William P. Gibbons

William Philip Gibbons, a resident of Westwood, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, on November 6, 2013.  Born in Boston, Massachusetts, he was the son of Dr. Joseph Francis Gibbons and Helene G.( McDonald).  He was a graduate of St. Sebastian High School, Class of 1949 and attended Boston College before serving in the U.S. Army as a 2nd lieutenant in the Korean War.  Bill was an exceptional athlete in hockey, baseball and golf.  He initiated the building and design of Lost Brook Golf Club in Norwood, MA.  He was part owner/operator from 1967 to 1979.  In 1973 Bill began his career as a golf professional and in 1983 he created Sport Graphics International.  He devised and introduced the first video golf analysis program that provided the individual with a personalized evaluation of their swing using audio commentary and a permanent overlay of color graphics.  Bill Gibbons influenced thousands of golfers throughout his 40 year career.  He was a great communicator whether teaching the beginner or the seasoned touring pro.  A highlight of his teaching career occurred when Byron Nelson praised Bill’s great understanding of the game.

He was the beloved husband of Natalie J. (Stebbins) and the devoted father of Amy G.Taylor of Ketchum,Idaho, Jonathan D. Gibbons and his wife Susan Halsted of Lake Forest, California and William P. Gibbons, Jr.  He is also survived by his grandchildren,  Leah Van Ness Taylor , and Justin Blake Taylor and his great grandchild Owen Taylor McNulty.  Services and interment are private.