Douglas “Bud” Gilbert, 89, of Hickory passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at Cambridge House, surrounded by his family, following a period of declining health.
Bud was born August 12, 1934 in Burke County to the late Amos Gilbert and Saddie Massey Gilbert. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church and loved to hunt and fish.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Barbara Cannon, Alean Frye, and Nancy Burns; and daughter-in-law, Nancy Gilbert.
He is survived by his wife, Bette Brannock Gilbert; sons, Douglas Gilbert, Donald Gilbert and wife Carla; daughter, Patsy Cook and husband Dwight; grandsons, Chad Gilbert, Jason Cook, and Jonathan Cook; and granddaughters, Melissa Braniff, Erin Gilbert, and Halie McFalls. Also surviving are twelve great grandchildren; one great greatgranddaughter; and sister, Hilda Clark.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with Rev. Donald Anderson officiating. Interment will follow at Catawba Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Heritage Funeral Service.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.
Sending prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
I Knew BUD For A Long Time And He Taught Me A Lot While Working At Shuford Mills , Truly A Godly Man Whom Will Be Missed , Prayers For The Family !!!!!!
I am so sorry to hear this. He was a nice and friendly man. Prayers for all the family.
He was such a joy to take care of. Both he and Bette are the sweetest people. You will be missed Bud