Charles A. Gilbert Obituary
The memory of Charles A. Gilbert of Smithton, Illinois, born in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, who passed away on April 8, 2026 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Charles A. Gilbert to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles (Mary) and Gilbert; and his siblings, John "Sam", Eddie Gilbert and Clara Franks.
He is survived by: his wife Karen Gilbert; his sons, Joshua Koch (Karen) of Belleville and Michael "Sam" Gilbert (Megan) of Swansea, IL; his sister-in-law Sara Gilbert of Swansea, IL; and his grandchildren, Katherine Koch, Caroline Koch, Samantha Gilbert, Alec Gilbert and Alexa Gilbert.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to La Bella of Freeburg (formerly Freeburg Care Center) or Hospice of Southern Illinois.
