Charles Henry Gilbert, age 97

Charles Henry Gilbert, age 97, of Spindale passed away August 30, 2024.

Charles was born to the late William Hampton Gilbert and Alice Head Gilbert. In addition to his parents Charles was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Lucille Wiles Gilbert; brothers Hollis Gilbert, Paul Gilbert and sister Helon England.

As a finish carpenter he worked in both residential and commercial construction. Charles' love for building things evolved, and he later began to build banjos.

Left to cherish his memory are his sons; Randy Gilbert (Marie) and Rick Gilbert (Yeping), granddaughters; Tracy Racine (Russ), Amy Owens (Jonathan) and great grandchildren Lucy Racine, Sara Owens, Matthew Owens.

Charles was a member of Spindale Covenant Brethren Church.

The funeral was held September 1 at Spindale Covenant Brethren Church with Tarrance Randolph and Rick Gilbert officiating.

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com.