Lawrence William Gilbert, Sr. passed away on August the 13th 2016. Born on February the 11th 1947 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Charles Mader Gilbert and Helen Basilo who predeceased him. He sadly will be missed by childhood sweetheart and wife of 47 years Donna DiLeo, daughter Dr. Erin Gilbert (Elizabeth Piercy), son Lawrence William Gilbert, Jr. (Janine) and granddaughter Ava Louise. Also, he is survived by sisters Barbara Higgins (Patrick), Jan Gilbert (Kevin McCaffrey) and many nieces and nephews. Larry graduated from Jesuit High School in 1965, and from Tulane University in 1969 with a degree in civil engineering. He was employed by the Corps of Engineers (dams, levees and channel slopes) during which time he earned his masters in civil engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and his doctorate from Tulane University. He served as an Adjunct Professor in civil engineering at Tulane in the 1980s. The majority of his career was spent as President of Gore Engineering later merging with Ardaman and Associates as Senior Vice President. He was a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Society of American Military Engineers and the Louisiana Engineering Society. Larry was a past president of the Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association. He was an avid tennis player belonging to City Park Tennis Club. Visitation will be held on Tuesday August 16th at 9am with service at 11am at Greenwood Funeral Home 5200 Canal Blvd. New Orleans, LA.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Aug. 13 to Aug. 20, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Gilbert

27 Entries

September 9, 2016

Hi, I am sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort and peace be with you and your family. 2 Corinthans 1: 3 & 4

Liz Mohre

August 23, 2016

Donna and family--I was so saddened to hear of Larry's passing. I have such fond memories of those great years when we were all neighbors in FSJ and had such fun: Larry being crowned "prom king" at Katie's and dancing to the jukebox, and the night the boys had us all "arrested" and bused by the sheriff's office to a surprise cruise on the lake. I will always look back fondly on the memories of all our times together. You have my deepest condolences, and know that you and the family are in my prayers.

Joe and Cindy Baucum

August 16, 2016

Donna Gilbert and Family,

Cindy and I were new to New Orleans when we first met you and Larry. Both of you proved to be gracious hosts and good friends. We worked closely with Larry for the enhancement of Faubourg St John neighborhood. We came to admire Larry as a dedicated civic worker and a tremendous human being. In turn, we came to know Larry, you, and your children as an ideal family unit. We will love and cherish the memories of those times forever. Thanks for being such good friends.

Phillip Liberty

August 16, 2016

Sorry to hear of Larry's passing, all my prayers and sympathys to the Gilbert family. Larry was never to busy to listen to any concerns or problems. He will be sorely missed.

Gerald (Jerry) Hanafy

August 16, 2016

I befriended Larry while attending Tulane School of Engineering and haven't seen him for many years. I graduated a couple of years after Larry and our acquaintance was somewhat limited, but I remember Larry very fondly. My heartfelt condolences to the entire Gilbert family.

Kathy Babin

August 16, 2016

To Donna and Family - I was so sorry to hear of Larry's passing! He will be greatly missed! You are in my thought andprayers!

Mishac Yegian

August 15, 2016

Larry's always cheerful friendship since our days together at MIT have enhanced my life. Karen and I will cherish fond memories of enjoying Larry's and Donna's company.
Larry will be sadly missed. His passing is an immense loss for us all.

With deep and heartfelt condolences,

Mishac and Karen

Wendy Foy

August 15, 2016

Donna, Erin, and Will (and family) - I am so sorry for your loss. Without Mr. Larry tutoring me in geometry I don't think I would have made it out of college. He was so kind and patient with me. He could also make a mean Old Fashion - that sure helped with bisecting those darn angles. I know he will be greatly missed by all he touched with his generous spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Love, Wendy

Taylor Casey

August 15, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Gilbert family. Larry was an all around great guy who will be missed by many. He always provided a wealth of information to his clients. Your family is in my prayers.

August 15, 2016

Very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was an excellent engineer and one of the finest men I ever met. Someone wrote he never spoke an unkind word about anyone, and that is so true. We learned a lot from Larry. We know him from the Gore Engineering days to present. Larry was always an engineer that would give you a reasonable answer that you could rest assured was well thought out. We are deeply saddened by his passing and our prayers go out to his family. We will miss this wonderful competent engineer very much, but we will miss the man Larry Gilbert even more.

All the staff at Perrin & Carter express our condolences to Larry's family.

Mike Carter

Ashton Avegno

August 15, 2016

Larry was an outstanding Engineer, a great person, and a good friend. I totally enjoyed our professional and personal relationship over the last 40 years. He will be missed by me and the entire community.

Eva & Frank McCoy

August 15, 2016

Donna,

We are full of shock, sorrow and extreme sadness at the heartbreaking news of the loss of Larry. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers; may you find comfort and strength in your many cherished memories. We will always remember the good times we shared many, many years ago with you and Larry; fun times. May Larry's love for you and the support of your family help carry you through this unimaginably difficult time.

With heartfelt sympathy,
Eva and Frank McCoy

Ernie Cox

August 15, 2016

Larry was the epitome of a great engineer, with a passion for technical excellence and client service. His passion now becomes his legacy. Ardaman engineers are far better off having worked with him. Always a smile for everyone. Larry will be sorely missed. Condolences to the Gilbert family.

RANDY PISTORIUS

August 15, 2016

LARRY WAS A FRIEND FROM ST PIUS AND JESUIT .HE WAS ALWAYS A HAPPY GUY WITH A SMILE . HE WILL BE MISSED BY THE ST PIUS LUNCH GROUP .

Ernie Cox

August 15, 2016

Larry was the epitome of a great engineer. He had a passion for technical excellence and client service. What was his passion is now his legacy. Engineers at Ardaman are better for having worked with Larry. He will be truly missed. Condolences to the Gilbert family.

Madan Kamboj

August 15, 2016

Wish his soul peace in haven.

Gerald Preau

August 15, 2016

Very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was always my "go to" guy on geotechnical issues. He was always willing to help and had the ability to explain complex geotechnical issues in clear, simple terms.

A couple of years ago, I called him with a question and I was having trouble understanding his explanation over the phone. He asked if he could come by my office and explain it in person. Fifteen minutes later he was sitting in my office. He drew a couple of sketches to clarify his answer and I understood exactly what he was saying. He will be sadly missed.

Butch Wyllie

August 15, 2016

My condolences Jan & Family...

August 15, 2016

Dear Donna and Family,

I will always remember Larry's warm smile. Malcolm and I send our deepest sympathy.

With love, Linda

August 14, 2016

Knew Larry for many years from city park tennis. He never spoke an unkind word about anyone. He was the epitome of a really first class guy. My prayers go out to your entire family. Arthur Denstedt

August 14, 2016

Very sorry and sad to hear of Larry's passing. I have been playing tennis with Larry on Tuesday's or Thursday's for many years now. He was a great guy to be around and will be missed. My prayers are with Larry and you his family.
Don Segari

Linda Gautreaux

August 14, 2016

Donna,

I will always remember the good times we had when we were young "bad girls" in the neighborhood -- especially, when the husbands surprised us with a riverboat ride -- what fun all of us couples had.

Both Reid and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Love,
Linda Gautreaux

Henry

August 14, 2016

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Classmate at Jesuit.
Super nice guy and respected by all. Tut Kinney

August 13, 2016

Dearest Donna, Erin, William and Family,
I wish there were words to express the sadness I feel over the loss of your wonderful husband and father. Larry was my dear friend and I shall miss him terribly. My heart is full of love for all of you. I will embrace and take comfort in the many memories of his life.
Keeping Larry and you in my prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy and Love,
Katherine Babin

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