John G Martin

Gilbert was born January 19, 1930 in Henderson County, Tennessee to John Martin and Martha Hopper. He once confirmed "I wasn’t born in Texas, but I got here as soon as I could". He didn't take to farming and rarely wore blue jeans as they reminded him of the farm overalls he wore growing up. Instead he always wore his favorite color brown.

Gilbert worked as a buyer at McKesson and retired after 45 years.

The only thing Gilbert loved more than his wife of 60+ years, Laura Ella Couch Martin, was his Lord. Gilbert was a long-time member and deacon in the Primitive Baptist Church. The Bible, Harp of Ages, and the Old School Hymnal were the only books he needed. There is no doubt he will find a pew up in Heaven where he will be singing praises. He may also find a quiet spot to play some solitaire.

Gilbert is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Arch, Kye, Clyde, Albert, Claude, and George, sisters Edith and Allene, and wife Laura. He is survived by sisters Dorothy and Ruby, daughters Jean, Lisa, and Patrice, six grand children and 4 great-grand children. His cherished memory will live on in his loving family, Church family, many friends and colleagues.

A private family service will be held at Moore Memorial Gardens in Arlington. A memorial service will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Old School Primitive Baptist Church, 1075 N. Little School Road, Arlington, TX, 76017.