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Eugene Gilbert Obituary

Eugene H. "Butch" Gilbert, 82, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025, surrounded by family. He was the husband of the late Bonnie J. (Xander). Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Pearl I. (Nichol) and Humphrey G. W. Gilbert. A 1960 graduate of Dieruff High School, he then served with the Navy during the Vietnam War as a CTR3 in the naval security group. Butch was employed at Wells Fargo as a computer operator for 35 years. He was a family man who enjoyed fishing, working in his garage, spending time at the dude ranch, and being the family handyman. Survivors: daughter, Becky; sons, Greg, Kevin (and wife, Kim); grandson, Gregory; great granddaughter, Karli; brother, Tim (and wife, Pat); sister-in-law, Debra Roulston; nieces and nephew. He was preceded in death by son, Ryan, and sisters, Rachel Smith and Lucille Reitmeir. Services: 2PM Thursday at STEPHENS FUNERAL HOME, INC. 274 N. Krocks Rd. Allentown. Call 1PM until service time. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Apr. 16, 2025.

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David n Barbara Gasdik n family

April 17, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Grateful

April 16, 2025

Butch,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful American

Robert J. Miklas, USN, AT2AC.

April 16, 2025

Eugene, you are now relieved from your watch. A job well done fellow navy Vietnam Veteran. The final battle is now over and peace has been restored. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation“s defender. Smooth sailing shipmate.

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