DAVID THOMAS ‘DAVE’ BIBB II Jan. 28, 1942 – July 20, 2025
David Thomas (Dave) Bibb II passed away on July 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and service. Born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to David Thomas (Dee) and Mabel Bibb, Dave lived a life filled with purpose, compassion, and creativity. After graduating from Robertson High School, he earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Music from New Mexico Highlands University.
On August 17, 1963, Dave married his soulmate, Mary Kay Bird, whom he had introduced himself to a year prior in the university swimming pool. Together, they had five children—Mary Beth, David, Jim, Melodee, and Melanie—and created a home filled with love, music, and faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife Mary Kay, his daughter Melodee, and his sisters Bettye, Ruth and Myrtle Bee.
Dave’s career as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation spanned 23 years, serving in offices from New Orleans, Los Angeles, Victorville, CA, and Gallup and Santa Fe, NM. His work on high-profile cases—from kidnappings to counterespionage—reflected his unwavering commitment to justice and integrity. Following his retirement from the FBI, Dave worked for 13 years at the Los Alamos National Laboratory as a Security and Intelligence consultant. He also remained active in law enforcement through the New Mexico Mounted Patrol.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dave was a gifted musician whose talents brought joy to countless hearts. He was a choir director, a singer, and a master of many instruments, including the organ, piano, accordion, and harmonica. His clever wit and disarming humor made him the heartbeat of every room.
He will be remembered not just for what he achieved but for the light he brought to others through his music, his kindness, and the steadfast love he gave to family and friends. Dave is survived by his four children and their spouses, 15 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and countless friends he valued as chosen family.
Dave’s family is incredibly grateful to the people – too many to name – who provided companionship, practical assistance, and professional support during the 11 months since Mary Kay’s death.
Services will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Victory Life Church, 258 Frontage Road, Las Vegas, NM. Interment will be at 3:00 p.m. at the Masonic Cemetery just off New Mexico Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to Victory Life Church. https://myvictorylife.com.