Joseph Gabe Willie Gilmore Sr.

BROTHER JOSEPH ‘GABE’ ‘WILLIE’ GILMORE SR., departed this life peacefully on Friday March 27, at his home in Violet La., surrounded by his loving family. He was 79 years old and was born January 23, 1941 in New Orleans La.  He was baptized by the late Rev. Sam Smith at the First Baptist Church of Verette La. and was educated in the St. Bernard Parish School system.

Son of the late Marguerite Daniels and Wallace ‘Toby’ Gilmore.  Devoted husband of over 40 years to the late Matilda Jean Moore Gilmore.  Beloved father of Joseph (Terina) Gilmore, Eric (Trenell) Gilmore Sr. and Andrea Sheree Major.  Grandfather of Ericka (Ahmad), Erick Jr., Schuyler (Issac), Rhyen, Katona Blanchard, Brion (Shaketra) Early (Raven) James, Aysha and Adrienne Harper and Desmond Chambliss.  Great grandfather of Ah’Maya White, Early James Jr., Drew James, Braedyn James, Kingston James, Kirstyn James, Delijay Bailey, Chris Blanche Jr., Jacorey Blanche, Kennedy Blanche, Dareion Washington, Bray’ce James and Uriah Stephen.  Brother of the late Geneva Daniels Leonard and Mary Daniels Moore.  Godfather of Jennifer Honore.  Brother Gilmore is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Private graveside services will be held at the First Baptist Church’s Cemetery of Verette La. with Pastor Raymond Smith officiating.   Once the covid -19 situation is over the family will plan a memorial service for all family and friends to attend.  Live plants and flowers are welcomed and appreciated.

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