Sunday, August 9, 2009
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Celebrating the Life of Eddie Gibert
Celebrating the Life of
Eddie Lamar Gibert
Eddie Lamar Gibert
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Visitation 10:30 A.M.
Celebration Service 11:30 A.M.
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
1744 Darrow Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
The Reverend Harold Barnwell, Senior Pastor
Celebrating the Life of
Eddie Lamar Gibert
His Story: Eddie L. Gibert
Celebrating the Life of
Eddie Lamar Gibert
August 5, 2009
With Sincere Appreciation and Deep Gratitude to…
Pallbearers
Alfred Brownlee
Andre Tounsel
Honorary Pallbearers
The Clergy
Pastor Harold Barnwell
Reverend Clifford Wilson
Bishop Solomon Smith
Dr. Dee Davis White
Medical Support & Encouragement
A Special thank you…
To The Bethel Church Family, The Mount Moriah Christian Center Church Family, The I.C.H.E. Board, our friends and to those who spent time before The
Throne of Grace on behalf of Eddie and our family.
Interment
Immediately after Celebration Service
Sunset Memorial Gardens
Northbrook, Illinois
Fellowship Hour
Bethel A.M.E. Church
Evanston, Illinois
Visitation 10:30 A.M.
Celebration Service 11:30 A.M.
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
1744 Darrow Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
The Reverend Harold Barnwell, Senior Pastor
Celebrating the Life of
Eddie Lamar Gibert
His Story: Eddie L. Gibert
Eddie Lamar Gibert was born on September 2, 1962, in Evanston,
Illinois, the fourth child born to the union of John O. Gibert, Sr.
and Willie Mae Harrison Gibert. The youngest son and “baby
boy” who never crawled walked into the hearts and lives of
his parents and siblings.
Desiring to rear their five children in the Christian faith,
The John O. Gibert, Sr. Family became members of Bethel A.M.E.
Church. Eddie attended Bethel A.M.E.Church during his youth
and was a faithful member of Loranzo Taylor’s Sunday School
Class. He was often the first to respond to the Bible Challenges
and Drills.
Graced with a brilliant mind, Eddie was reared and educated in the
Evanston Public School System and graduated from DePaul University
with a degree in Operational Management. Excelling in the marketplace,
Eddie quickly became an industry leader in his field. Beginning at
McDonalds as their National Inventory Management Specialist, Eddie
discerned the future marketability of wireless networking and invested
his expertise into the global market of cellular technology. Transitioning
from the food service industry, Eddie became the Product Manger for
AT &T wireless in 1995. Introducing innovative strategy and marketing
plans, in 2003 Eddie gained the recognition of senior management and
became Director of Merchandising and Logistics for Cellular One.
One of Eddie’s greatest passions was cooking. During his High School
years he honed his skills by working at The Presbyterian Homes in
Skokie. He often used his culinary gift to delight his family’s palate.
Gourmet specialties as well as his special seasoned barbecue chicken
and ribs were frequent family treats.
Donning the title of “Uncle Eddie”, Eddie quickly became the favorite
Uncle. Encouraging, laughing, playing and offering counsel to his
nieces and nephews, Uncle Eddie caused theirfaces to light up
whenever he came into the room.
The greatest love of his life, however, was his mother, Willie Mae,
whom he showered with love, attention, plenty of hugs and her
favorite: flowers.
Remembering the days of his youth, Eddie rededicated his life to
the Lord Jesus Christ and now rests safely in His arms.
Having a special place in Eddie’s heart, Suzan King, and his lifelong
friends, Christopher West, Wesley Wallace, Regina Robinson, and
Julie Simmons, join The Gibert Family in celebrating Eddie’s life
and cherishing his memory.
Treasuring his life and special memories are: Willie Mae
(John Sr., deceased) Gibert, John Jr.(Wanda) Gibert,
Curtis Gibert, Peggy (Derrick, deceased) Norris,
Keyna (Robert) Gibert-Wright, Ralph (Cornelia) Speed,
Pollene (George )McIntyre, Odell Middleton, and a host of
nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Illinois, the fourth child born to the union of John O. Gibert, Sr.
and Willie Mae Harrison Gibert. The youngest son and “baby
boy” who never crawled walked into the hearts and lives of
his parents and siblings.
Desiring to rear their five children in the Christian faith,
The John O. Gibert, Sr. Family became members of Bethel A.M.E.
Church. Eddie attended Bethel A.M.E.Church during his youth
and was a faithful member of Loranzo Taylor’s Sunday School
Class. He was often the first to respond to the Bible Challenges
and Drills.
Graced with a brilliant mind, Eddie was reared and educated in the
Evanston Public School System and graduated from DePaul University
with a degree in Operational Management. Excelling in the marketplace,
Eddie quickly became an industry leader in his field. Beginning at
McDonalds as their National Inventory Management Specialist, Eddie
discerned the future marketability of wireless networking and invested
his expertise into the global market of cellular technology. Transitioning
from the food service industry, Eddie became the Product Manger for
AT &T wireless in 1995. Introducing innovative strategy and marketing
plans, in 2003 Eddie gained the recognition of senior management and
became Director of Merchandising and Logistics for Cellular One.
