Paula Gibson

Paula Majella Gibson, 69, graduated to glory on October 11, 2026 at Genesis Hospice Morrison House with family by her side. She was born on December 23, 1956, in Wheeling, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Paul and Madeline (Zwick) Huntsman. She grew up in Cambridge, Ohio. She was an accountant by trade and was a member of Meadow Farm Methodist Church. She was an avid euchre player, where she met her loving companion, Dean Taylor. Dean will continue to care for her beloved 18 year old dog, Speckles.

She is survived by her daughter Deana and son-in-law Andrew Graves. Her son Shawn Bay. Five grandchildren Nathan, Kaylee, and Griffin Gainer; Alivia and Blaze Bay. Four step-grandchildren Ryleigh, Gannin, Ethan, and Tristan Graves. Two siblings Tom Huntsman and Pam (Morgan) Lacefield. Several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by six siblings William, Robert, Richard, and Danny Huntsman, Sandra Scott, and Alice Mae May. Her husband Richard Gibson, whom she will be buried beside at Rose Hill Cemetery.

Friends may call from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Wed. Oct. 14, 2026 with a service at 4:00 p.m. at William Thompson & Son Funeral Home 5765 Gladstone Drive White Cottage with Pastor Dean Cole officiating. No graveside services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Muskingum County Humane Society P. O. Box 74, Roseville, Ohio 43777.