Michael Gilbert

September 19, 1961 - June 9, 2021

Michael Preston Gilbert was born September 19th, 1961 in Iredell county, North Carolina. He was raised in Huntersville, North Carolina. Michael is survived by his parents, Marlene Ussery Gilbert and Floyd Preston Gilbert; his sister, Myra Yandle; his wife of 21 years, Rhonda Ellen Gilbert; his 3 children, Christopher Michael Gilbert, Cody Madison Gilbert, and Carrie Savannah Inez Gilbert (fiancé Zackary H Bentley); his grandchildren, Skyler Michael Gilbert, Alyssa Marie Gilbert, Sawyer Preston Gilbert, and Talon Jayce Gilbert. He was very talented; he could do anything he set out to do! He loved working with wood and leather. He could make you smile like nobody else and always kept the jokes coming. He was forever devoted to making people happy; he always lit up a room. He was always willing to lend a helping hand! He was a free spirit and lived life to the absolute fullest!!! He will be greatly missed and always loved beyond measure! “I’m as free as a bird now, and this bird you cannot change.” You’re as free as a bird now poppa. I love you always. The visitation will be held on Sunday, June 13, from 3:00-5:00 PM at James Funeral Home. James Funeral Home, of Huntersville, is serving the family and obituary lovingly written by the family.