JOSEPH F. GILBERT STAUNTON- Joseph Franklin Gilbert, age 84, husband of Nancy Katheryn (Parker) Gilbert, of 147 Tivoli Lane, Staunton, died at 5:15pm on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at his residence. He was born on August 30, 1928 in Staunton, son of the late Robert F. and Myrtle (Carr) Gilbert. Mr. Gilbert was a long-time employee of Smith's Transfer. In addition to his wife, family members include a son, Jeffery Parker Gilbert of Manakin-Sabot, VA; a daughter and son-in-law, Jill G. and Scott Powell; a sister and brother-in-law, Clementine G. and James S. Morrison, all of Staunton; two grandchildren, Joseph C. Gilbert of Richmond, J. Skylir Powell, of Staunton; and a special niece, Patricia Benton. A private family graveside service will be conducted at Augusta Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Thursday, October 11, 2012 at Henry Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Staunton-Augusta Rescue Squad, 1601 North Coalter Street, Staunton, VA 24401. Condolences may be made to the family at
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