Louis George Gilbertson

June 29, 1925 - Much beloved Snohomish native Louis "GEORGE" Gilbertson passed away on February 3, 2023 at the age of 97. George was born on June 29, 1929 at Snohomish General Hospital to Steven and Helen (Zorn) Gilbertson. He was pre-deceased by his wife Patricia, and his brother Keith Gilbertson, Sr.

He is survived by his daughters Kris Hegger (Bill) and Teri Bowne (Dick); his grandchildren Billy Hegger (Keli), Rachel Ingalls, Erica Coble and Casey Bowne (Sarah); great grandchildren Austin and Hudson Ingalls, Jon Carter and Della Coble; nephews Keith Gilbertson, Jr. (Barbara) and Jay Gilbertson; great-nieces Ann Haggart, Krissy Gilbertson, Patti Scott, Cindy Heifort and Linnea Halvorsen; and great-nephew David Gilbertson; and also his wonderful friend and companion June Seymour Gregory.

George attended school at Central Elementary, Snohomish Junior High and graduated from Snohomish High School in 1943. In high school he lettered in Baseball, Basketball and Football. He graduated from Washington State College in 1950 with a BS in Pharmacy.

George served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Radioman from 1943-1945. George inherited Snohomish Drug Company from his father Steve and was the owner and pharmacist for nearly 40 years until his retirement. He served on the Snohomish School Board from 1959-1985 having been elected President for one term. He was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church since 1953, serving on the vestry for nine years. He also was a member of the Snohomish Kiwanis for three years and Post 96 Snohomish American Legion since 1944.

George and his wife raised their family at 401 Ave. C from 1953-2015 at which time he moved to assisted living at Overlake Terrace in Redmond.

George was a tireless worker who focused his energy on family, his community, and church. He was an avid sports fan and rarely missed a televised game or sports commentary in the newspaper. He loved travel and was a prodigious reader of books and newspapers. He wholeheartedly supported the Republican party, and he loved talking current events. He had an amazing memory, often recalling minute details from his travels from the 1930's onward; the many experiences growing up; the history and people of Snohomish and even a meal or route taken on his travels. He was loved and admired by all who met him. Above all, George was generous, smart, and loved his family above all else.

Funeral services will be conducted by Father Nigel Taber-Hamilton of St. John's Episcopal Church on Feb. 15 at 12 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1306 Lake View Ave. in Snohomish.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Snohomish Education Foundation in memory of George Gilbertson, P.O. Box 1312, Snohomish, WA 98291. February 3, 2023

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bauerfuneralchapel.com for the Gilbertson family.