Posted Jan 15, 2025 | 9:31 AM
Peacefully at Brightshores Health System – Wiarton on Saturday January 11, 2025. Wilda Margaret Gilbert (nee Perry) at the age of 75 years.
Beloved wife to the late Blaine (September 2024) for over 55 years.
Dear mother of Kim (Steven Rydall), and Kevin Gilbert (Lisa). Cherished Gramma of Justine Rydall, Jordan Rydall (Chelsea), Brenden Gilbert (partner Alexis Mancini), Brookelyn Gilbert (fiancé Zac Goodacre), and Brie Gilbert (partner Reid Thomson); and great-grandmother of Lily Rydall, Colby Rydall, and Beau Goodacre.
Dear sister of Dave Perry (Carolyn), Ron Perry (Pat), Bob Perry (Jean), Gloria (late Bob Thomas), Colleen (Mike Thomas), Ken Perry (Kim), Tim Perry (Nancy), and Patty (Doug Wright); and sister-in-law of Gail Gilbert (Doreen), Joy Thorn (late Bruce), Roland Gilbert (Winnie), late Barry Gilbert (Brenda), and Jill (late Gerry Mann).
Sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her parents, Raymond and Marion; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gordon and Nora Gilbert; and a sister-in-law, Sally Gilbert.
Family wish to express their gratitude to Dr. Megan Grigg and the staff of the Wiarton Hospital for the wonderful care given to Wilda.
You are invited to a Memorial Gathering at The Meeting Place, The Wiarton Propeller Club, 575 Edward Street Wiarton on Friday January 17, 2025 from 11-1, with a Time of Sharing at 12 o’clock. Lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-004. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com