eternal life. Although we have a sense of loss, heaven has gained a lovely angel. Our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for those grieving for their mom, GiGi, Aunt Martha, friend and/or neighbor. Theresa Bottner, Victoria and Elizabeth Tucker
Martha was a very special lady to our family. We met at Cedar Grove 25 years ago. We had just lost our daughter and we were new Christians. She welcomed us as we served on committees together, saw each other at church, fellowships and special gatherings. She made our children feel like an adopted grandmother. She would take such an interest in how they were doing in school and would tell them each time she saw their names in the paper. She always had a warm smile at the semi-annual soup sales. She made us feel cared for within the family of Christ. 💗 We also shared a special connection to Loudoun County and to Taylor University so there was always plenty to catch up on when we would see one another. So thankful for the visit we shared in January. Thank you for sharing your mom and grandma with the rest of us. May God bless you and comfort you.
I was so blessed to have my great-great Aunt Martha in my life. Not many people can say that they knew their great-great aunt. Her mind was so sharp, and she helped me tremendously with the Tucker family tree. I loved listening to her stories about her childhood, and about they way things used to be. She knew everyone, and everyone loved her! She would always beep the horn when she drove by my house on Sunday mornings on her way home from church. I know she is celebrating in heaven with all of the ancestors we researched over the years. Sending love and prayers to the Gibson family, Aunt Martha was truly a gem and she will be missed.
My deepest condolences to Martha’s family and friends. She was always very nice to me when we worked together at the Board of Education. I’m sure she will be sorely missed by those closest to her. God rest your soul, Martha.
Linda Liberatore
To Sue.. Sammy.. Barton.. Poko & Jane….Please know how much the Tucker family loved and were saddened by the passing of. Aunt Martha ..I know mom tried calling her a few times but no answer….She will be greatly missed…My heart goes to you all in her passing