Kevin Jon Gilbert's Obituary
Stanwood - Kevin Jon Gilbert, 57, of Stanwood, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 27, 2023, at his home.
He was born October 28, 1965, in Grand Rapids, MI, and attended Calvin Christian High School. Kevin worked in Grand Rapids as a security guard for a bank and a shipping company. He loved dogs, Rock 'n Roll music festivals, and especially loved his family. His happiest times were spent with his grandchildren.
Kevin aka "Daddy Dogg" is survived by his children, Denise Gilbert, Heather Jones, Kevin Gilbert Jr., and Amanda Gilbert; grandchildren, Ivelisse Gilbert and JJ Wall; his girlfriend Louann Emmons; sister Denise Reynolds; and brothers, Manley Gilbert, Matt Zylstra, and Chad Zylstra. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Mike Gilbert, and his loving foster father Thomas Coon.
Memorial services are being planned for a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Amanda to help with final expenses. Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or express condolences at mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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