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Stanley Gilbert Obituary
8/5/1937 -- 9/26/2014
Stanley August Gilbert, aged 77, passed peacefully on September 26, 2014 in Plant City, Fla.
He was born in Akron, Ohio in 1937. Left to cherish his memories are, his wife of 55 years, Gwen; his sons, Kevin August (Laura) of Virginia Beach, Va. and Kerry Todd (Lynn) of Dover, Fla.; his grandchildren, Ryan (Marlenn) and granddaughter, Kaitlyn Robertson (Ian) of Virginia Beach, Va.; and great-grandsons, Logan Gilbert and Elliot Robertson; brothers, Norman (Norma) of Akron, and Robert (Shelly) of Portland, Ore. He was the son of Carl (deceased) and Gertrude who survives at 102 years of age in Portland, Ore. He is also survived by nieces and nephews as well as Riley and Keegan.
Stan graduated from Springfield H.S., Goodyear Industrial University and The University of Akron. He worked as a plant engineer for Goodyear Tire in Akron, Ohio, New Bedford, Mass. and Luckey, Ohio. He leaves many friends from Goodyear, Boy Scouts, RV'ing, Quarter midget, sports car, and sprint car racing.
"Do not cry for me when I'm gone. I've lived a full and interesting life with my wife and family and leave with great memories."
Love you more. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Lifepath Hospice at (813) 908-7650.
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Memories and Condolences
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Robert Gilbert
September 13, 2025
Miss you my Brother and all the good times we shared together through the years! To your family and friends,
Rest in Peace my Brother,
Robert (Bob) Gilbert
Joy Roman
October 11, 2014
Dear Gwen,
I just found out that Stan had passed. Please forgive me for being late with this remembrance, but was out of town and had stopped the paper.
Stan was a really special guy. I always looked forward to seeing you guys at the office. He was such a character. I hope that Jerry and I can enjoy our retirement as much as the two of you did. What a special life you two had. Cherish his memory. I used to tease him about his mustache because Jerry has one...always telling him I was partial to a man with a good mustache. Love to you and your family. Special prayers tonight for all of you. Love, Joy
October 3, 2014
Gwen & family, I will never forget Stan and his kind ways.
We had a lot of laughs and fun at work. I am so glad we had the time to visit in June and I will keep that time in my heart forever. May God keep you all in the palm of his hand and give you peace and comfort. I love you all! Linda Holcomb
October 2, 2014
Gwen, you and your family are in my prayers. May God give you peace and comfort now and in the days ahead. Karen Thiem McDonald
Dan and Pam Kehlmeier
October 1, 2014
Stan lived his life to the fullest. Always a positive attitude about everything. I learned a lot from Stan in the 30 years we worked together.
Joel and Rebecca
October 1, 2014
Dear Gwen,
We're so glad to have had that visit with you two awhile back. Stan was his usual kind, generous, and cheerful self, and you were--as always--the apple of his eye.
We send our love and caring prayers to you, Kevin, and Kerry.
Love,
Gene & Bonnie Graves
September 30, 2014
We all live for a season, to learn from others. We all make memories, and those memories will last forever. Some where in heaven, we shall meet Stan again. doing what he always have done. Being kind to others. and helping every one. He left us only for a short time,and those memories he made or helped some one to make, shall life on forever, We are blessed to have known him, and to have him as a true friend.
September 30, 2014
So sorry for the Gilbert family. I will always the of us in victory lane With much love UPS DAVE
September 30, 2014
My thoughts are with you. Uncle Stan will be missed. Love, David
Brenda Genzman
September 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss Qwen, always loved visiting with you guys at the track! God bless you & your family R I P Stan God Speed
Brenda Genzman
Billie Jean West
September 30, 2014
May your faith carry you and your family through this difficult time.
Janice Shannon
September 30, 2014
Gwen you and your family have my sincere sympathy!
Kaitlyn Robertson
September 30, 2014
For my dearest Grandpa. I love you with all my heart. I miss you. You will forever be with me. - Love your Kaity-Bug
September 30, 2014
Dear Family,
During this most difficult time, may the future promises at Psalms 119: 50, 79 bring comfort.
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