Kenneth Gilbert, Sr.

September 12, 1943 - October 16, 2013

Booneville, KY –Kenneth Gilbert, Sr., age 70, husband of Martha (Bennett) Gilbert, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at his residence in Booneville, KY. Kenneth was born in the Squabble Creek Community of Perry County, KY on September 12, 1943, a son of the late Kenard and Roberta (Sandlin) Gilbert. He was a handy man and enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, 1 son; Kenneth (April Morgan) Gilbert Jr. of Booneville, KY, 3 daughters; Pauline (David Morris) Gilbert of Jackson, KY, Kim (Chris Allen) Gilbert of Beattyville, KY and Karen (David Glen Smith) Gilbert of Booneville, KY, 1 brother; Earl Don (Rosie) Gilbert of Oneida, KY, 10 grandchildren; Brittany Lynn, Bridgett, Sierra, Dawson, and Kennedi Gilbert, Brittany Brewer-Roberts, Kendra Morris, Alisha, Logan, and Matthew Smith and he was expecting his first great grandchild. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, one son; Jimmy Gilbert and one sister; Mabel Rose Gordon. Funeral Services will be held at the Booneville Funeral Home, Booneville, KY at 2:00PM on Saturday, October 19, 2013 with Pastor Tim Charlton officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday, October 19, 2013 from 1:00 PM until the time of service at the funeral home. Kenneth will be laid to rest in the Callahan Cemetery located in the Cow Creek Community of Owsley County, Kentucky. To leave the family a special message visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.