Search by Name

Search by Name

BORN

1926

DIED

2009

Gilbert Rucilez Obituary

Rucilez, Gilbert Age 82. On January 6, 2009, a loving, caring person passed away. Gilbert Rucilez, son of Margaret and Jeff Rucilez, died at 5:20 AM at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula in Monterey, CA. Gilbert was born on August 5, 1926 in San Luis Obispo, CA. He had four brothers: Bob, Stephen, George, and David and three sisters: Ramona, Grace and Gloria. Gilbert served in the Army during WWII from 1944-1946.
Following the Army, he was a truck driver and was later stricken by polio.
Gilbert was also a musician and well known locally. He played and sang in a band for years.
Gilbert is survived by his sister, Gloria Winkler as well as many nieces and nephews. He will be sorely missed.
A memorial service will be held in Castroville, CA on March 28, 2009. For more information, call Pam at (408) 968-0472.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Feb. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Gilbert Rucilez

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Betty Rasmussen

February 23, 2009

We will always treasure the times we
spent around Mom's table playing "Aggravation"

The Sweatt Family

DAVID JACOBS

February 17, 2009

GLORIA, AND FAMILY SORRY, TO HEAR ABOUT GIL, OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. GEARY DAVIS SENDS HER CONDOLENCES.AS WELL AS ROSEMARY JACOBS.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Gilbert Rucilez's name

Memorial Events
for Gilbert Rucilez

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Gilbert's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Gilbert Rucilez's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more