Gilbert Hendrickson

July 19, 2013

Gilbert Junior “Gil” Hendrickson, 64, went to be with the Lord July 19th, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. He was born to Mary Iris (Huffer) and Maurice Gilbert Hendrickson on June 14, 1949. He married Linda Kay Martin on Jan 21, 1977 and she survives.;Also survivors is a daughter Traci Martin (David Camp), and one brother Kevin (Marilyn) Hendrickson and four sisters: Carolyn (Richard) Abbott, Jennie (Robert) Harsch, Julia (Wayne) Brown and Mary Lou Parker. He was preceded in death by his son Gilbert (Gibby) Hendrickson II and a sister Donnis (John) Devee.;He graduated from Mooresville High School in 1967. Joined Marine Corps and served until 1970 as Sergeant in 2nd BN, 2nd Marine Division, FMF. He was a member of the American Legion Post #12 as well as the Eagles.;Gilbert worked at Sun Chemical for 30 years, CNH and Securitas.;He was a devoted husband and father. His love for Linda was unconditional. His spontaneity kept their lives full and exciting, never a dull moment.;He loved a road trip and a fresh lottery ticket. Gilbert knew no stranger. He could spark a conversation with anyone. His friends were very important to him.;He enjoyed the company weather in the backyard of at Hoops, Akards, and Country Pride. Linda and Gil enjoyed traveling to the gambling boats, fishing, camping and dancing. Farming was always important, as was the News. He would stop everything just to watch the weather!;Gilbert had an analytical mind and a passion for numbers. He was born with a calculator in his hand. He could find a solution before you knew what the problem was. His favorite saying was “Do The Math”.;The family asks that in lieu of flowers all donations go to the American Heart Association with envelopes available at the funeral home.;Services will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at Archer-Weston Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Pastor Jeremy Turner will officiate.

Condolences

22 Condolences for “Gilbert Hendrickson”

  1. nancy and warren,shirley

    so sorry about gill if uneed anything or just want to talk call me i know you are going to be lost love

  2. greg timmons

    My thoughts and prayers are with you Linda. He was a great person and will be sadly missed. God Bless!! Will not be able to attend cause I’m under hospice care and can’t travel anymore but will be thinking of you!!! Your Friend Greg Timmons

  3. Michael and Francie Jaggers

    SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS,SHOCKED. WILL MISS SEEING HIM DRIVE BY OR SEEING YOU BOTH WALK BY. YOU WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS.

  4. Angie Jewell

    Sorry for you and your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  5. patty and ashlynn cook

    my thoughts and prayers are with you will be praying for family….god will help you get threw this…if you need me call….

  6. Pam (Fausett)Robbins

    Linda and Traci, So sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my prayers.

  7. Larry Gajderowicz

    Gilbert has been a friend since 3rd grade, and was a fellow classmate through our graduation in 1967. My prayers are with his family and loved ones during this time of loss. Too young, too soon, but we cannot understand God’s plan. We can only pray for peace for Gilbert, and comfort for his family. God Bless.

  8. Sharon Watchbaugh

    I am so sorry this has happened! I worked with Gilbert at Mallorys in 1967 and there will not be another one like him!! You know me as the crazy person eating at Hoop’s. Again, so sorry and may he rest in Peace!!!

  9. Rhonda Wells

    Linda, sorry for your loss.. you are in my thoughts and prayers!!!

  10. Denise May

    Denise May

    Linda, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Denise

  11. DEBI MERRITT THOMAS

    Linda so sorry to hear of Gil’s passing. You are in my thought’s and prayer’s. Debi

  12. sally larson

    Linda, i’m so sorry to here about Gil.He never failed to make me laugh.Life has given you some rough roads to travel,but you are a strong girl. God is with you today.Ask for his help in the days to come.My thoughs and prayers are with you and your Family

  13. Bob & Janet McCoy

    Sorry to hear about Gil , Our thoughts and prayers are with you today.

  14. A Neighbor

    Butwe pray you will find peace.Sorry for your lose

  15. Julie Winger

    If you need anything please let me know. Gil will be greatly missed! You and your family are in our prayers!

  16. LINDA(GUFFY)CRICK

    Dear Linda and Family I want you to know I have thought of you guys often. Did not know Gibb was so ill. I have been pretty sick myself, 4 stents in my heart and last two years 3 strokes. Please know that i do think of you I know you have been throuh alot. LOVE LINDA

  17. Linda(guffy)Crick

    Dear Linda and Tracie I want you to know how much I am thinking of you at this awful time in your life.I have been pretty sick myself since 2001-Guillian Barre,4 stents in my heart,last two have had 3 strokes as we know it never ends. Take care Love Linda

  18. Eber Morgan II

    I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Gil at CNH. He was friendly and a good guy.

  19. Frankfort Marine Corps League

    The Frankfort Marine Corps League is so sorry for your loss. We know he will be missed by all. Gil was a member of Detachment #967, a few years ago. And like they say. “Once a Marine Always a Marine.” Remember, Gil is with the Supreme Commandant now. You have The Marines Deepest Sympathy. LeRoy Zook Adjutant/Paymaster Frankfort Marine Corps League Detachment #967

  20. Annette Carney

    Linda I’m so sorry for you loss! Keep you in my thoughts and prayers!!

  21. June Davis

    Had no idea Gil was so ill. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by so many for his off-beat humor and thoughtfulness.

  22. Shannon and Jill Cloud

    Linda so very sorry for your loss. May God give you the peace and comfort you need during this time. Prayers are with you. Shannon and Jill Cloud

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