Mr. Terrance D. "Terry" Gilbert

Mr. Terrance D. “Terry” Gilbert, age 82, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with the love and support of his family. Born in Rochester, NY on January 24, 1932, Terrance was the son of the late John Francis and Anne (Doran) Gilbert. Raised and educated in Rochester, he was a graduate of Alfred University. A veteran of the United States Army, he honorably served his country during the Korean War. On February 7, 1959 in St. Andrew’s Church in Rochester, Terry married the former Carol Cornelius; they were a devoted couple who enjoyed sharing their lives with one another during their 55 year union. Terry worked in his vocation as an underwriting manager for the Metropolitan Property and Liability Company, the position from which he retired. Terry was an affable, articulate, man always ready to share a joke, a smile, and a great conversation. He was a caring and supportive soul, and the go-to person for advice. He loved classic cars and could often be seen driving his 1978 Volkswagen Bug convertible. He was an avid golfer and during his spare time he enjoyed reading books about history and solving crossword puzzles. He was a member of the New Hartford American Legion Post #1376, the Yorkville Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post #6001, and the Sulfur Springs and Skenandoa Country Clubs. Terrance is survived by his wife, Carol; his daughter, Casey Gilbert of Whitesboro; his son and daughter-in-law, Terrance C. II and Cherie Nappi-Gilbert of Utica; his step-grandchildren, Danielle Cozza-Whiteley, her husband, A.J., and their children, Albert “A.J.” Whiteley, and Eugenio “Geno” Whiteley. His extended family includes his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws, William and Janice Willer of Geneseo, Janice Cornelius of Pittsford, NY, and Audrey Cornelius of Greece, NY; and his friend George Drezjia. He was predeceased by his sister, Jacqueline Conklin; and his nephew, Gilbert Conklin. The family extends their thanks to the nurses and staff of the Presbyterian Home in the PRC and the Rehabilitation Units; and the personnel of the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center Emergency Room and Dr. Scott Brehaut for all the care and attention given to Terry. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Terrance’s funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Saturday morning at 10:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. James Cesta, with Military Honors conferred. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the service. Those wishing to express an act of kindness in lieu of flowers may make a contribution to the Stevens-Swan Humane Society; envelopes will be available at the mass.

Mr. Terrance D. "Terry" Gilbert

January 24, 1932 - December 6, 2014