One of Eddie’s greatest passions was cooking. During his High School
years he honed his skills by working at The Presbyterian Homes in
Skokie. He often used his culinary gift to delight his family’s palate.
Gourmet specialties as well as his special seasoned barbecue chicken
and ribs were frequent family treats.
Donning the title of “Uncle Eddie”, Eddie quickly became the favorite
Uncle. Encouraging, laughing, playing and offering counsel to his
nieces and nephews, Uncle Eddie caused theirfaces to light up
whenever he came into the room.
The greatest love of his life, however, was his mother, Willie Mae,
whom he showered with love, attention, plenty of hugs and her
favorite: flowers.
Remembering the days of his youth, Eddie rededicated his life to
the Lord Jesus Christ and now rests safely in His arms.
Having a special place in Eddie’s heart, Suzan King, and his lifelong
friends, Christopher West, Wesley Wallace, Regina Robinson, and
Julie Simmons, join The Gibert Family in celebrating Eddie’s life
and cherishing his memory.
Treasuring his life and special memories are: Willie Mae
(John Sr., deceased) Gibert, John Jr.(Wanda) Gibert,
Curtis Gibert, Peggy (Derrick, deceased) Norris,
Keyna (Robert) Gibert-Wright, Ralph (Cornelia) Speed,
Pollene (George )McIntyre, Odell Middleton, and a host of
nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Celebrating the Life of
Eddie Lamar Gibert
August 5, 2009
Musical Prelude
Invocation
Scripture Reading
Old Testament Reading Psalm 33:18-21
New Testament Reading II Corinthians 5:1-8
Music Ministry: Dorothy Cordoba
A Psalm of Worship & Praise: Wanda Gibert
Resolution
Words of Comfort
Bishop Solomon Smith, Mount Moriah Christian Center
Dr. Dee Davis White, Recovery Room Ministries, International
His Story: Eddie L. Gibert-- Shannon Gibert-Rollins
Family Tribute: Prophetess Bea Manning
Music Ministry: Reverend Clifford Wilson
The Message: Pastor Harold Barnwell
Benediction Hymn
Benediction & Recessional
Please join The Gibert Family in Johnson Fellowship Hall
immediately following the Interment
Processional: Clergy & Family
Hymn of Comfort: CongregationInvocation
Scripture Reading
Old Testament Reading Psalm 33:18-21
New Testament Reading II Corinthians 5:1-8
Music Ministry: Dorothy Cordoba
A Psalm of Worship & Praise: Wanda Gibert
Resolution
Words of Comfort
Bishop Solomon Smith, Mount Moriah Christian Center
Dr. Dee Davis White, Recovery Room Ministries, International
His Story: Eddie L. Gibert-- Shannon Gibert-Rollins
Family Tribute: Prophetess Bea Manning
Music Ministry: Reverend Clifford Wilson
The Message: Pastor Harold Barnwell
Benediction Hymn
Benediction & Recessional
Please join The Gibert Family in Johnson Fellowship Hall
immediately following the Interment
A Tribute to Eddie L. Gibert
Eddie, You were the Consummate Family Man
Never married…but yet married.
You were Uncle...
Surrogate Father…
Encourager…
Provider…
You were the Most Relational Man we Knew.
You taught us how a son should love and honor his Mother
Your care and devotion; unparallel.
Your winks…
Your smiles…
Your laughter…
Your quick remarks…
Filled us with joy again and again.
The way you embraced us as we said goodbye
Full of love, compassion, courage and concern for us…
Always thinking foremost of the ones you love
Is the distinct marking of the Man you are.
Your legacy of devotion to your family will never die…
It shall live in each of our hearts forever.
Eddie, You were the Consummate Family Man
Never married…but yet married.
You were Uncle...
Surrogate Father…
Encourager…
Provider…
You were the Most Relational Man we Knew.
You taught us how a son should love and honor his Mother
Your care and devotion; unparallel.
Your winks…
Your smiles…
Your laughter…
Your quick remarks…
Filled us with joy again and again.
The way you embraced us as we said goodbye
Full of love, compassion, courage and concern for us…
Always thinking foremost of the ones you love
Is the distinct marking of the Man you are.
Your legacy of devotion to your family will never die…
It shall live in each of our hearts forever.
With love,
The Gibert Family
The Gibert Family
A Psalm of Worship & Praise
LORD, we have seen your hand…
full of grace and mercy towards us.
We have been eyewitness’ of your manifold goodness
Years of culminated prayer, fulfilled before our very eyes.
The seeds were planted, through our tears and prayers,
You sent others to water, and…
You have given the increase of a heart given totally to You.
Our hearts are heavy, but yet we worship…
We shout Hallelujah!
We whisper Hallelujah!
We moan Hallelujah!
We worship You, O God,
through our pain
through our suffering
through our tears
through our grief and …
through our mourning
Because your loving kindness is better than life,
we still shall praise You.
