James Henry Gilbert of Danville, Virginia, passed away in his residence on November 1, 2019, at the age of 71. He was born on February 15, 1948, to the late Lucy Cook Gilbert Dickson and the late Richard Arthur Gilbert. He was formerly married to Cathy Hunt. James was a Private Investigator and worked for Williams, Morrison, Light & Moreau Law Firm, Danville. James served as a U.S. Marine during the Vietnam War.
James is survived by his daughter Shawna Gilbert of Danville, Va. and his grandchildren Mickey and Mattingly Winn, four sisters, Stella Carroll of Danville, Ruth Ann Gilbert of Charlotte, NC, Amelia Spady of Danville, and Lydia Perkins of Gretna, Va. as well as a host of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, James was predeceased by his stepfather, Ray Dickson and a sister Grace Gilbert.
A private service will be held at a later date.
Norris Funeral Services, Inc. & Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, 3995 Franklin Tpke., Danville, Va. is respectfully serving the Gilbert family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com
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