He is survived by his wife three sons 3 step-sons 1 step-daughter 21 grandchildren and numerous great and great great grandchildren. He had also been a famous pioneer pre-war racing pilot, flying in many countries throughout Europe. Sous Lieutenant Eugne Gilbert (19 July 1889 ) was a World War I flying ace credited with five aerial victories. Gilbert Merle Popkey was born on month day 1904, at birth place, Wisconsin, to William Alberst Julius Herman Popkey and Oleana Louella Popkey.

He was preceded in death by his parents a daughter a step-daughter and 4 uncles. Eugne Gilbert in the cockpit during WW1, 1915. Eugene enjoyed playing pool, dominoes, singing, and sharing stories. Eugene will be remembered as the life of the party! He had a deep, booming voice for a man of small stature, and his singing voice was heavenly. He was the last living member of the Stars of Harmony Quartet, and in their heyday, they performed shows throughout Texas. Throughout his working years, Eugene was a bus driver, cab driver, and an expert shoe shine. He married the love of his life, Ersie Mae Edwards on Jat the McLennan County Courthouse. Visitation will be 2-4pm, Sunday, July 7, at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend Dr, Waco.Įugene was born to Lillie Mae (Richmond) and Gene Gilbert on October 23, 1925. Funeral services are scheduled for 10am Monday, July 8, at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel, with Reverend Andrew Collins officiating. Eugene Gilbert, 87, of Leroy, passed away into the arms of The Lord on Monday, July 1, 2013, on his 47th Wedding Anniversary, with his beloved wife at his side.

Eugene gilbert and jean popkey