-1999) where he was awarded the Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching. He was founder and President of the consulting firm Richard A. Gibboney Associates, Inc. in the 1970's. He was a strong proponent of John Dewey's philosophy of education and an active member of the John Dewey Society, Phi Delta Kappa and other professional and honorary organizations. He was most happy reading, writing, and discussing education. He took great joy in coaching his graduate students as they prepared their dissertations. He published three books, "Toward Intellectual Excellence: Some Things to Look for in Classrooms and Schools" (1981), "The Stone Trumpet: A Story of Practical School Reform, 1960-1990" (1994) and "What Every Great Teacher Needs to Know: Practical Principles for Effective Teaching" (1998) and many other written works. He read the New York Times daily and more than his share of what he called "good thick books." When not focused on intellectual pursuits, his favorite hobby was flying sailplanes and single-engine airplanes. He enjoyed the challenge and peacefulness of the sky. He also had a deep love for the tranquility and beauty of his home and wooded setting in Birchrunville where his family's 6-acre property is protected by Nature Conservancy deed restrictions. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Roberta "Bobbie" (Henderson) Gibboney, children Richard A. Gibboney Jr. of Washington DC and Diane G. Carr of Carmel IN, grandchildren Megan Carr and Emily Carr, and sister Phyllis Hultman of Altoona PA. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Jean Weiksner. His passions included public education, intellectual pursuits to "expand his mind", flying, voracious reading (The New York Times and anything within reach), and the environment. His humor, generosity, intelligence and love of family will be greatly missed. The family is planning a small private ceremony at Alto Reste Cemetery in Altoona, PA at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the John Dewey Society.