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Leslie Gilbert Obituary
LESLIE GILBERT
Mar. 26, 1962 - Aug. 18, 2011
After a long and courageous battle with Melanoma, Leslie went peacefully to be with the Lord whom she loved so much on August 18. Born March 26, 1962, Leslie attended McCabe School and Central Union High School. She worked at Ben Hulse and, most recently, Waggoner schools were she was loved by children, parents, and co-workers.
Leslie raised two beautiful children and was a wonderful "Nani" to her grandson, Tyler who was the light of her smile. She battled cancer with grace, courage, beauty and, most of all, hope. Hope for a cure but a more abiding hope that God is in control no matter what the earthly outcome. Leslie blogged her journey, where she inspired thousands all across the country. "Leslie's Celebration of Life" blog can be seen at www.mgilbert.net
Leslie is survived by her husband, Mike; her children, Ryan, Jenna and Jeff; her grandson Tyler; her parents, Bill and Besse Cones; her other parents, Frank and Jodi Gilbert; her siblings, John, Donald and Monica; numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws, and more friends than anyone could ask for.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 27, 10 a.m. at Faith Assembly Church in Imperial. Lunch reception to follow at Frank Wright Cafeteria, bring Leslie's favorite side dish, salad, or dessert.
Leslie will not be forgotten.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leslie Gilbert
Brandi Walls
September 21, 2011
I have know the Gilbert brothers and their families many years! I was very sad to hear Leslie lost her battle. I know she is with God and is no longer suffering. My prayers to Mike and his family during this difficult time!
sara wojticki
September 20, 2011
Blesings going for all the family. May Jehova bring peace, love and many blessings,,in Jesus, amen
Ashley Jaime
August 30, 2011
Jenna, we are so sorry about your mom, she was beautiful in more ways than one. I'll never forget the last hug her and I shared and I'll always remember the moments with her as we grew up together. May God bless you and your family in this difficult time. Sending you hugs like no other, remember shes watching over you and your little Tyler everyday. Love you Jen.
The Jaime Family
(J.J., Ashley and Maddison)
SOPHIE GARCIA
August 29, 2011
TO THE GILBERT FAMILY,
I WISH TO EXTEND MY CONDOLENCE ON THE LOST OF WIFE,MOTHER,GRANDMOTHER[LESLIE].MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF.LESLIE WAS A REMARKABLE PERSON, SHE WILL BE REMEMBERED ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS,HER MEMORIES WILL LIVE ON R.I.P.
"Angel" Linda Morgan
August 29, 2011
Leslie was a truly amazing woman to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She changed the lives of all she came in contact with. "Well done, Good & Faithful Servant, well done". You'll never be forgotten. It was a joy and honor to be your angel during your cancer journey, but even more it was my pleasure to be friends. "Angel" Linda
The Lovecchio Family
August 27, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donna Cartwright
August 26, 2011
Gilbert family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you all during this very difficult time.
August 26, 2011
Dear Mike and family,
So very sorry to hear that Leslie lost her battle. We have followed her blog and have kept you in our prayers till the end. What a beautiful person she was, thanks for sharing her with us.
May your memories and the love of friends help find peace.
Martin and Kathy McNeer
Barbara Fusi
August 25, 2011
Ernie Scott was just here with Jillian and we were thinking of you Bessie, and the rest of your family. We are so sorry Leslie had to leave you. She was a fighter.
Debb Richards
August 25, 2011
I never met Leslie but knew her as a friend on our scrap booking MB. She was always so gracious and friendly and an inspiration to me and I will miss her. My condolences and prayers to you and your family
Christy Pinuelas
August 25, 2011
Dear Cones and Gilbert family,
What a testimony of faith Leslie has been to all of us! I am so very blessed to have known Leslie and to witness her never waivering faith. She was fearless when I would have been fearful. Love you all - Christy Billing Pinuelas
Debbie
August 25, 2011
I too, am so sorry for your loss but know that sweet Leslie is now in the glorious company of our Lord Jesus Christ. I pray that it makes your mourning a bit easier. Temporary is this time spent apart from her. I know that you are surrounded by a lot of loving friends and family and am so thankful for that. Smile on sweet Leslie!! What an example you have been in my life!
Debbie Miller
August 25, 2011
Leslie, although I didn't know you in person, we were on the scrapbooking message board and I followed your blog. You were/are such an inspiration. My condolances to all of your family and friends.
Beverly Alvarado
August 25, 2011
May the Lord be with each of you as he always has,
Dee Anna (Milner) Roney
August 25, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Leslie’s passing. She was a dear friend to me back at McCabe and her kindness will not be forgotten. May your memories bring you comfort and your faith give you strength.
Rissy (Terrazas) Marrs
August 25, 2011
Dear Mike, kids and Cones family,
Leslie was a special person and no matter how much time went by, she always greeted me with a friendly hello. I am so sorry for your family's loss, and for all the friends whose lives she touched.
Lynn Lawrence
August 25, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Maria Bracamonte
August 24, 2011
Mike,our most sincere condolences to you and your family.May god give you faith and peace during tis difficult time.Sincerly Guadalupe Islas & Maria Bracamonte Families.
Rosa Valenzuela
August 24, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Betsy Adams
August 24, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying for you all. With Gods love and grace you can get through this.
Marga Kellogg Cooley
August 24, 2011
"In God's Hands." Leslie walked the walk.
John and Brenda Grose
August 24, 2011
Mike, Jenna, Jeff, Ryan, Tyler, Monica, and Bessie, I know how much we are going to miss our special little Leslie. She fought this nasty disease all the time remaining positive and inspiring all of us along her journey. I had the most amazing conversation with her just a few weeks ago and she was weak but had her treatment planned out, and knew that it was not going to be easy but she was ready for the battle... all the time still encouraging me even in her weak tone. God used her fully while she had her short stay here... I am sure she has a very important role in Heaven. I pray that you will draw strength from each other. We will continue to pray for you. God bless each and every one of you as you move forward.
John and Brenda Grose
Madeline Willis
August 24, 2011
We all miss Leslie and her courage and faith. She was such an inspiration to all of us. Her ability to make us all feel like we were her best friend is something I will never forget. May God give you and your family comfort and peace.
August 24, 2011
May God give love and comfort to All her family and friends" Now< we have One more Angel looking after us!! Sara B. Wojticki
August 24, 2011
May God bless you & your family in this time of sorrow.You are in our thoughts & prayers. Connie Ojeda-Arellano (Anaheim, Ca.)
Peggy Severe
August 24, 2011
Leslie will live forever in the hearts of us all. She was beautiful inside and out. I will never forget her beautiful smile. I will miss my dear sweet friend. Mike, Jenna, Jeff, Ryan and Tyler thank you so much for sharing her. Love you all.
Irene De La Rosa
August 24, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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