Mike Gibson

June 20, 1952 - July 2, 2021

Mike Gibson of Springville, Alabama passed away on July 2, 2021, after battling cancer for 10 years. He was surrounded by his loving wife of 49 years, Cathy, and his two daughters, Melissa and Molly. Mike was an avid lover of the outdoors. Those who know him, know that he enjoyed his retirement by spending time at Beasley Hunting Club and in his yard, making sure the grass was cut just right. Prior to his retirement, he worked at Alabama Power Company for 42 years. He was known there as “Hoot.” He is survived by his wife, Cathy Gibson; daughters, Melissa Wallace (Jeff) and Molly Edwards (Greg); grandchildren, Reed, Ryan, and Reese Wallace, who knew him as Papa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Gibson and Exmae Gibson. While working at Alabama Power, he developed a love of all things BBQ. He looked forward to participating as head griller in the annual Pig Iron BBQ Challenge. His team took home many trophies over 21 years. Mike liked to start his morning early and go to bed early. In between, he could be found at home or about town sporting his infamous bib overalls. He loved his family, and he will be greatly missed.