Harold Gilbert, age 94 of Benton, KY died on Monday, April 10, 2023, at Calvert City Convalescent Center in Calvert City, KY. He was retired from Smith Contracting and was a veteran of the US Army where he served as a Corporal, and was also a member of the Airforce Reserves. He was a member of Zion’s Cause Baptist Church, was a 68 year member of the Mayfield Masonic Lodge #369, and was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers #181.
He is survived by several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Vada (Littlejohn) Gilbert of Benton, KY, his parents, Terrell and Velma (Wyatt) Gilbert, brothers, Wayne Gilbert, Ralph Gilbert, and sister, Martha Woods.
A Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Collier Funeral Chapel located at 211 West 5th St. Benton, KY 42025 with Dr. Charles Frazier officiating.
Interment with military rites will follow in the Smithland Cemetery, Smithland, KY.
Visitation will be held between the hours of 12:00 noon and 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Collier Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Zion’s Cause Baptist Church, 1532 US Hwy 68 W, Benton, KY 42025 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN.