AREA OBITUARIES – Stacey Bruce Gilbert

Stacey Bruce Gilbert was born June 4, 1970 in Fulton, Ky. He passed on Dec. 2, 2023, from a side by side accident near Martin, Tenn. He was 53 years old.

Stacey is the son of the late Marvin G. Gilbert, of Water Valley, Ky. He is also big brother to twin boys Richard Ivan Gilbert (Aug. 14, 1971-Aug. 14, 1971) and Ward Allan Gilbert (Aug. 14, 1971-Aug. 14, 1971).

Stacey is survived by his mother, Nina Kay Crittenden Gilbert; sister Deanna Gilbert Peevyhouse (Ron), of Martin, Tenn.; and son Zachary Bruce Gilbert, of Murray, Ky.

He attended Wingo School and then graduated in 1988 from Graves County High School. Stacey played a little football for Graves County High School. After graduating, he helped his father and grandfather farm, then they went into bridge construction.

Stacey later went to work for Goodyear until its closing. He then went to work at the Local 181 Operating Engineering Union where he was presently employed as a crane operator.

Stacey was a member of the Masonic Lodge #644 in Cuba, Ky. and an active member of the Confederate Riders in Cuba, Ky., many poker runs were held to help Shriners kids. Stacey joined the Water Valley Baptist church in 1985.

Friends and family all agree, he was a dependable, loyal friend. One you want on your side because he had your back. Stacey was an adventurous out going person. He loved being with people, making them laugh or listening to them to help. But most of the time, Stacey loved to talk. If you have ever tried to get off the phone with him, you know what I mean.

His smile was infectious, little rough around the edges but good as gold inside. Stacey was loved by many and will be missed dearly. Our hearts are broken.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wed., Dec. 6, 2023 at Hornbeak Funeral Chapel with burial to follow in the Water Valley Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5-9 p.m. Tues., Dec. 5 with Masonic rites being held at 7 p.m.