PATRICIA E. SHEPHERD-GIBBS's Obituary
Patricia “Trish” Shepherd-Gibbs, 60, of Miami, Florida passed away on December 16, 2015 surrounded by her loved ones. Trish was born in Birmingham, Alabama while her father served in the United States Air Force. She moved to Miami in 1957 and graduated from Southwest Senior High School in 1973. Trish was preceded in death by her parents, Mary & Patrick Cellini, and her husband Glenn Gibbs, who was the love of her life. Trish is survived by her children, Joe, Eric, and Holly (Oliver), her grandchildren Jackson, Natalie, Tyler, and Austin, and her siblings, James, Jen, and Theresa (Dennis), as well as many cherished nieces, nephews, in-laws, and countless friends. Trish was a dedicated employee of the Miami-Dade County Water & Sewer Department for 23 years. She had a passion for building and loved working in her yard. The labor she performed with her hands was nothing short of extraordinary. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandma, and would go to any lengths for her children and grandchildren. Trish loved deeply and without condition. Spending time with her family and friends brought her the utmost joy. Her unselfish ways touched so many lives and will never be forgotten. Her smile & positive attitude lit up the room and the lives of all who knew her. She will always be loved and forever missed. A memorial service for Trish will be held from 5 PM – 9 PM on Wednesday, December 23rd at Van Orsdel Kendall, 11220 N. Kendall Drive, Miami, Florida. She will be laid to rest beside her husband Glenn. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wounded Warrior Project would be appreciated. This charity was near and dear to Trish’s heart. Donations may be made online in Trish’s memory at: https://www.justgive.org/TrishGibbs#.VnWbwR-ZeTk.email.
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