John Gibbons, formerly of St. Marys, Kansas, was interviewed on the show WWII in Color as part of its Heroic Missions programs for Memorial Day on the History Channel. Gibbons was part of the Eighth Air Force which flew bombers over Germany as bait for the Luftwaffe for the Allies to gain air superiority.
Here is John's obituary:
Gibbons, John P. Ret. Col. USAF Passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 24, 2013, after living a full and rich 93 years. Reunited with his dearest and beautiful wife Dorothy (nee Hagen). Loving father of Dianne (Richard Borzych), John, Terrance and the late Mary Jane (Harris). Proud grandpa of Michelle Harris. Father-in-law of Thomas Harris. Beloved patriarch and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Joseph and Mary (Meany) and brothers Joseph, Bernard, Lawrence, Maurice and Thomas. Dedicated to unselfish service to his country John had a distinguished career in the Air Force (26 years) highlighted by his 49 missions, undaunting courage and superb airmanship during WWII as a B17 pilot in the European theater. He will be dearly missed by family and friends. Visitation at ST. DOMINIC CATHOLIC CHURCH, 18255 W. Capitol Dr., on Wednesday, January 30 from 10:30 AM-11:45 AM. Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Procession to Wisconsin Memorial Park for committal prayers and military honors. In lieu of flowers, a memorial to your favorite charity in memory of John is appreciated.
Died: Jan. 24, 2013 in Wisconsin
Buried: Wisconsin Memorial Park, Brookfield, WI
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