Raymond W. Gilbert Jr., of Verplanck, NY died on February 20,2024 at 87 years old. MONTROSE FD, NY

Raymond was born in Yonkers, NY to Raymond Sr. and Dorothy (Roth) Gilbert. Raymond was a Veteran of the US Navy serving on the USS Hale. Raymond was very intuitive with his ability to design things in many technical positions of his working career. He worked as a dispatcher for Burnwell Gas before becoming the proprietor of Gils Grills in Montrose, NY for 21 years.
Raymond served as Chief of the Montrose Fire Department in 1979-1980.

He served two terms as Exalted Ruler at the Peekskill Elks Lodge #744.
In his younger years, Raymond enjoyed playing tennis and softball.
Raymond is survived by his wife Angelina, children, Toni (Kelly) Stewart, Gail (John) Gmeiner, John (Karen), Raymond (Melanie) and Joseph (Kelly), 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, sisters, Dorothy Morrissey, Janet Muskus and brother, William (Tom) Gilbert.

He was predeceased by his sisters Carol Annacone and Gail Ennever.
Author: O’Mara & Carpentieri Funeral Home

Thank you MONTROSE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Blessings to you Raymond - Hug my mom and pop for me, David
Stills and Video by David Carbone
Music by Zakhar Valaha