Thomas Allen Gilbert

1958 - 2017

Thomas Allen Gilbert obituary, 1958-2017

BORN

1958

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park

2551 North Armistead Ave

Hampton, Virginia

Thomas Gilbert Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 7, 2017.

Thomas (Tommy) Gilbert, 59, passed away peacefully on Thursday July 6, 2017.

Tommy was a lifelong resident of Hampton, who was passionate about fishing and boating. He was honorably discharged from the Air Force and spent over 30 years working at Howmet Corporation.

He leaves behind his sister, Cathy Quinn and husband, Tom; brothers, Charles (Bubby) Gilbert and John Gilbert; his two loving daughters, Kristen Gilbert and Amanda Acree; nieces, Brandy and Melissa Sprouse; his girlfriend, Cammie Barefoot and daughter; Lyndsey Barefoot; Sandi and Kimberly Clay; as well as many other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends 10:00 am to 11:00 am, Saturday, July 15, 2017 at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home followed by a Celebration of Tommy's life at 11:00 am in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Waterkeeper Alliance at waterkeeper.org.

Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.

Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666.

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July 20, 2017

Annette Firth

RIP Tommy. Although I haven't seen you in many many years, I will never forget that little smile, that passion for fishing..the nights we all spent on Jeanettes Pier in Nags Head shark fishing, the fun we all had 4 wheeling back in the day with Mike Seay. You were a good friend. My prayers go out to your family.

July 13, 2017

David Biggs

Tommy and I were in the Air Force together and have been friends ever since. I am so sorry to hear the news of his passing.

David

July 13, 2017

Bruce King

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.Tommy was always a good friend to me.We worked at howmet for years.He love to fish that's all we talk about he will be missed.Why to young to pass, Praying for the family.

July 12, 2017

Griffin

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

July 12, 2017

Pete Prokup

Kristen, Carolyn and I are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pete and Carolyn Prokup

July 11, 2017

Steve, cheryl and family ❤

Kristen my beautiful niece I'm so sorry to hear about your dad he will always be remembered You're all in our thoughts and prayers may God be with you all during this difficult time ❤

July 11, 2017

Cheryl English Pernell

So sorry to hear about Tommy's passing. Tommy and I were childhood friends. Wonderful memories! My heart goes out to the family and friends that knew and loved him. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

July 7, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park

2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

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15

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park

2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

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2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

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