Eldridge David Gibbs Jr.

September 26, 1938 - March 17, 2021

Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, Eldridge David “Dave” Gibbs, Jr. 82, loving husband of Deanna Johnson Gibbs. Mr. Gibbs was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area. After graduating from Clemson University in 1961, Dave was self employed for several years as a Food Service design consultant. Most recently, Mr. Gibbs retired after working as a construction manager with the Aiken county government. He was a devoted member of Philadelphia United Methodist Church, serving as church treasurer for many years. Mr. Gibbs was a kind and generous Christian man, who remained steadfast in his faith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother. Family members in addition to his wife include his children: Jewell Miriam Gibbs, Laura Marie Gibbs, Linda Catherine Houle (Richard), Joseph David Gibbs, Eric Glenn McConnell (Michelle Suzanne); 17 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; sister: Martha Anne Bagby (Roger); and loyal canine companion: Wall-E. Mr. Gibbs was preceded in death by his parents: Catherine and Eldridge David Gibbs, Sr and his sister: Nancy Godowns. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 12:00 P.M. at Philadelphia United Methodist Church with Rev. James D. Hyder, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Bellevue Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Hands of Grace Hospice, 119 Davis Rd. Suite 11A, Martinez, Ga 30907 or the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors,214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www.thomaspoteet.com