Benny Lee Gibson

In Loving Memory of Benny L. Gibson Sunrise.. Sunset December 21, 1949 January 7, 2024 Benny Lee Gibson was born December 21, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Rev. James and Mattie Gibson. On Sunday, January 7, 2024, Benny received his heavenly wings. Benny was educated in the Chicago public schools and graduated from John Marshall High School. Following high school, Benny attended Macolm X College. Benny worked for the United States Postal Service and Catholic Charities for many years. A devoted Christian, Benny accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at Rose Hill Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of his Godfather, Rev. Benny Cleveland. Benny served in the choir. He later joined New Hope Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Charles Branch and Jubilee Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor John L. Byrd. Benny was a gifted vocalist, when he sang “My Soul Has Been Anchored in the Lord” there wasn’t a dry eye in the church. He was willing to bless others with his talents when requested. He had one of the best baritone voices known. Benny relocated to Kissimmee, Florida to be near his brother and sister-in-law, Wellington and Jessie Gibson and nephew, Wellington, Jr. Benny made lots of friends and participated in various events in the Solivita Community. Benny was part of the Applause Club Band, and Showtime Entertainers in Solivita. He had a love for music such as, Gospel, Jazz, and R&B. Preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Naomi Kelly (Curtis) and Geraldine Johnson; brothers, James Gibson, Jr., Henry Gibson, McKinley Gibson, and John Gibson. Benny leaves to cherish his memory: sister, Shirley Ross, brother, Wellington Gibson (Jessie); two stepdaughters, Desirae Harris and Pandareshia Morgan; one stepson, Antyon Grillier; nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends; Special friends, Rev. John L. Byrd, Levert and Carol Carr, Walter Coles, Brenda Gardner, Deborah Tyler, Victoria Johnson-Taylor, Carlton Gillman, William (Bill) Synder, Rose and David Beltran. Special thanks to: Advent Health, Heart of Florida Hospital, Davenport, FL Solivita Applause Club, Poinciana, FL

Benny Lee Gibson

December 21, 1949 - January 7, 2024