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Jerry Gilbert

08/30/1947 - 09/29/2025

Obituary For Jerry Gilbert

Jerry Copeland Gilbert was born August 30, 1947, in Quitman, Georgia to the late Mr. Meadows and Mrs. Georgia "Mae" Gilbert. He is also preceded in death by his brother, James Gilbert, and his aunt, Louise Copeland Taylor.

A lifelong member and trustee of Welcome Hope Christian Church, Jerry graduated from Washington Street High School, Washington Technical Institute College, and American University. He served in the U.S. Naval Reserve and spent his career at the Federal Bureau of Investigation before retiring and moving back to his family home in Barney, Georgia in 2001.

Jerry Gilbert leaves to mourn his passing his wife, Gloria Plant Gilbert; one daughter, Monica Yvette Gilbert Dennis (Todd Dennis), Stratford, Connecticut; one son, Erick DeVonne Gilbert (Bernadette Taylor), Ellenwood, Georgia; three grandsons, Isaiah Javon Dennis, Jaylen Kyree Gilbert, and Jordan Riley Gilbert; and one granddaughter, Amayah Renee Dennis. He leaves also several sisters- and brothers-in law and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

Favorite Biblical - Passage 23 Psalm

Favorite Prayer - "The Our Father Prayer"


Visitation will be held on Monday, October 6, 2025 at the Stevens-McGhee chapel from 3PM-7PM.


Home going services will be Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 11AM at Welcome Hope Christian Church with Rev. Jackie Hargrow, officiating. Military burial rights will follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Valdosta, GA. Visit this website or our Stevens-McGhee Funeral Home Facebook page to view a livestream of the service.

Continue to keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.


Condolences & Tributes

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Gloria, we were so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. At this time of sorrow our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I can never forget Jerry's genuinely joyful greeting whenever I called whether it was early in the morning or late at night. That truly made my day. Gene and Peggy

Genius Johnson

My condolences to the family.

Chansette Smith-layne

Our family is so very sorry to hear about your loss. We are praying for your family. May the God of all comfort bring His loving comfort to you all as you grieve. -The Houston's

Tracy Houston

Gloria and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God comfort and bless you πŸ™πŸΎ! Love, James and Deborah Short

Deborah Short

Words if mine were sent to Ms. Deborah Plant, sister of Mrs. Gloria Gilbert, to be read aloud. Entitled.... Only Time and Miles

Ms. Denise Plant

My condolences to the family πŸ™

Brenda Tatum

Gloria and family you have my deepest sympathy. Jerry was a good friend for many years. May God bless you.

hickie5@verizon.net

Gloria, I send my deepest condolences to you and your family in this time of great loss. May God comfort you with His loving care.

Marie Butts

Our sincerest condolences on behalf of your friends at the Brooks County Democratic Committee. We are deeply sorry and appreciate all your service and support to your country and your community! You will be missed! πŸ’

FannieMarie JacksonGibbs

Monica and family, please accept our condolences for your loss. May the Lord hold you in His arms and give you peace and comfort. Ayanna

Ayanna Traylor-Mahmud

Condolences and Prayers to the Gilbert Family. May God comfort and strengthen You at this time. Respectfully from Christel Gilbert Wilfork and Famiy πŸ™πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸŒΉ

Tangela Wilfork

You have my deepest condolences and prayers family πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ

Carolyn (Ward) Adderley

My deepest sympathy. We will meet again when God says so.

Kimberly London Plant

A great husband plus a great wife equals a wonderful and happy life ! We love yall ! Sincerely, Randall and Lisa Grant

Randall and Lisa

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Stevens-McGhee Funeral Home, Inc. | Quitman, GA

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