Gilbert Austin Woodlief
Gilbert Austin Woodlief
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Gilbert Woodlief Obituary
On November 5, 2025, Mr. Gilbert Austin Woodlief passed away surrounded by his family. Gilbert was born on May 2, 1933, in Wake County, NC. Gilbert was preceded in death by his loving soulmate, Christine Davis, and his son, Ronald Woodlief.
Gilbert was often thought of as the grumpy old man but was loved for his sense of humor and passion to prove everyone wrong. Gilbert was proud of his status as a veteran, where he served overseas in the Army, installing phone lines after World War 2. Upon completion of his tour of duty, Gilbert moved to Durham, NC, and proceeded to do what he loved best, being outside and doing whatever he felt like. Gilbert developed a strong relationship with his sons in his last years, as well as his daughter-in-laws. He is remembered for being a man of few words but leaving a lasting impression of complete love.
Gilbert is survived by his sons: Robert Woodlief (wife: Polly Woodlief), Dale Woodlief (wife: Kippy Woodlief), sisters: Thelma Howard and Faye Nolan, and a host of family and friends who will miss him.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation in Gilbert's honor on Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm at Gentry-Newell & Vaughan Funeral Home at 503 College Street, Oxford, NC 27565. A graveside service with military honors will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025 at 11:00 am at South Granville Memorial Gardens. Please keep the family in your thoughts.
The Woodlief family is honorably being served by Gentry-Newll & Vaughan Funeral Home.
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