Charles Otto

Gilbert

Charles Otto Gilbert, 72, entered eternal rest on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at Valley Baptist Medical Center.
He was born on May 17, 1946 in Dublin, Texas to James Otto Gilbert & Bertie McCann Gilbert.
Charles proudly served his country in the United States Army, and was a paratrooper in the Vietnam War.
He is preceded in death by both his parents.
Charles is survived by his loving family to cherish his wonderful memory, his beloved wife of 32 years, Blanca Estela Gilbert; children, Jacqueline Christina Gilbert & Laurie Baker; sister, Norma Jean Parham; and niece, Sylvia D. Burleson.
Visitation will be Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Trinity Funeral Chapel.
Commital services and inurnment will be Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at RGV State Veteran's Cemetery in Mission, Texas with full military honors under the auspices of American Legion Post 205 and VFW Post 2410.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home 1002 East Harrison Avenue Harlingen, Texas 78550 (956)364-2444.