Nancy Jane Gibson of Mineral Point, Missouri was born on March 6, 1950 in Bismarck, Missouri to Ted Wilkins and Lucille (Null) Wilkins and passed away on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 at the age of 75 years.
She grew up in Bismarck where she attended school and graduated with the Class of 1968.
She married Herbert Gibson on April 25, 1970.
Nancy treasured the time she spent with Herb. Whether browsing antique malls or proudly showing their 1953 Chevy at car shows around the area, they found joy simply being together. She especially loved family gatherings, where her famous chicken and dumplings were always a highlight. Nancy also enjoyed trips to the casino and spending time at the KC Hall in Old Mines with her friend, Lisa Owens, making memories.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Virgil and Maudie Gibson.
She is survived by her husband, Herbert Gibson; two children, Bryan Gibson and Madonna and Kim Allen (John); six grandchildren, Samantha (Devin) Nahlik, Taylor (TJ) Klem, Cole (Madison) Morgan, Lela Williams, Dakota Allen, and Jeremy (Lexy) Allen; six great grandchildren, Emoree, Easton, Jase, Aspynn, Linkin and Jax; four siblings, Ted Wilkins (Karen), Jimmy Wayne Wilkins, Kevin Wilkins (Sheila) and Keith Wilkins (Linda); other relatives and friends.
Visitation was held from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 at DeClue Funeral Home in Potosi, Missouri.
Funeral service was held at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 at DeClue Funeral Home in Potosi, Missouri.
Interment and final prayers followed at Redbud Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Arrangements under the direction of DeClue Funeral Home in Potosi, Missouri.
