Steven Lee Gilbert

Steven Lee Gilbert, 69, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away at 10:58 pm on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Mercy Hospital of Paducah, KY. His wishes were to be cremated. Visitation will be held at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL on Saturday March 7, 2026 from 10 am to 11:30 am. Graveside services will follow the visitation and begin at 12 noon at Sunset Garden Cemetery in Harrisburg, IL with Reverend Michael Vaughn officiating. Military rites will performed by Carrier Mills and Harrisburg American Legion Posts, and the U.S. Airforce Honor Guard team.

Steve was born on September 11, 1956 in Chelan, WA to the late Bill and Ida (McMullen) Gilbert.

He married the former Cathy Vaughn on June 20, 1974.

Steve proudly served his country in the United State Airforce, and worked on jet engines during his time enlisted. After his service he became a carpenter. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing pool, and bbq’ing in his spare time.

Steve is survived by his Wife: Cathy Gilbert of Carrier Mills, IL; Children: Steven (Rachel) Gilbert of Metropolis, IL, Daydra (Richard) Waide of Harrisburg, IL and Casey (Seth) Fritts of Carrier Mills, IL; Brothers: Michael (Jeannie) Gilbert of Billingham, WA and David Gilbert of Seabeck, WA; Grandchildren: Justin (Monica) Waide, Ashley (Bryer) Endrizzi, and Melony (Logan) Tharp; Great-grandchildren: Elena, Killian, Decker, Graham, Louie and Eden; Special cousin: Angie Gilbert of Florida, and Special niece: Angie Reaves of Paducah, KY.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Bill and Ida Gilbert.