We praise You, O God, for Your Faithfulness
We praise You, O LORD, for Your Goodness
We praise You, O God, for Your Mercy
For Your Truth and Mercy endures for all generations.
LORD, we have seen your hand…
full of grace and mercy towards us.
We have been eyewitness’ of your manifold goodness
Years of culminated prayer, fulfilled before our very eyes.
The seeds were planted, through our tears and prayers,
You sent others to water, and…
You have given the increase of a heart given totally to You.
Our hearts are heavy, but yet we worship…
We shout Hallelujah!
We whisper Hallelujah!
We moan Hallelujah!
We worship You, O God,
through our pain
through our suffering
through our tears
through our grief and …
through our mourning
Because your loving kindness is better than life,
we still shall praise You.
We praise You, O God, for Your Faithfulness
We praise You, O LORD, for Your Goodness
We praise You, O God, for Your Mercy
For Your Truth and Mercy endures for all generations.
Praise the LORD!
The Giberts
The Giberts
With Sincere Appreciation and Deep Gratitude to…
Pallbearers
Alfred Brownlee
Andre Tounsel
Rick Hammell
Daryl Verner
Anthony Henry
Wesley Wallace
Kevin Hunter
Chris West
Russell Sanders
Daryl Verner
Anthony Henry
Wesley Wallace
Kevin Hunter
Chris West
Russell Sanders
Curtis Gibert
Michael Gibert
Jason Gibert
Jordan King
John O. Gibert, Jr.
Derrick A. Norris
John O. Gibert, III
DeMario Speed
Kevin Gibert
Ralph Speed
Michael Gibert
Jason Gibert
Jordan King
John O. Gibert, Jr.
Derrick A. Norris
John O. Gibert, III
DeMario Speed
Kevin Gibert
Ralph Speed
Pastor Harold Barnwell
Reverend Clifford Wilson
Bishop Solomon Smith
Dr. Dee Davis White
Medical Support & Encouragement
Dr. Claire Kenneally
Dr. Patrick Logan
Dr. David Donnersberger
Dr. Robert MaGrisso
Nan Martin, R.N.
Kim Dsida, R.N.
Dr. Patrick Logan
Dr. David Donnersberger
Dr. Robert MaGrisso
Nan Martin, R.N.
Kim Dsida, R.N.
A Special thank you…
To The Bethel Church Family, The Mount Moriah Christian Center Church Family, The I.C.H.E. Board, our friends and to those who spent time before The
Throne of Grace on behalf of Eddie and our family.
Interment
Immediately after Celebration Service
Sunset Memorial Gardens
Northbrook, Illinois
Fellowship Hour
Bethel A.M.E. Church
Evanston, Illinois
Friday, July 31, 2009
The battle against cancer is over
"Praise the Lord!" The battle is over. On Thursday, July 30, 2009, at 12:30 p.m. Eddie made a peaceful transition and went to be with the Lord. The scripture was fulfilled as death was swallowed up in victory!
Join us in celebrating God's grace and mercy!
The Celebration of Life Service will be on Wednesday, August 5th beginning with visitation from 10:30-11:30. The service will begin promptly at 11:30am.
Bethel AME Church
1744 Darrow Ave,
Evanston IL 60201
Phone 847-864-4264.
The funeral arrangements are being taken care of by
House of Thompson
1917 Asbury Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201-3594
Phone (847) 869-3172
We thank you for all your prayers, comforting words and support over these past few months.
Join us in celebrating God's grace and mercy!
The Celebration of Life Service will be on Wednesday, August 5th beginning with visitation from 10:30-11:30. The service will begin promptly at 11:30am.
Bethel AME Church
1744 Darrow Ave,
Evanston IL 60201
Phone 847-864-4264.
The funeral arrangements are being taken care of by
House of Thompson
1917 Asbury Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201-3594
Phone (847) 869-3172
We thank you for all your prayers, comforting words and support over these past few months.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
It's been a good week for Eddie. There were a lot of relatives from out of town that got to see Eddie. They were in town for another event and had time to go by the hospital and visit. Eddie really enjoyed the company. The past three or four days Eddie has been awake and alert a lot. He remains unable to speak clearly but is still able to communicate with jesters. The doctors are amazed at how well he is doing and that he's not in much pain. All I can say is "Prayer Changes Things" Keep praying God's will for Eddie.
Thank you all for your prayers and concern.
John G
Thank you all for your prayers and concern.
John G
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Hospice Care
On Friday past Eddie was transferred to the Hospice Care unit at Evanston Hospital. The past few days Eddie has been resting a lot and not to talkative, although he was laughing and talking a little Sunday afternoon. Today he did not talk at all but seemed glad to see me for the short time he was awake.
Monday, July 6, 2009
A Call to Prayer
Around 3:30 pm, tomorrow, Keyna and I will meet with the hospital staff to discuss Hospice Care for Eddie. He is starting to experience some pain and discomfort. Please pray for the Lord's continued grace for Eddie and for us that we are able to make the best possible decisions for his care.
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