Sarah A. Gilbert, 53, formerly of Churubusco, went to be with the Lord and her parents on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, at Sacred Heart in Avilla.

Born in Whitley County, on April 23, 1966, to the late Edward and Freda (Wise) Gilbert. She spent her formative years in Churubusco and attended Smith Green Schools and Park Hill Learning Center.

Sarah was known for her work at the Ramble Inn and McDonalds. She was proud of her work at Cuno, Inc., in Churubusco

The family would like to honor and thank all those who helped and enjoyed her life, from Dr. Minick to Park Hill Learning Center, Smith-Green Community Schools, Passages, Jesters, Special Olympics, National Muzzle loaders, McDonalds, Ramble Inn, Cuno, Inc, ARC of Noble County, Dr. Rhinehart and Witham and Ross Apartments. A Very Special thanks to her Sacred Heart family of caregivers. Love to Chris and Rose Sands, Tom Novy, Aunt Vivian and all the dear hearts in Churubusco. Sarah taught us that we are all special.

Sarah is survived by three brothers, Frederick (Coreen) Gilbert, Thomas (Sue) Gilbert and Edward Gilbert; a sister, Ellen Jefferies; her fiancé; Chris Sands; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Charles Gilbert; a brother-in-law, Timothy Jefferies.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. John Bosco Catholic Church at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 17, with calling one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Family will also receive friends at the Sheets & Childs Funeral Home from 2-5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 16, with Holy Rosary at 5 p.m.

Burial taking place at Eel River Cemetery, Churubusco.

In Lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to St. John Bosco Catholic Church Mass or Sacred Heart Entertainment fund.