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George Gerbert Obituary
December 16, 1942 - November 11, 2017
Warner Robins, GA- George V. Gerbert, 74, entered into rest on Saturday, November 11, 2017.
George was born on December 16, 1942 in Sumter County, Georgia to the late Robert Valentine and Mary Frances Israel Gerbert. With pride and honor, he served his country in the United States Marine Corps, having fought during the Vietnam War. George retired after more than twenty-six years of dedicated service. Following his military retirement, George joined and retired from the Warner Robins Police Department as an officer. He was dedicated to his community and his faith, serving as a member and deacon of Hebron Baptist Church and the Kairos ministry. George was also a commandant of the Marine Corps League. He met daily with his breakfast gang solving the world's problems over coffee. George enjoyed researching genealogy, having matched over 11,000 extended family members. He adored his role as Opa to his grandchildren and was actively involved in their lives.
George is preceded in death by his parents and sister.
His memory will forever be treasured by his devoted wife, Brenda Joy Davis Gerbert; children, Rhonda Kaye Gerbert Mitchell (Larry) of Virginia Beach, Sheri Lynne Gerbert Shaw (James) of Warner Robins, Michael Brandon Gerbert (Ashley) of Spartanburg and Julie Valentine Gerbert Harrison (Daral) of Jacksonville, North Carolina; 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild and brothers, Robert Francis Gerbert, Valentine Adam Gerbert, and Joseph Israel Gerbert.
Visitation will be Tuesday, November 14, 2017, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., at McCullough Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Hebron Baptist Church. Afterwards, George will be laid to rest in Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will accept flowers, or donations may be given in memory of George Gerbert to Heart of Georgia Hospice at 103 Westridge Drive, Warner Robins, Georgia 31088 or Ronald McDonald House at 1160 Forsyth Street, Macon, GA 31201.
Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. McCullough Funeral Home and Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with George Gerbert's arrangements.
View the online memorial for SgtMaj George Valentine Gerbert, USMC (Ret.)
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Memories and Condolences
for George Gerbert
November 14, 2017
Brenda,
Please accept my condolences to you and your family.
Vladimir
November 14, 2017
to the Gerbert family, I'm keeping in my prayers.I will remember all the wonderful afternoons we spent out on our motorcycles. I know George loved his Family, Country and his motorcycle.
Cathy Allen
Amanda Knowles
November 13, 2017
Brenda,
My heart goes out to you and I wish I could hug you right now and tell you how much we love you. Please know my family prays for your family, George's family, and you.
November 13, 2017
RIP George, You lived a good life, and made life better for others with your service. Thank you!
Your high school classmate in Americus,
Cheryl Barton Brennan
Seketha
November 13, 2017
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
Carolann Curry
November 13, 2017
Brenda, so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband! My condolences to you and your family.
Ty Powell
November 13, 2017
Danielle and I feel so sad for you Brenda. It happened all too quickly. Please know that we hurt for you. We can't even imagine the pain. We know you will miss him so much. Please know we love you.
David Matthews
November 12, 2017
Rest easy Sergeant Major, the world is a better place because of you.Semper Fi
Stanley McCrea and Family
November 12, 2017
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever, May God Bless.
November 12, 2017
To the Gerbert family may the God of all comfort grant you all the strength to endure. Our prayers are with the family.
Shirley Powell
November 12, 2017
Dear Brenda and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are prayers go out for all of you. Shirley Powell
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