BORN

1927

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home

38 State St.

Middleport, New York

Clare Gilbert Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 9, 2015.

Clare C. Gilbert



of Middleport passed away Sunday, December 6, 2015 at Mercy Hospital, Buffalo, NY.

Mr. Gilbert was born June 25, 1927 in Medina, NY son of the late Lewis and Gertrude (Stern) Gilbert and he has lived in Middleport all of his life.

He served in the US Navy during World War II.

He and his wife Rosemary (Mallaber) Gilbert were married October 14, 1950.

He was employed at Harrison Radiator as a pipe fitter and retired after several years of service.

He was a member and Past Master of the Hartland Masonic Lodge and he enjoyed his family and wheeling and dealing in all types of engines.

He also enjoyed playing cards, especially Eucre at the Medina Senior Center and the Middleport HUB.

He was predeceased by two brothers Roger Gilbert and Russell Gilbert.

He is survived by his wife Rosemary Gilbert, one son and one daughter Dennis (Florence) Gilbert of North Tonawanda and Karen Gilbert Robertson of Sanford, Florida; three grandchildren Brendon James Gilbert, Esq. of Cheektowaga, Todd Aaron Robertson of Denver, Colorado and Eric John (Lindsey) Robertson of Fort Worth, Texas; five great grandchildren Justin, Stella, Jane, Ben, and Emma.

Also surviving are his stepchildren Michael D'Auria of Buffalo, Harold Bergquist of Lockport and Jacquelline (Will) Worden of Middleport and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Saturday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport where funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Stanley Thurber officiating.

Burial will be in Hartland Central Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials to the Middleport HUB would be appreciated by the Gilbert family.

Visit www.bateswallace.com to send a message of condolence.

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December 21, 2015

We were so saddened to hear of Clare's passing. Rosemary, we will always hold both of you in such high regard, especially how Clare reached out to our little boys at church. Love from The Jones Family

December 12, 2015

William H Tilton Jr

So sorry to hear about your loss !! My Prayers go out to you and your family at this Difficult Time !!

December 12, 2015

Billie Banks

Sorry to hear of your loss. May GOD Bless you & your family with comfort and Peace that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time.

December 12, 2015

Jeff Douglas

Will always have fond memories of racing karts for you back in the '90's. RIP Clare.

December 11, 2015

Clayton Ehrenreich

A great person, friend and Christian. Deepest sympathy from his church family at St. Peter Lutheran.

December 11, 2015

Ruth Fidinger

May God put a pillow between you and your pain at this time.

December 9, 2015

Susan Bilicki

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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