He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Carol Chassaignac Watermeier.
Father of Michele, Jennifer (Michael), and Christopher (Chenae).
Gilbert is also survived by his beloved grandchildren that he loved so much and truly enjoyed being involved in all of their sports, activities of interest, and adventures, Lauren Artigues, Madison Artigues, Alex Watermeier, Sara Watermeier, Harrison Robichaux, and Caroline Robichaux. He will also be missed by his nieces and nephews and his precious dog and companion, Sophie.
Gilbert was also survived by his beloved sisters, Connie Calongne (Brent) of Houston, TX, Kathleen Delaune (Gene) of Saint Paul, MN, and brother, Ralph (Patsy) of Metairie LA.
Gilbert looked forward to his annual family trips to Destin where so many fine memories were made. Gilbert’s last travel was with his grandson, Harrison, in January 2020 to Paris, France. His desire to see Normandy was fulfilled.
Gilbert was passionate about contracting and building houses in Metairie- built with quality, elegance and simplicity in home building, along with his wife at his side, decorating and designing. They were a team.
He will be missed and remembered for his genuine kindness, smile, generosity, and willingness to help anyone. In the neighborhood he earned the nickname Mr. Wizard. He was talented and knowledgeable of most anything- whether it was cars or home repairs, his children would say, “Daddy will fix it!”
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 105 Bonnabel Blvd in Metairie, on Monday, August 3, 2020 at 2 PM. The family will be receiving visitors after 12:15 PM. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers please, send contributions to Alzheimer’s Association, 3445 N Causeway Blvd Metairie, LA 70002.
To view and sign the family guestbook, visit lakelawnmetairie.com
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