Kenneth W Gilbert

Kenneth W Gilbert obituary

Kenneth W Gilbert

Kenneth Gilbert Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Keefe-Wade Funeral Home on Jul. 28, 2025.

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In Rehoboth, Kenneth W. Gilbert, age 76, passed away at home on July 22, 2025 following a lengthy illness. Kenneth was the husband of Linda (Benson) Gilbert of Rehoboth. He was born in Central Falls, RI, the son of the late Joseph and Viola Gilbert. Kenneth had resided in Rehoboth since 2019, formerly of Taunton. He was educated in schools in Providence and a graduate of Seekonk High School. He later received his bachelor's degree and worked as a web designer for the Foxboro Company. Kenneth enjoyed dancing, watching all sports, especially football, and spending time with family. In addition to his wife Linda, Kenneth leaves his loving children; Kim Allen and her husband Jeffrey, Michelle Masse, Craig Gilbert and his wife Melinda, and step sons Joseph and Michael Benson. He also leaves his grandchildren; Jessica Clay and husband Raymond, Zack Allen, Ryan Allen, Abigail Gilbert, Kaylee Sousa, and great grandsons Julian and Henry Clay. He was the brother of the late Ronald Gilbert. Funeral home visiting hours will be held at the O'Keefe Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA 02780 on Tuesday, August 5th from 5-6 pm. with a funeral home service at 6 pm. Visit our website www.okeefewade.com to sign the online guestbook, view obituaries and obtain directions.

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