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Gilbert, Melvin Roy "Bubby" (1941-2014)
Gilbert, Melvin Roy "Bubby"
Obituary
2014
Bellville Times
Melvin Roy “Bubby” Gilbert, 72, of Spring Valley, Texas, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, at his home. He was born on Oct. 28, 1941, in Bellville, the son of John Christian and Leona Emma (Pfeffer) Gilbert. Melvin grew up and attended schools in the Bellville area, graduating from Bellville High School, in 1959. After high school, he attended Blinn College for one year. In 1961, Melvin moved to Houston, Texas, where he was employed with the Texas Department of Transportation for five years. On June 20, 1965, Melvin was united in marriage to Carol Ann Frank, at the Industry United Methodist Church, in Industry. He and Carol made their home in Houston; he then joined a Sheet Metal School and Local Union 54. Melvin and Carol owned and operated Gilco for many years before both retiring. He enjoyed spending time with family and playing with his beloved dog, “Angel”. Melvin is survived by his loving wife of over 49 years Carol Gilbert of Spring Valley; daughter Lisa Michelle Gilbert-Jones of Houston; grandchildren Marc Anthony Jones of Houston and Eleana Mechele Luera of Houston; sisters Connie Gilbert Luedke and her husband, Butch, and Debbie Gilbert Smith, all of Bellville. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Sandra Gilbert of Bellville; Dorothy Frank Gross and Wilbert “Bubba” Frank and wife, Debbie, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Leona Gilbert and brother, Earl M. Gilbert. Visitation was held from 1-2:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17, 2014, at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Bellville. Graveside service followed at 3 p.m. in the Oak Knoll Cemetery. Pallbearers were Freddie Deutrich, David Kaliszewski, R.H. Priesmeyer, Wilbert “Bubba” Frank, Dwayne Gross and Butch Luedke. Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the A-Med Hospice, 8901 E F Lowry Expressway, Ste. B, Texas City, Texas 77591. Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, P.O. Box 610, 12029 hwy 36 S., Bellville, TX 77418. (979)865-2424 - www.schmidtfunerals.com Posted by Bruce White |
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Gilbert
Melvin Roy "Bubby"
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