Benson, NC: Mr. Roy Hugh Gilbert, age 84, of Benson died Monday at Barbour's Court in Smithfield. A private Service & Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Mr. Gilbert was born May 12, 1931 in Johnston County to the late Jerry Cornelius "J.C." & Nettie Lee Gilbert. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kitty Sue S. Gilbert; and brothers, Talmadge Gilbert & Elmond Gilbert. Mr. Gilbert retired from Benton Card Company and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was also a member of Benson Grove Baptist Church.
Surviving include his son, Darren H. Gilbert of Benson; daughter, Tammy G. Pope of Benson; granddaughter, Lauren Suzanne Pope of Benson; sister, Rosalie G. West of Benson; brother, Leamon Gilbert of Benson; and several nieces & nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family at, 28 Gilbert Road, Benson, NC 27504.