Melvin Gilbert Sr. Obituary
We are sad to announce that on January 8, 2021, at the age of 83, Melvin Gilbert Sr. of Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melvin Gilbert Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ceylon Sr. Gilbert and Alice Gilbert (Moyer); and his siblings, Carlson Gilbert, Ceylon Gilbert Jr., Nelson Gilbert, Lowell Gilbert and Betty Moyer.
He is survived by: his wife Mary E. Gilbert (Schwartz); his children, Marlo (Mike Kershner) of Pine Grove, Melissa (John Strauch) of Schuylkill Haven, Melvin M. Gilbert Jr. of Schuylkill Haven and Martin (Becki Gilbert) of Schuylkill Haven; his grandchildren, Melvin M. Gilbert III, Jonah Gilbert, Cassie Deaven (Dakota), Casey Kershner, Hunter Strauch, Jacob Gilbert and Aaron Gilbert; his great grandchild Mya Gilbert; and his siblings, Suzanne (Harold Schrader) of Schuylkill Haven and Dale Gilbert Sr. of Auburn. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, memorial services will be held at a later date.
At the family's request, donations in Melvin's memory may be forwarded to Landingville Fire Company, 1 Firehouse Road, Landingville, PA 17972.
