Jacob Michael "Jake" Gilbert's Obituary
Decatur-Jacob Michael Gilbert, 22, of Decatur, was taken home to God Wednesday, May 21, 2014.
Jake was born November 21, 1991 in Decatur, the son of Eric “Chip” Gilbert and Heather (McEvoy) Hurm. He attended Mt. Zion High School and was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. He will be remembered for his infectious smile and great sense of humor. Jake loved music, video games especially World of Warcraft, fishing, and the St. Louis Cardinals.
Jake leaves behind to cherish his memory his father Eric “Chip” Gilbert and wife Franci of Decatur, mother Heather Hurm and husband Mike of Decatur, sisters Sydney Gilbert, Ellie Hurm, and Jemma Gilbert, step-sister Amy Parrett, paternal grandparents Harold “Hap” and Donna Gilbert of Forsyth, maternal grandmother Ann McEvoy of Decatur, and loving step-grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Jake was reunited in Heaven with his maternal grandfather and great-grandparents.
Jake’s family and friends take comfort now, for he is at peace and can finally rest. God bless you Jake. You are forever loved and dearly missed.
Services to celebrate Jake’s life will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Heritage Behavioral Health Center 151 N Main St, Decatur, IL 62523.
The family of Jacob Michael Gilbert is being served by the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home, 2801 N. Monroe St. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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