Kenneth Wayne Gilbert, "Papa", 81 of Glendale, Arizona, passed away peacefully in his home January 5, 2018. Papa was born January 22, 1936 in Phoenix Arizona. Papa is reunited with his beloved wife Carol Ann and son Brian. Papa is survived by his brother Mike. His loving daughter and son Cheryl and Keith. His daughter in law Norma. His six grandchildren Doots, Steven, Brian, Alicia, Andrea, and Kameron. His nine great grandchildren Kaya, Liam, Belia, Brentley, Samuel, Lila, Athanasius, Leo, and Carol Emmaline. Visitation will be held Thursday January 11, 2018 6-8pm Rosary at 7:30pm at A.L Moore Grimshaw Bethany Chapel 710 W. Bethany Home Rd. Funeral Service will be held Friday January 12, 2018 11am at St. Helen's Catholic Church 5510 W. Cholla St. Contributions can be made to Banner Hospice. Papa was strong in his faith and the foundation of our family. He loved spending time in Pine and San Diego and sharing it with his family who meant the world to him. He had a passion for hunting and fishing and was remembered for driving Barny. Rest in peace Papa.