Born March 5, 1939 in Chiclayo, Peru, she was the daughter of the late Jose Esquives and wife, Margarita Medianero.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Joseph Ray Gilbert; daughter, Carol Gilbert, son, Eric Gilbert; sisters, Vicky and Rosa Esquives and brother, Carlos Esquives.
The family has requested in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family nonprofit organization, Tower 15 Productions which supports women transitioning from homelessness in starting their own businesses via entrepreneurship mentoring and training. www.Tower15Productions.com
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lemmonfuneralhome.com for the Gilbert family.