James Gilbert Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on November 15, 2025 we had to say goodbye to James Gilbert of Elberta, Michigan, born in Arcadia, Michigan. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Gilbert to show support.
He was predeceased by: his wife Joan Fitzhugh; his brothers, Fay, Gerald, Verle and Phillip; his parents, Alice Gilbert and Floyd Gilbert; and his in-laws, Orlo and Goldie Fitzhugh.
He is survived by: his children, Roger Gilbert (Sarah) and Marilyn Schmitt (Fred); his grandchildren, Jim Gilbert, Elizabeth Weldon, Dan Schmitt, Angie Schmitt and Brian Schmitt; his great grandchildren, Wyatt Card, Colton Card, Gabriel Gilbert, Alexis Gilbert, Allison Gilbert, Peyton Schmitt and Lily Schmitt; and his siblings, Carroll Gilbert, Betty Fitzhugh (Ken) and Joyce Howard (Ed). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to the Elberta Heritage Center, PO Box 574, Elberta MI 49628.
