Clay Andrew Gilbert Obituary

Clay Andrew Gilbert (Lincolnton, North Carolina) passed away on August 22, 2026. Clay, born on August 5, 1978, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Clay Andrew Gilbert to show support.

Clay will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Clay will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Clay’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.

He was predeceased by: his parent Ford Keith Gilbert; and his son Lucas Gilbert. He is survived by: his mother Sue Willis Gilbert of Lincolnton, NC; his wife Patricia B. Gilbert; his siblings, Jason Gilbert of Lincolnton, NC, Allison Neal (Chris) of Crouse, NC and Heidi Cerrato (Robert) of Charlotte, NC; his niece Olivia Cerrato; his nephew Jacob Neal (Sarah); and his great-niece Whitleigh Neal.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to DAV – Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301; or the family requests planting a tree in memory of Clay.