Coming Gibbs Obituary

I didn't know Mr. Gibbs had passed until years later, but I was always thankful that he was there for me and my little girl when we needed him. What a true gentleman and a credit to his profession. There was no better than him. He had such a good heart and reminded me of my dad. His family should be so proud, as I'm sure they are. I'm sure he would want God to bless you all, and that is my prayer for you as well. If people bless your memory, you have been a good person.

How I wish I could talk to my old friend now, hear his wisdom and sense of humor in these dark times.

Coming remains alive in my mind: a vivid presence, a constant reminder of how a life should be lived.

I'm heartbroken, I just found out you passed. Though I hadn't seen you in some time, you were always someone I truly adored. Rest in peace Coming.

Jana, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear father. He was a true gentleman and a credit to his profession. He has truly left his mark in this world.

Coming, tears come to my eyes as I heard the news of your passing!! You were so good to me, such a friend to me when I truly needed a friend!! Always the epitome of what I considered a Southern gentleman should be, in the finest since of that tradition!! Your children and family are in my thoughts and prayers my brother, and I truly look forward to that reunion in the clouds one day!! Until then old friend, Rest in Peace!!

Coming was a dedicated giver his love was selfless.

The exemplar of a man of hard work and good works: the unassuming, generous, articulate, determined advocate and source of rock-like strength for family and friends, but most especially for those less fortunate. It has been said, "Next to love, the most important thing a person can give is work. Sometimes, a person gives both." Coming gave both.

James Gendron Gibbs, Jr

Coming helped me immensely when I needed it and for that I will always be grateful.May God bless Coming and his family.

Jana, Helen, Carter, and Susie, your Dad was truly a wonderful man!
I had the honor of being his friend for fifty years and babysitting for all four of you.
I hope that you all know that you were the light of his life!
May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be always at your back, and may God hold you in the palm of his hand!
Much love,
Gigi Chapman

Coming was a great help to me on key occasions eg 1997 when my company eliminated my job and he explained the law to me, and years later also for my daughter Tara -- in between he was a great friend, who will be missed

Twice in my life, I have needed Coming Gibbs. He has never let me down, has been a great man, a great friend and supporter, and an example of what a really great attorney should be. What a great man. I shall never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, and I can only imagine how proud of him you are, and how much you will miss him. God bless you all.

Jana. I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was and is truly a treasure. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With much love. Jane

While I did not know Mr. Gibbs well I know what an incredible man he must have been to have had such a caring, loving, selfless giving daughter.... My sweet and dear friend Janna. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Time, treasured memories and the love of family and friends will sustain you in the days and months ahead. Much love and peace to your sweet family.

A business associate and legal advisor who I have been honored to consider very much a friend. I will miss him very much.

Janna - I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

I pray that the sorrow of having lost him will soon be replaced by the joy of having had him. I was privileged to work for him. He was an awesome attorney, wonderful mentor, and he has always, and will always, have a deep place in my heart.

As a family member and a friend, I loved him. He was a good cousin to my father, and a very good friend to me, God blees you, and the family- John Gibbs

Susan, Carter and Helen- sending you lots of love-. I have many fond memories of your father. He made a positive difference in the lives of so many people. I wish I could see you on Sunday but won't be able to make it. Love, Guerry

I will miss you dear friend!

Coming was a truly wonderful man. He will be missed.

As a young lawyer, I went to him often for advice. He was always generous with his time. What a wonderful man, and wise mentor.
Lee Robinson

My Prayers go out to all of you. One thing about time is the memories that are created and shared. Today I know that Coming may be missed Yet. he is in his heavenly home and will always be present in our memories.

With his elegant mind, when someone passed away, Coming often quoted the Latin: de mortuis nihil nisi bonum (“Of the dead, nothing unless good”). Indeed, only good things could be said about you our friend.

A fine gentleman;an excellent lawyer;and fun to be around.He will be missed by judges and lawyers alike. E.T.Halio

Will miss your reassuring presence my friend and being the "hand responsible" for so many ... thank you for your kindness

Coming was so special to so many...my thoughts are with you girls at this very sad time...

You will be dearly missed... Thoughts and prayers to your family... Much love, Meredith Hudacko

Coming had an art of telling interesting stories with that Charleston accent and most of them included humor.We will miss him. I hope his girls know how much he loved them.God bless and keep you in his loving arms.

I can not think of an attorney who better personified the best of our profession. He was the ultimate lawyer, friend and gentleman. We will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

All of our love to you during this most difficult time. Paul and Karen Lucas

What a combination of gentleness, kindness, and intelligence. The greatest thing was his ability to make you smile without any effort on his part. A man's man, too.

Janna, Susan, & Family - Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your daddy was so blessed by all of you.

Very very special man. His gift of helping others will be felt forever. May Coming's Memory also be Eternal.

A very fine gentleman, lawyer, and scholar has been lost. We will miss his generosity.

With his elegant mind, when someone passed away, Coming would often say "de mortuis nihil nisi bonum (Of the dead, nothing unless good)". Indeed, Coming only good could be said of you.
David Popowski

A gentleman, a consummate lawyer and a great humanitarian. He was a superb mentor and inspiration to me both professionally and personally. A great and good man. My heart goes out to the family.

Heaven just received someone who helped many do something "hard and important." RIP Coming. My thoughts are with you Sue.

With our heartfelt sympathy to the Gibbs family over your loss. Another fine Lowcountry gentleman has departed our world.

Asking god to shower you with comfort during this time of loss

Man, will I miss my friend.

As a law school classmate and fellow member of the Charleston Bar, I always respected Coming as a brilliant legal scholar, a person of integrity (whose word was his bond) and as a friend. Coming will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.