Gilbert Lopez Obituary

Gilbert Lopez of Tavares, Florida passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at the age of 86 years. He was born in Manhattan, New York City. Gil proudly served his country in the US Army, serving in the Korean War as a medic. After the service he went to work for Eastern Airlines. He retired after 33 years as a flight attendant.

He moved to central Florida from Bal Harbor, Florida in 1991. Gil was preceded in death by his wife Nellie Lopez, brother and sister-in-law, Harry and Anna Lopez. He is remembered and will be dearly missed by his daughter and son-in-law, Marie and Paul Isgar of Lake Mary, Florida; daughter and son-in-law, Patsy and Tato Lizardi of Tavares; daughter and son-in-law, Louise and Andrew Reid of Naples, Florida; daughter and son-in-law, Debi and Mike Rhoades of Bergenfield, New Jersey; brothers, Frank (Dennis) Lopez of Puerto Rico and Alfonso (Olga) Lopez of Orlando, Florida; grandchildren, Jake, Gabbi, Anthony, Amanda, Nellie, Nikki, Matt, AJ, and Emily; 2 great grandchildren, Sofia and Lucas; and one great grandchild arriving soon, Mackenzie.
In lieu of flowers donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Gil’s favorite charity, would be greatly appreciated.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Thursday, January 4 from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm. A memorial ceremony will start at 3:00 pm, all in the funeral home chapel. .

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Steverson Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations

Updated by : Debi Brush Rhoades

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January 4, 2018

Carla Orlandi wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Gilbert Lopez, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Uncle Gilberto is now flying free embraced by God's Universal grace and love and reunited with loved ones. Blessings and hugs to my loving cousins Marie, Patsy, Lulu and Debi and all grandkids and family.”