Julia Gilbo Obituary
Julia E. GILBO Passed away October 20, 2010 at the age of 88. The youngest of 10 siblings, Julia was born on a 52 acre farm in Waco, Kentucky to Tom and Cornelia Tribble. After graduating from Waco High School, Julia moved to Fort Lauderdale with one of her sisters and soon met the love of her life, Marine Officer and Pilot, Ralph Gilbo. They married on January 1, 1944 and after Ralph's commitment to the war moved to Seattle with young son, Herb. Two more children, Guy and Candy, followed and the family bought a larger house in North Seattle, residing there for over 50 years until Ralph's passing in 1999. Julia is survived by her sons, J. Herb (Judie) Gilbo and Guy (Linda) Gilbo; daughter, Candy (Llon) Johnson; grandchildren, Sonia (Jack) Unbehend, Lacey Gilbo, Gwen Dunn, Craig Gilbo, Andy and Brent Johnson; great-grandchildren, Blake, Justine and Jenna; many loving extended family and friends. At Julia's request, a graveside service will be held at 2PM on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at Evergreen-Washelli 11111 Aurora Ave. N. Seattle.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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