Wendell Gilbreth Obituary

The world bids farewell to Wendell Gilbreth of Galva, Illinois, departing on April 6, 2026 at the age of 83. Wendell leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Wendell Gilbreth to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Terry and Theresa Gilbreth; his wife Stella Marie Burwell (Raley); his stepson Robert Joe Burwell; and his siblings, Billy, Donald, Ruble, Linda and Jimmy.

He is survived by: his daughter Connie Risk of Rockford; his grandchildren, Ashley Doyle (Luke), Eric Nebel and Kylie Risk (D'Marco); his daughter Melinda Hilerio (Joe) of Apopka, FL; his stepson Andrew Burwell of Chicago; his daughter Kim Burwell of Springfield, IL; his grandsons, Jacob and Juan Burwell; his daughter Devyn; his grandson Chad Gilbreth (Brandy) of Peru, IL; and his great grandchildren, Stella, Sunny and Goldie.

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