Bobby Jean Gilbert's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Cleveland, Mississippi

Bobby Jean Gilbert

April 17, 1935 - January 4, 2026 (90 years old)

Cleveland, Mississippi

Bobby Jean Gilbert's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Cleveland, Mississippi

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Bobby Jean Gilbert

April 17, 1935 - January 4, 2026 (90 years old)

Cleveland, Mississippi

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Bobby Jean Gilbert Obituary

We bid farewell to Bobby Jean Gilbert (Cleveland, Mississippi), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 4, 2026 at the age of 90. Bobby touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bobby Jean Gilbert to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Homer Gilbert and Rosa Mae Gilbert. He is survived by: his siblings, Joseph Gilbert, Ed Gilbert, Eva Pearl Gilbert, Homer Gilbert Jr., Mary Lee Gilbert Pope, Jimmy Lee "Tuck" Gilbert, Billy Ray Gilbert, Howard Lynn Gilbert, Rita Moody and Nita Oller; his wife Geneva Kay Gilbert; his children, Brenda Kay Carter of Clarksville, TN, Debra Jean Noble of Cleveland, MS, Glen Allen Gilbert (Kim) of Drew, MS, Sharon Ann Thornburg (Derek) of Grenada, MS and Mary Katherine Barlow (Bubba) of Valley Park, MS.; and his grandchildren, Jeffrey Allen O'Neill (Alexandria) of Smyrna, TN, Kimberly Grace Hogue (Justin) of Erin, TN, Dorothy Kay Hudak (Chris) of Clarksville, TN, Ronald William Sagar (Courtney) of Clarksville, TN, Steven John Noble Jr. (Stephanie) of Greenwood, MS, Reena Blair Noble (Mack) of Greenwood, MS, Brandon Keith Gilbert (Dana) of Jackson, MS, Chase Allio Gilbert (Rachel) of Cleveland, MS, Peyton Weems of Greenwood, MS, Stephanie Kay Utroska (Chris) of Greenwood, MS, Heather Nicole Sappenfield (Jason) of Southaven, MS, Jessica Olivia Barlow of Valley Park, MS and Paul Wesley Barlow IV of Valley Park, MS.. He is also survived by great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

He will be remembered fondly for his unwavering spirit, his love for his family, and his contributions to the community that he held so dear.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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Ray Funeral Home
206 Bishop Rd, Cleveland, MS 38732

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Celebration of life

Ray Funeral Home
206 Bishop Rd, Cleveland, MS 38732

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Jan 10

Graveside service

North Cleveland Cemetery
1098 Old Hwy 61, Cleveland, MS 38732

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