Daniel James Gibson

August 26, 1995 - February 7, 2016

Daniel, known as “Poncho” to his friends and family, was born on August 26, 1995 in Walnut Creek, CA, and raised in Pleasanton, CA. He attended Foothill and Village High School in Pleasanton. His survivors include his mother, Marie Johnston; as well as his grandparents, Barbara & Richard Gibson, and Deborah & Gary George. Daniel is also survived by siblings: sisters, Nicole Thornton and Eve Marie Johnston and his brothers Justin Thornton and Kevin Johnston. His legacy also lives in the hearts of his uncles, Randy and Martin Gibson and Tim and Jeff Hopkins. His aunt, Michelle Gibson-McNamara, as well as his cousins, Blake & Nick Gibson; will also continue to hold the memory of Daniel in their hearts. “Love is Patient, Love is Kind" Daniel greeted everyone with a huge smile; it was a smile that no matter how you were feeling you couldn’t help but smile back, it was contagious. He was an emotional young man with an enormous heart, and was friends to all who knew him and all that knew him loved him. He held his family close and was very protective of them all. Being the eldest of his siblings and cousins he always looked out for them and made sure everyone knew who they were. He was a strong presence in their lives. While growing up Daniel played soccer, baseball, football and basketball and was willing to participate in all sports he could. Even as a young adult he joined a co-ed softball team with his Mom. He loved fishing, camping, hiking and anything to do with the outdoors and being in nature. He was a boy scout and excelled there helping others along the way. He became quite the traveling man at a very young age, trips included, Mexico, Hawaii, a 12 day cruise in Europe which included visits to France, Italy, Germany and Belgium. He went on a month long road trip to over 17 states and many fun adventures like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Mt. Rushmore and the Petrified Forest. He was baptized on March 23, 1997 and confirmed on May 2009 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Daniel’s absence has left a huge hole in our souls. We can’t wait until the day we get to see his smiling face and receive one of his ginormous hugs. God Bless you, Daniel! We will miss you fiercely, but you will be forever in our hearts!! In lieu of flowers, a Go Fund Me account has been set up by his sister in his memory. If your heart calls you to, please visit (https://www.gofundme.com/danielgibson) to make a donation.