Peter Gibbs, 56, of Manasquan, passed away Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 at his home, from injuries due to a fall. Peter was born in Point Pleasant and was a lifelong resident of Manasquan. A graduate of Manasquan High School class of 1973, he also attended Bloomfield College. Peter worked at Main Pharmacy, Manasquan for over 15 years, the South Monmouth Regional Sewerage in Wall Township for 5 years, and Applied Water Management, Cherry Hill, NJ for the past 8 years. He was an avid sports fan and could often be found watching his children participate and, in recent years, coach high school sports. Peter was a longtime member of the "Chain Gang" for Manasquan High School's Football team. He was a good friend and neighbor and was ready to lend a hand when needed. Peter always looked forward to his frequent trips to Martha's Vineyard. One of Peter's proudest moments was the recent birth of his granddaughter.

Peter is survived by his parents, Oscar and Olga Gibbs, of Manasquan; his wife, Ruth Gibbs, of Manasquan; his brother, Lester S. Gibbs of Plymouth Township, Pa; a son and daughter-in-law, Peter "PJ" and Kristen Gibbs of Manasquan; a daughter, Melissa Gibbs and her boyfriend, Kyle Moberg, of Brick. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Payton Leigh Gibbs, as well as several aunts and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to call Tuesday September 13 from 3-8 pm at Orender Family Home for Funerals, 2643 Old Bridge Road, Manasquan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 am Wednesday September 14 at St. Denis Church, Manasquan. Interment will follow at Atlantic View Cemetery, Manasquan. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Long Blue Line Scholarship or the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean, 3300 ST Hwy 66 Neptune, NJ 07753. To send condolences to the family or obtain directions to the funeral home please visit www.orender familyhome.com