Christopher Kyle Gibson

Christopher Kyle Gibson passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 surrounded by family at home in Hagerman, Idaho. He was 75 years old. He died after a diagnosis of mesothelioma in late 2024.

Chris was born to William and Jean Gibson on Monday, January 30, 1950 in Berea, Ohio. In 1964, he moved to California. He married Jennie Van Dyk in 1980 and in 1982 they moved to Jerome, Idaho.

Chris was a lifelong educator - first of special education students in Southern California and Idaho and eventually serving as the director of technology for Jerome School District. An avid gardener and fan of sports, particularly baseball, he enjoyed watching his sons play and keeping up with the teams his children supported.

Chris is survived by his wife Jennie of Hagerman, Idaho; his children, Will Gibson of Boise, Idaho; Marie Gibson of Seattle, Washington; Hank (Olivia) Gibson of Emmett, Idaho; and Richard Gibson (Maria, fiancée) of Seattle, Washington; his four grandchildren; and his brother, Mike (Kathy) Gibson.

A viewing will be held from 5 PM until 7 PM, Friday, April 4, 2025 at Farnsworth Mortuary, 1343 S Lincoln Ave, Jerome. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the Jerome Presbyterian Church, 262 E Avenue A, Jerome.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of the charities and causes Chris supported: World Vision, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation, or your local scholarship fund.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on Chris’ memorial webpage at www.farnsworthmortuary.com.