Mary S. Gilbert's Obituary
Mary S. Gilbert, age 88, of Wild Rose, WI passed away suddenly on Friday, December 15, 2017 at her residence. Mary was born in Baraboo, WI on May 1, 1929, the daughter of the late Reverend Harlo and Reubey Ferris. On April 20, 1953, Mary married Robert J. Gilbert in Hancock, WI and he preceded her in death on October 9, 2016. She loved art and was a member of the Wild Rose United Methodist Church and the DAR. Mary is survived by her children: Stephen (Melanie) Gilbert, Rio, WI; Susan (Jeffrey) Gardner, Superior, WI; Margaret (Gerhardt) Getzin, Wausau, WI; Laura (David) Stertz, Berlin, WI and Sarah Gilbert, Stevens Point, WI. 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and her brother: Harlo Ferris, Oconomowoc, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bob and a brother, John Ferris. The Funeral Service will be on Thursday, December 21 at 12 Noon at the United Methodist Church, Wild Rose, WI with Reverend Pam Priewe, officiating. Burial will be in the Hancock Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday morning from 10 AM until the time of services at the church. In leui of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Mary's name. Holly Funeral Home in Wild Rose is assisting the family with arrangements.
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