Gilbert was an architect and developer in the Cleveland area for many years. He was involved in designing and creating local businesses, shopping centers and condominiums. Gilbert was an art lover and classical music devotee. He used his spare time developing his diverse talents, hobbies and interests.
Gilbert was an adventurous traveler of the world. He did not necessarily believe that a straight line was always the best way to arrive wherever he was going. He was a dog lover which led him to volunteer many hours to local animal shelters.
Beloved husband of Sandra Richland (nee Fellman); devoted father of Laurie (Gary) Biales, Robyn (Bruce) York and Tammy (Al) Salvatore; cherished grandfather of Shawn (Greg) Guyuron and Scott Biales, Philip and Andrew York, Nicole and Anthony Salvatore; loving great-grandfather of Sloane; dear brother of Gerald Richland (deceased).
Memorial services will be held at BERKOWITZ-KUMIN-BOOKATZ MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1985 S. TAYLOR RD., CLEVELAND HTS. on Thursday, April 12 at 12 noon.
The family will receive friends THURSDAY FOLLOWING SERVICES UNTIL 7 PM, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY FROM 1 to 4 AND 6 to 8:30 PM at the residence of Laurie and Gary Biales, 32870 Wintergreen Dr., Solon.
Contributions in Gilbert's memory are suggested to the St. Jude's Children's Hospital or Maltz Hospice House.
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