Melvin Royce Gilbert Obituary
The world bids farewell to Melvin Royce Gilbert of Remlap, Alabama, departing on April 19, 2025 at the age of 90. Melvin Royce leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Melvin Royce Gilbert or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Melvin Royce shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Melvin Royce farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his wife Pauline Gilbert; his parents, Benjamin Talmadge and Lydia Purn Gilbert; his granddaughter Melissa Gilbert; and his brothers, Benny Gilbert, Ruben Gilbert and Richard Gilbert.
He is survived by: his sons, Steve Gilbert (Dianne), Dean Gilbert and Paul Gilbert (Tammy). He is also survived by 7 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 25th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Lemley Funeral Chapel (6878 2nd Ave W, Oneonta, AL 35121). A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 25th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
