William David Giebler, Jr. Personal Effects
An inventory of his collection at the Pan Am Flight 103/Lockerbie Air Disaster Archives at Syracuse University
Summary |
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| Creator: | Giebler, William David, Jr. |
| Title: | William David Giebler, Jr. Personal Effects |
| Dates: | 1986-1988 |
| Size: | 0.25 linear foot |
| Abstract: | Personal effects of William David Giebler, Jr., a victim of the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland |
| Language: | English |
| Repository: |
Pan Am Flight 103/Lockerbie Air Disaster Archives Syracuse University Libraries 222 Waverly Ave., Suite 600 Syracuse, NY 13244-2010 https://library.syracuse.edu/special-collections-research-center/pan-am-103 |
Biography
William David Giebler, Jr. (1959-1988), known by family and friends as J.R., was among the 270 victims of the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland on December 21, 1988. He was a successful government bond broker for the London Division of Fundamental Brokers, Inc. based in New York City. He was survived by his wife Wendy, his parents Bill and Denise, his sisters Tracie and Christy, as well as numerous nieces, nephew, aunts, uncles and cousins.
J.R. was described by his wife as "the kindest, most caring individual that has ever touched my life and I was truly blessed to have been loved and married to such a wonderful man." He was an avid athlete and worked out often. He never missed an opportunity to play golf, basketball, football, or softball. His strength and character made him a born leader. He overcame any obstacles that were put before him without compromising his strong values and beliefs.
Scope and Content Note
The William David Giebler, Jr. Personal Effects contains personal belongings of William David Giebler, Jr., constituting a total of five items. These items include a photograph of Giebler; personal membership, business, and British 'green' cards; and his Notre Dame Football cap, worn on Pan Am Flight 103.
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Written permission must be obtained from the Pan Am Flight 103/Lockerbie Air Disaster Archives and all relevant rights holders before publishing quotations, excerpts or images from any materials in this collection.
Related Material
The Pan Am Flight 103/Lockerbie Air Disaster Archives contains additional materials and information related to the William David Giebler, Jr. Personal Effects. Related collections include:
Pan Am 103 Individuals Collection
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Preferred Citation
William David Giebler, Jr. Personal Effects,
Pan Am Flight 103/Lockerbie Air Disaster Archives
Syracuse University Libraries
Acquisition Information
Gift of Wendy Sefcik via Remembrance Scholar John Tummino in 2014.
Processing Information
Items were placed in acid-free folders and an acid-free box.
Finding Aid Information
Created by: Vanessa L. St.Oegger-Menn
Date: February 2015
Revision history: March 2024 - Collection title, extent, and container number updated (VSOM)