He was born on July 2, 1949 in Caldwell County to the late Jimmy Gilbert and Ollie Summerow Gilbert. Mr. Gilbert spent most of his time outdoors enjoying gardening, hunting, and fishing.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister; Margaret Saunders.

Those left to cherish his memory include his son, Michael Gilbert and wife Sonya of Lenoir; daughter, Melissa Gilbert of Lenoir; sister, Betty Miller of Sawmills.

Also left to cherish are seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at Pendry’s Lenoir Funeral Home with Rev. Allen Stillwell and David Stillwell officiating.

Words of comfort may be expressed to the family at www.pendrysfuneralhome.com

Pendry’s Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Jimmy Jacob Gilbert.