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Neil Gilbert Obituary
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, January 16, 2011 at Arrington Funeral Directors.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Riverside UMC building fund, 735 Pierce Ave, Macon, GA 31204, Lambuth UMC, 160 Campbell Street, Jackson, TN 38301, Lambuth University, 705 Lambuth Blvd, Jackson, TN 38301, the Shriners Hospitals for Children International Headquarters, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607, or to Hospice of Central Georgia, 858 High St., Macon, GA 31201.
Mr. Gilbert was born and raised in Jackson, TN where he graduated from Lambuth College. He prospered in his career as Chief Chemist and Technical Director of American Biltrite Rubber Company in Ripley, MS until he retired in 1980. Mr. Gilbert was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church during which he performed numerous service rolls. He was also a life member in good standing of the Masons and the Shriners. He was a member of the Blue Lodge in Ripley, MS, the Scottish Rite in Corinth, MS, the Hamasa Shriners in Meridian, MS and The Shriners International. Mr. Gilbert also served as past Patron, Order of The Eastern Star.
Mr. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, Neil and Maggie Lou Gilbert; his brother, Russell Gilbert; and his son, Robert Allen Gilbert.
He is survived by his Wife, Pat Gilbert of Macon, GA; son, Richard R. Gilbert of Mount Juliet, TN; nephew, Rusty (Gayle) Gilbert of Jackson, TN; niece, Pam (Jim) LaBlanc of Trabuco Canyon, CA; great nephew, Air Force Captain Corey Gilbert of Japan; great nephew, Army 1st Lieutenant Brett Gilbert of Fayetteville, NC; great great nephew, T-Brett Gilbert of Fayetteville, NC; and a number of cousins.
The family will receive friends Saturday January 15, 2011 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Arrington Funeral Directors, 148 W. University Parkway, 731-668-1111
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for Neil Gilbert
Clinton Tanner
January 24, 2011
As I arrive in the morning and think of breakfast I think of Neil. So many times I would call Neil and say, "Are you ready to eat"? His answer nost of the time was, "Call me when you get to the gate and I will let you in". We had many enjoyable mornings just sitting and talking. I do miss Neil. God Bless you Pat.
Corey and Susanna Gilbert
January 21, 2011
He will be missed. We are praying for Pat and Richard during this difficult time. I will always think of him every time I drive by a paper plant. "They pop their bags on Sunday, that's why it stinks!"
Rusty and Gayle Gilbert
January 18, 2011
We will miss Uncle Neil so very much but he will always be in our hearts and memories. Remember Pat and Richard, we love and care about you and pray God will grant you peace during this and the days ahead.
The Brunswick Shrine Clowns
January 14, 2011
Hugs will be missed by all. God bless Pat and the Family. Hugs was a fun and loving clown. The Brunswick Shrine Clowns
Lynn Sullivan
January 13, 2011
We send our sincere condolences to you, Pat, and to Richard and to all family and friends. Mr. Gilbert was a wonderful person and we cared very much for him as our friend for many years. Love and prayers to you all! We will miss Mr. Gilbert very much.
Lynn, Kathy, Jeff, Jerry & Dennis
Michael Rivers
January 12, 2011
Mrs. Gilbert - you are in my prayers as you have been. My most sincere condolences regarding Mr. Gilbert's passing. I always enjoyed seeing and speaking with you both. May you seek comfort in the Lord and I pray that He would comfort you in return.
Gary Skaggs
January 12, 2011
Sorry for your loss
Pat Wilaon
January 12, 2011
Mr. Gilbert will certainly be missed by all of us at Jeneane's. He always brightened up our day. To his wife,Pat and rest of the family , you are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Staff of Jeneane's at Pinebrook
January 12, 2011
I remember Hugs, well. He was one of our Shrine Clowns here in Brunswick and a very active Member of College Place Methodist Church. George & Shirley Shirley
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