Rita Kay Gilbert Commons

September 8, 1947 - June 7, 2020 (72 years old)

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Rita Kay Gilbert Commons

September 8, 1947 - June 7, 2020 (72 years old)

Bristol, Tennessee

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Rita Kay Gilbert Commons Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Rita Kay Gilbert Commons of Bristol, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 72, on June 7, 2020. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Rita Kay Gilbert Commons or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Milford and Opal Day Gilbert; and her brothers, Benny and Lynn Gilbert. She is survived by: her children, Kelly Gunn and Mike Commons (Jennifer); and her grandchildren, Mary Kaylee Gunn, Charles Eli Commons and Meghan Elizabeth Commons. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

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June 11, 2020

Tracy Creger wrote a sympathy message

“I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a very special lady and friend to me. I worked with her when I started college learned some from heart. Breaks my heart she is gone. Love and prayers for the family.”

June 11, 2020

Joyce Reed wrote a sympathy message

“With each day there will come healing. With each day there will be understanding. With each day there will be memories. With each day there will be understanding. I will pray for you each day and remember you are on my mind each day.”

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June 11

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Oakley-Cook Funeral Home
2223 Volunteer Pkwy, Bristol, TN 37620

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June 12

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Oakley-Cook Funeral Home
2223 Volunteer Pkwy, Bristol, TN 37620

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June 12

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Eastern Heights Cemetery
431 Old Jonesboro Rd, Bristol, TN 37620

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