Velma L. Gilbert, 95, passed away into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on Monday, October 10th, 2011 at Willard Care Center. She was born September 18, 1916 in Springfield, MO. Velma was a beloved homemaker who was deeply devoted to her family and friends. She was a charter member of South Haven Baptist Church.
Velma was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E Gilbert Sr., daughter Jan Collier and parents Harry and Katherine Seiler, and two sisters. She is survived by children Robert E. Gilbert Jr. and wife A. J., Katherine Christy, and Russell E. Gilbert and wife Heather. She was blessed with eight grandchildren, six great- grandchildren and a host of other close family and friends.
Graveside services will be Friday, October 14, 2011 at Maple Park Cemetery in Springfield at 1:00 p.m. The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to Willard Care Center, American Cancer Society or charity of choice. The family would like to extend our thanks to the staff and friends at Willard Care Center for their wonderful care and love. Services are entrusted to Greenlawn Funeral Home South. Online condolences can be made at greenlawnfuneralhome.com