David Samuel Gilbert, III., 72, of Kintnersville, PA, U.S., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
He was born on October 29, 1951, in McKeesport, PA. and was the son of the late David Samuel Jr., and Dorothy (Rudd) Gilbert. David was a graduate of Ambassador College in Pasadena, CA. and Biblical Theological Seminary in Hatfield, PA. He served his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as a pastor for 40 years leading churches in Ohio, Iowa, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Most recently he served as administrative pastor of Calvary Chapel Central Bucks in Chalfont, PA.
He was a talented singer and lover of worship music. He was also an avid hunter and outdoors person. He was the loving husband of 48 years to Hinka (DeVlugt) Gilbert. In addition to his wife, David is survived by his sons, David Samuel (Anna) Gilbert, IV of Mechanicsburg, PA. and Nathan Josiah (Aubrey) Gilbert of Brandon, FL. He was the devoted Pappy to his grandchildren, Esther, Levi, Elias, Ezra and Samson.
Dear Hinka, Nancy and I pray for your comfort during this time of grief. We love you. Ken and Nancy
My condolences on Dave’s passing. We fondly remember his service here in Iowa.
Todd Woods
Our thoughts and prayers are with Hinka and the whole Gilbert family during this hour of loss and sorrow. Over the years I much enjoyed David’s theological contributions. He was not afraid to address controversial issues. A real “thinking man”.
In Him,
Santiago and Elke
“So it’s true, when all is said and done, grief is the price we pay for love.”-E.A. Bucchianeri
Our prayers and thoughts are with the whole family….