Gary McKibben

Gary McKibben, age 77, a resident of Geneva, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at his home in Geneva.  

Gary was born March 16, 1947, in Portland, Indiana, the son of Robert and Evelyn (French) McKibben. 

He owned several different auto dealerships in the area and owned and operated The Shop in Geneva. Gary enjoyed drag racing and was a member of NHRA and IHRA.  

Survivors include:

His children — Jennifer McKibben, North Carolina, Cory McKibben (wife: Gina), Coldwater, Ohio, Shane McKibben (wife: Julie), Loveland, Ohio, Austin McKibben, Linn Grove, Indiana, Lexie McKibben (fiancé: Jacob Myers), Linn Grove, Indiana 

One brother — Duane McKibben, Portland, Indiana 

Grandchildren — Dillon, Kyle, Katie, Zack, Nancy Taylor and Boston

Several great-grandchildren

He was preceded in death by two children, Chris and Jolanda McKibben.

Visitation will be held on Saturday from 7 to 8 p.m. at Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland. Services to celebrate Gary’s life will follow at 8 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.  

Condolences may be expressed at williamsonspencer.com.