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Eva Darlington Gilbert

Eva Darlington Gilbert, age 73, passed away suddenly on May 20, 2022 in her home in Wilmington, DE, and went home to be with the Lord.

She was born in October 1948 and later went on to graduate in 1977 from Delaware Technical Community College as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked in Wilmington General Hospital for several years and later spent most of her career in private duty nursing. Eva loved caring for others – Nursing was her true calling.

Over the years, Eva developed many serious health issues and suffered with chronic pain most of her adult life, eventually leading to disability.

Eva loved Jesus, listening to Christian music, spending time with family and her two cats, and being outside enjoying the beauty of nature.

Eva will be dearly missed by her husband of almost 58 years, Robert C. Gilbert Sr., her three children: Robert C. Gilbert Jr. (Annie), Michael S. Gilbert, and Amy L. Gilbert; her brother Thomas Darlington (Ria), and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Donations may be made online to the Mental Health Association in Delaware at www.mhainde.org.

 

Funeral Services

Services were private per Eva’s wishes.

 

Condolences

    Cookie Austin Markman writes,
    So many good memories and shared moments. Look forward to being reunited in heaven.
    05/28/2022 01:08 pm
    Lori Ruggerio Lamb lit a candle and writes,
    Bob, I am so very sorry to hear of the family's loss. It seems like a lifetime ago..I guess it almost is, 45 year ago that you, Eva and the kids were neighbors. I remember Eva being so kind, friendly and smiling a lot! So tolerant of the teenagers that lived next door. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Lori
    05/29/2022 03:07 pm
    Robert E Lee writes,
    My deepest Condolences go out to the Gilbert Family and the Darlington Family in this time of deep sadness on the passing of Eva May God Bless you All and keep you strong.
    06/01/2022 07:23 pm

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