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Antonio Gibson Obituary
Tony moved to Colorado Springs 37 years ago; having lived in Idaho, California, and New Mexico, as well as several years in Chicago. He was an outdoorsman through and through. He left Nampa, Idaho after high school to begin his career as a ski-patrolman, writer, photographer and fisherman. He met his wife, Judy Wilson in Taos, New Mexico where they both worked in the ski area. They were married in Chicago in 1964. Tony graduated with a degree in photo-journalism from the University of Missouri. After several years writing for different magazines in Chicago, Tony's love of the outdoors lead him to Colorado.
Tony Gibson possessed a great gift for storytelling, and his life's adventures and varied careers provided lots of material! He wrote for the Colorado Springs Sun and other publications for many years. Tony ended his life on earth doing what he loved; owning and operating Colorado Fishing Adventures.
Tony is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Judy; his daughters: Katy Douthit and Liz Gibson Vargas (Arturo); grandchildren: Buster, Emerson and Arturo; half-brother, Earl McGee of Burns, Oregon; and numerous cousins.
A celebration of life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at Vista Grande Community Church, 5460 North Union Boulevard. A reception will follow services.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to VIBES (Visually Impaired Blind Skiers), c/o Diane Fitzkee, 2 Fountain Place, Manitou Springs, Colorado 80829.
Tony, my love, we know what fun you are having at the Great Fishing Hole in the sky! Save a few for us.
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Dave Deveau
September 1, 2024
I can't believe it has been ten years since Tony left us, and you are still missed my friend. You and Gary were the best of Colorado Fishing Adventures, and I'm sure you are together enjoying many happy memories. Judy, I hope you are doing well.
Sincerely,
Dave
Doug Sumpter
September 1, 2020
Tony was the oldest of all the "cousins" from our Basque mothers, the seven Ocamica girls. I always looked up to Tony and loved his stories. He's the reason I started skiing and to the day I die it will be my favorite hobby. Thank you Tony - Miss you!
Doug Sumpter
October 6, 2014
Dear Judy, I will never forget my cousin. He was the first one of the Ocamica girls children and I've always felt we were a special clan and my many cousins were very special to me. Tony inspired my life time passion for skiing. Everytime I ski now I'll think of him. We love you!
September 15, 2014
thank you to everyone for caring about Tony and our family. I have to admit, he was quite a guy!
His wife, Judy.....
Dave Deveau
September 13, 2014
Judy and family,
I am so sorry I'll be unable to attend Tony's services today. Tony was a dear friend and a great fishing buddy. We had wonderful times on local waters for trout and the Yucatan for bonefish. Colorado Fishing Adventures had a great and "people friendly" leader in Tony for many years. Tony's care for his guides and toward all his acquaintances made him a friend to all. We will miss his wit and story telling for years to come, and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. God bless you . . .
Donna & Kelly
September 12, 2014
Judy, We were so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
September 11, 2014
I keep expecting you to appear, Tony Gibson!!! I miss you soooo much.
Judy
Jennie & Anthony Sweet
September 8, 2014
Judy, you, Tony and the girls have meant so much over the years to our family and our hearts break for you. Know that you can always call for a listening ear. Tony, you take Daddy for a fishing trip and give him a hug for me.
emma greek
September 8, 2014
Judy, I'm thinking of you and your family
Barb and Ron
September 8, 2014
What a blessing it was to have spent a week with you and Tony last September. Our love and sympathy to you the girls, and their families. We love you.
Dave Baker
September 8, 2014
Judy, I'm saddened to learn of Tony's passing. It comes as a shock because I didn't know he was ill. Wish I had kept in more frequent touch. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
John & Marsha Macy
September 7, 2014
My friend was the best and irreplaceable. I'll miss you and the fun times we had. My symphony to his wife, Judy, and his family.
Karen & Gary Penley
September 7, 2014
Our hearts go out to Judy and their family. I wish we had gotten to know Tony better after only meeting him once or twice. I know, because Judy loved you so much, you had to be a great guy.
Love, Karen & Gary
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