Kathleen Mary

Gibson

Kathleen Mary Gibson, age 80, died peacefully on November 6, 2026 at Fort Washington Estates.

Born in Philadelphia in 1946, Kathleen, known to friends and family as Kate, was the daughter of the late Mildred and William Derham. She attended St. Alice Grade School as a girl and graduated from Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School in 1964. For the majority over her career spanning five decades, Kate worked for Bell Telephone where she was a telephone operator. She had a passion for children and early learning which she nurtured through her work as a nanny and daycare teacher. Kate was the beloved wife of John Gibson, who preceded her in death. Kate and John shared 49 wonderful years of marriage and together they raised their beloved daughter, Kathleen L. Gibson.

Kate's faith was central to her life. She attended St. Bernadette’s Church where she sang in the choir. She was active with Delaware County Senior Activities and was always willing to house sit or pet sit for friends and family. Kate enjoyed bowling, reading and loved all animals. She had many memories of fishing with her husband on Long Beach Island and Chincoteague Island Virginia. She was a devoted mother and wife.

In addition to her daughter Kathleen L. Gibson, Kate is survived by her siblings Regina Keefer of Newark, DE, William Derham of Philadelphia, PA, and Margaret Dabrowski of Feasterville, PA.

Kate's funeral service will take place Wednesday, November 18th, 2026 at Rigby, Harting & Hagan Funeral Home. 15 E. 4th Street, Media, PA. There will be a visitation from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow the service at Glenwood Memorial Gardens in Broomall.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.