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John Gilbert Obituary

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. today at Crestwood Cemetery for Mr. John Rudolph Gilbert, 83, of Gadsden, who died Friday, May 6, 2011. The Rev. Philip Elliott will officiate. Crestwood Funeral Home is in charge.
Mr. Gilbert was born in Anniston and was raised in Montevallo, where he met a special lifelong friend, Taylor Davis. His Army career included serving in the Philippines in the 5th Cavalry Regiment, within the 1st Cavalry Division.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Rudolph and Irene Baker Gilbert; and one sister, Dorothy Jean Neverick.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Peggy Page Gilbert; son, John Page and his wife, Heather; daughters, Pamela Gilbert and Patrice Hall; grandchildren, Garrett Hall, Grant, Abby and Trent Gilbert, and Lyndsay Jackson.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Headache Foundation or the American Heart Association.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gadsden Times from May 9 to May 10, 2011.

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Janice Coley Clayborn

May 11, 2011

Page, thinking of you during this difficult time.

American Heart Association

May 10, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Tresa Foster Flanegin

May 10, 2011

Thinking of and praying for your family during this time, I have special memories of fun times in the Gilbert home during my school years. Patrice is a special and dear friend that I am blessed to have.

May 9, 2011

Just know I'm thinking about you and praying that God will supply every need you have now and in the future.
Helen Baker Gadsden, Al.

Janet Peek

May 9, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you and your family. Love you and miss seeing you Peggy.

Bruce & Jackie Hodge

May 9, 2011

Know that we are praying for you during this time - trusting The Lord to hold you close!

Sharon & Wayne Lamkin

May 9, 2011

Peggy, so sorry to hear of your loss. Love you and will be praying for you and your family.

Mike Chesnut

May 9, 2011

Mrs. Gilbert, Page, Pam and Pat: Y'all are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Karen Blythe-Smith

May 9, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. Treasure your many wonderful memories that help to sustain you through this difficult time.
Karen Blythe-Smith

MANNA Staff

May 9, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Chisty Wade

May 9, 2011

Praying God comfort you during this time.

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