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John Gilbert Obituary
Remington - John R. Gilbert, 72, of Remington, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 31, 2020 at Franciscan Health Hospital of Rensselaer.
He was born March 9, 1947 in Lafayette to James and Phyllis (Hackley) Gilbert. John was a 1965 graduate of Remington High School. Shortly after he joined the National Guard from 1966 to 1972.
His marriage was to Bernice Bower on August 31, 1974 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Fowler; she survives.
John was a farmer in Benton and Jasper County for the majority of his life. He enjoyed collecting and restoring antique tractors and had a vast collection of toy tractors.
Surviving along with his wife and parents are two children, Katherine (Joel) Vanderwall of Lafayette and Dan (Adrienne) Gilbert of Fishers. Also surviving are grandchildren, Sarah Vanderwall, Owen Vanderwall, and Myles Gilbert; four sisters, Carol Gilbert of Plymouth, IN, Diane (Robert) Miller of New Castle, IN, Elaine (Jerry) Scott of Lafayette and Marla (David) Ostermeyer of Carmel, IN.
Friends may call from 4-7 PM (EST) Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington. Funeral Service 11 AM (EST) Wednesday, February 5, 2020 also at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home. Interment to follow in Remington Cemetery.
In lieu of floral arrangements, memorial contributions may be made in John's name to the American Heart Association or the Benton County 4-H Association.
Share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rick and Pam Peercy
February 3, 2020
Bernice and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gene/Diane Waibel
February 2, 2020
Our sympathy for your family at the loss of your loved one, John..Our prayers will be for you and your family in the coming days ahead,so very sorry.
Ed and Carolyn Watson
February 2, 2020
Our hearts are in pain for the Gilbert family. You have been like family to us for so long. Our prayers for you all. John will be missed by many. RIP John till we meet again dear friend
Teresa Miller
February 2, 2020
Dear Bernice and family,
I just heard this evening about your loss. I was shocked and so sorry to hear. I'm praying for you and your families. May god wrap his loving arms around you as you navigate the days and weeks ahead.
Love,
Teresa
Joy Scott
February 2, 2020
Bernice and Family,
My sincere condolences. Prayers and hugs are with you during this very difficult time .
janet windler
February 2, 2020
Bernice and family, so sorry foe your loss. thoughts and prayers to all.
February 2, 2020
Bernice and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Duane and Phyllis Sondgeroth
Sandy Jewell
February 1, 2020
Bernice and family, so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Alberta Whitaker
February 1, 2020
Jim and Phyllis, My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of John's family during this time of sadness. May God bring comfort to all of you and may you share happy memories to help get through the difficult days ahead.
February 1, 2020
Bernice & family,
So sorry about John's passing. Please know I'm sending thoughts & prayers for you & your family. (John & I went to Wadena School together, & Wayne & I graduated together.)
Karen Wetli Wang
Cape Coral, Florida
Lynn Martin
February 1, 2020
Bernice, I'm so very sorry about John. Prayers for you and the kids. May angels envelope you in their wings and comfort you all, now and in the coming days. My sincere sympathy.
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