CW4 Gilbert Liebrick MacDonald, U.S. Army (Retired), was born in Philadelphia, PA on June 4th, 1931 and passed away in El Paso, TX on October 8th, 2018. Gilbert was preceded in death by his Father and Mother, John and Louise MacDonald, Daughter Patricia Louise, Son H. Christopher MacDonald as well as his Brothers, Gene and Paul MacDonald.
Gilbert is survived by his loving Wife of 60 years, Olga, his Son Gilbert Robert MacDonald and his Brother Peter MacDonald.
Gilbert was a true patriot, serving his country in the U.S. Army for 30 years and later in civil service for another ten years. His awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal (4 OLC), Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal (1 OLC), Korean Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.
Viewing will be held on Monday October 22, 2018 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with a Funeral Service beginning at 12:00 pm, followed by a reception at 1:00 pm Martin Funeral Home Central, 3839 Montana. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 2:30 pm.
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Martin Funeral Home Central, 3839 Montana Ave El Paso, TX 79903. (915) 566-3955. Please visit our online register book at www.FunerariaDelAngelMartin.com
