Bret McKibbon

     MCKIBBON Bret (William Groce McKibbon III) was born August 13, 1964 in Fairhope, AL. He died in a tragic gun accident November 29th at his home in Silverhill.

     He is survived by his wife, Andrea Kelly McKibbon; three daughters, Abigale, Mary Frances, and Margaret Elizabeth; his mother, Linda B. Ellis; father, William Groce McKibbon, Jr.; brother, Timothy Patrick McKibbon; uncles, aunts, and cousins in Baldwin County.

     A memorial service is planned for Thursday, December 3rd at 12:00 with Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Robertsdale.

     Bret attended Bayside Academy and graduated from Gulf Coast Academy. He served a term of duty with the Coast Guard, then returned to Baldwin County where he was engaged in Marine Construction. Clients of McKibbon Marine and friends have expressed their appreciation for his deep sense of responsibility. He loved Baldwin County and its people, enjoying surfing, water skiing, and hunting. His family, however, was the center of his life. His good nature and joyful personality were a gift to his family and friends.

     Published in Press-Register on December 2, 2009