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Harold

Gale

Gilbert, Sr.

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March 26, 2019

Harold Gale Gilbert Sr., age 94, passed peacefully from this life to his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at the Brian Center in Low Moor, Virginia. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends. Gale, as he was called by his family, was born and raised in the Dryden community of Lee County, Virginia, the youngest child of the late Earvin Riley Gilbert and Emmer Hughs Gilbert. He was predeceased by brothers Tom, Willard (Bill) and Charles. He served in the United States Army in Europe during World War II and was in the ” Battle of the Bulge”. Harold, as he was called by colleagues, had a long career with Western Auto Supply Company as manager of stores in Louisville, KY and Chattanooga, TN before transferring to Roanoke, VA for a wholesale representative position with the company, where he covered a large territory in several counties. Harold Gale was a Christian, having accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior many years ago. While living in Roanoke he was a member of Colonial Avenue Baptist Church and during the last few years was a member of Lone Star Baptist Church. While still working and living in Roanoke, Gale and wife Phyllis fulfilled their dream of building a vacation house at the Bess family homeplace where they have permanently resided for the last 15 years. There he enjoyed gardening, working on the property with his tractor, and taking children in the family on truck rides. He also enjoyed music, especially gospel and bluegrass , traveling and decorating for Christmas. Throughout his life, even at the end, he was a people person who never met a stranger, was friendly to everyone, interested in everyone and loved kidding around. Surviving to cherish his memory: his loving and devoted wife of 72 years, Phyllis (Bess) Gilbert ; daughter Linda and husband Bill Litton of Covington; son Harold G. Gilbert Jr. and wife Linda of Roanoke. He was ” Papaw” to his 5 adored grandchildren, their spouses and 8 great- grandchildren. They are: Susan L. and husband David Haslet of Forest, VA; Katherine L. and husband Michael Lane of Glade Spring, VA; Jennifer L. and husband Iain Waugh of Bedford, VA; Crystal G. and husband Matt Thomann of Charlotte, NC; Matthew Gilbert and wife Georgia of Charlotte,NC. Great- grandchildren: Will Haslet, Helen Haslet, Olivia Lane, Ben Lane, Nathan Waugh, Lillian Thomann, William Thomann, Cooper Gale Gilbert. He is further survived by brother-in-law Dale Bess and wife Lynn of Hampton, VA, several nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Saturday,in the Chapel of Arritt Funeral Home with the Rev. Donald Earwood officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 until the time of service. Curtis A Smith VFW Post 1033 will conduct military rites. Interment will be private. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all at the Brian Center who gave such loving and compassionate care to our loved one. Memorial Contribution in Mr. Gilbert name can be made to Shriners Hospital for Children Att: office of Development, 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr. Tampa, Fl 33607. Visitation Information Date: Saturday, March 30, 2019 Time: 3/28/19 01:00 pm - 3/28/19 02:00 pm Arritt Funeral Home Service Information Date: Saturday, March 30, 2019 Time: 3/28/19 02:00 pm Arritt Funeral Home Chapel Cemetery Information
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Maddox Wickline and Family

Sep 29, 2023

Prayers for comfort and peace in the days, weeks, and months ahead.

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Ralph Oden Jr

Sep 29, 2023

I know how much you are loved and will be missed by your family. May you rest well and reunite with our loved ones on the otherside.

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ellen oden

Sep 29, 2023

hell of a brother in law and uncle to my boys ralphjr aka lil eddie jerry and alvin oden. fly high r i p u will me missed

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Jackie

Sep 28, 2023

We didn’t always see eye to eye but we always managed to laugh about it later. You were a great brother. You were also a awesome step dad to Nikki and Jr. And a super grandfather and great grandfather. I’m so glad I got to talk to you one last time❤️ I love you and will miss you. RIP

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Lisa Bush

Sep 28, 2023

You will be greatly missed. I know you and Mike are up in heaven having a big party. I miss you both so much.

I love you! I am so happy I got to say to tell you I love you.

Love you little sister Lisa

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Frenchy and Lori Parris

Sep 27, 2023

We had the pleasure of meeting Dontae at the wrestling tournaments. Our grandson Tyson started his Jr year and Dontae was a true inspiration to Tyson. He was always cheering on any teammate who was getting ready to hit the mat and he was always there when the match was over telling them good job whether they won or lost. I don't think I ever saw him that he didn't speak. He was a true blessing to anyone he ever met and I know Tyson will always have a special angel watching over him. RIP Dontae

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Lucy Brewster

Sep 27, 2023

I'm so sorry... You all are in my prayers... I'm so glad I had the honor to be friends with Brenda. Goodbye Miss P. I'll remember you always.

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Beth Smith Tucker

Sep 26, 2023

I am so very sorry for all of the family!
Hugs and prayers♥️🙏🏻.

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Ruth Lockhart

Sep 26, 2023

May She Rest In Peace. Brenda was a loving wife, mother and friend.

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Cary Linkswiler

Sep 26, 2023

My heart breaks for this community and Dontaes family! Forever a Mountie! Forever Mr. AHS! I hope and pray that Dontae and Carter are up their goofing off, because that’s the kind of joy they gave us!

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Nancy Moga

Sep 26, 2023

Sending love, peace, and sympathy to the family. So young and such a nice young man.

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Angelina

Sep 26, 2023

I didn’t really know Dante but I know that he was a good person, I’m sorry for your loss. I don’t really prey a lot but I will pray for Dante and his family.

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