James M. Gilbert
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James M. Gilbert, 74, of Indian Lake Estates passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022 at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was born November 16, 1948 in Fordsville, Kentucky to the late Elmer and Vena Gilbert; he moved to Indian Lake Estates from Okeechobee in 2019. James was a retired control room supervisor for Commonwealth Aluminum in Lewisport, Kentucky. He was an avid outdoors man who enjoyed traveling and motorcycles. He was a member of the Lake Wales Moose Lodge and loved to cook, he was known for his BBQ. James was proceeded in death by his brother, Leroy; and sisters, Doris, and Sue. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Edna M. Gilbert; sons, Douglas "Doug" Gilbert and wife Amy of Burns, Tennessee, and Steven L. Gilbert and wife Valerie of Satellite Beach; sisters, Jane Fuqua of Louisville, Kentucky, and Cathie Hosdskins of Lexington, Kentucky; four grandchildren; and five greatgrandchildren. No services are scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his honor can be sent to Mooseheart (155 South International Drive, Mooseheart, Illinois 60539).