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Herbert Gilbert Obituary
Born April 23, 1943, in Nashville, Tennessee, he was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Theodore Gilbert Jr. and Sarah Ellen (Meredith) Gilbert; his brother, John Thomas Gilbert; son, Herbert Neil Gilbert; and daughter-in-law, Petra Arzberger.
Survivors include his wife of just over 30 years, Mary Jobe (Winters) Gilbert; his son, Marcus Adrian Gilbert (Kim); and Jobe's children, whom he loved as his own: Amy Grubbs Jackson (Scott), Charley Grubbs (Theresa), and Bryan Grubbs.
He is also survived by his grandchildren, Victoria McGaha (Jarrett), Carter Jackson (Haleigh), Mary Bailey Grubbs, Thomas Grubbs, Lucky Wilson Grubbs, Andrew Grubbs, and Samantha Grubbs; and great-grandchildren, Mason and Remi McGaha. He leaves behind numerous in-laws, nieces, and nephews, each of whom shared a special bond with him.
Herb spent his professional life as a television engineer at stations across the South, including WSB in Atlanta, Georgia; WTVF and WSMV in Nashville; and most recently, WSRE, the PBS station in Pensacola, Florida.
A man of many talents, Herb enjoyed flying, scuba diving, ham radio, reading, and time spent in nature. A proud Eagle Scout, he lived his life by the Boy Scout code. Above all, he loved his family-serving as a parent, father figure, mentor, grandfather, friend, and confidant.
A devout Christian, he was confirmed in the Catholic faith as an adult. In a final act of generosity, he donated his body to Vanderbilt University Medical School. A celebration of his wonderful life will be held at a later date.
Those wishing to honor his memory may make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America), Vanderbilt University Medical Center's Anatomical Donation Program, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library, or the charity of their choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Herbert Gilbert
JO ANN MCKINLEY BEAUCHAMP- first cousin-fathers side
July 31, 2025
my mother(his Aunt Thelma) and his father(my Uncle Bubba) were brother and sister - I'm his 95 yo cousin. i remember when Butch was born. i was 13-
i knew he was in tv production - so one day as i watched RIFLEMAN sign off the name GILBERT caught my eye.
so thinking it might be him - I inquired and much to my disappointment, he had passed away just 4 days before.
Michael Winters
July 29, 2025
Herb was a quiet, grounding presence for all. Ever ready to join a conversation, he never pushed one to start. He was happy by himself, and happy to have company. In many ways like Elwood P. Dowd in the play Harvey. Herb was smart, but he was "oh, so pleaant". We miss you, Herb!
Michelle Whittinghill
July 17, 2025
He was the most interesting man to have a conversation with. I loved his stories about his life when he was young and living in Nashville. I know he is in heaven right now "having a pipe". I´m going to miss him.
Becky
July 16, 2025
Herb will be so missed. He was kind, interesting, and faith filled. He was patient and calm in the midst of our loud family:) Most of all he loved my Aunt Jobe fiercely and was her perfect complement.
Diane Herrmann
July 16, 2025
I love the story of how Herb and Jobe began seeing one another I love, even more, how he treasured and cherished Jobe as his wife
Julie Reed
July 16, 2025
Herb was one of the most patient and kind people to walk this earth. I know he is now with his heavenly father. I hope you are enjoying a pipe and a nice Merlot. My love to all his family especially his sweet wife, my lovely sister, Jobe.
Virginia Jackson
July 16, 2025
Herb was a wonderful guy. We shared a love of , faith, chocolate and my sister,Jobe. I will miss him.
Amy Jackson
July 16, 2025
Butch will always be in my heart as a wonderful father, grandfather, and loving husband to my sweet mom. I'm thankful she did not back out of that first date! We love you and will see you in heaven someday.
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