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Michael Gilbert Obituary

Gilbert, Michael J. Memorial visitation for Michael J. Gilbert, 51, of Palatine formerly of Hoffman Estates, will be held Friday, July 1st, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Hubert Catholic Church, 729 Grand Canyon Street, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169. Father John Guiney will officiate. Interment will be private. Born October 2, 1959 in Arlington Heights, he passed away Sunday, June 26, 2011 surround by his family. Michael was a 32 year member of Theatrical Stage Employees Local # 2. Survivors include his brothers and sisters, Thomas (Debra) Gilbert, Dennis Gilbert, Mary (Robert) Bieschke, John Gilbert, Suzanne (Thomas) Sturgulewski, nieces and nephews, Stefanie (Jason) Combs, Lauren and Tyler Sturgulewski; and great-nephew, Tristan Combs. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice and Catherine Gilbert (nee Hart). Memorials appreciated to the Huntington Disease Society of America - Illinois Chapter, P.O. Box 8383, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008, or visit http://hdsa-il.org/index.html. For information, call Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home, Palatine, at 847-358-7411, or visit www.ahlgrimffs.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 28, 2011.

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Sue

June 26, 2022

Is been a long 11 years without you Mike! I find comfort knowing you are all together again! Not a day goes by that I don't think of you! Always in my heart!

Tom

December 24, 2021

Merry Christmas Mike, you constantly bring smiles to our faces, but you are truly missed. We think about you all the time, you may be gone, but never forgotten.

Murray Yager

July 3, 2011

To the Gilbert Family I am saddened to hear of Mikie's passing he was a standup guy in whatever he did and had that smile that said can I help you He fought the tough battle for a long time now he can hit the 3wood with pops and have no pain we will miss you Mickie Rest In Peace.... The Yager Family...

Sonia and Tom Svoboda

July 1, 2011

We know Mike from the river. Always cheerful and always the gentleman. And always a nice ride. God bless and keep him.
Sonia and Tom Svoboda

Brian Wilson

June 30, 2011

Gonna miss ya but hopefully your free to ride again.

Marty Voss

June 30, 2011

I know he is riding the waves on the fastest jetski they have in heaven. God speed bro...

Mary & Peter Lind

June 29, 2011

Our hearts are so heavy over such a great loss. Have so many memories of Michael during the years we all grew up together, and every of them are good. He was sweet, fun, a great friend to all of us and special in a million different ways. Our deepest condolences go out to the Gilbert family. Please know you have been constantly in our thoughts and prayers and will remain so.

Terry Brooks

June 29, 2011

We love you Mike. May God grant you eternal peace !

Love and God Bless,
Terry, Christy & Rachel Brooks

Sue

June 29, 2011

So hard to imagine my life without you in it, no words can ever express how much you will be missed. Our hearts are broken but we know the fight is over, you can now rest in peace. You will be forever in our hearts. I love you Mike!

Sue

June 28, 2011

So hard to imagine my life without you in it

Dennis Gilbert

June 28, 2011

Good bye Mike. You will be mist.

June 28, 2011

May God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer (philipians 4:6,7). My deepest sympathy

Barbara Sexton

June 28, 2011

Our dearest Michael-may you now rest in peace. We love you and will miss you.

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