A beloved man, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, mentor, uncle, cousin and friend, Major will be remembered for his sweet spirit, love of life, passion for family, sense of humor, understanding, and love he generously gave.  His precious memory will live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Major James Gilbert, 77 of Columbia PA, passed away September 18, 2023 at the Wellspan York Hospital after a brief battle with lung cancer. Born in Oconee County, SC on July 28, 1946, Major was the son of the late Rosemond Sr., and Margaree Holden Gilbert and a baptized member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church in York PA.  He graduated from William Penn Senior High School in York PA.  

Major was an avid Philadelphia sports fan, an accomplished gardener, a Nationally recognized marble champion, a lifelong fisherman, and horse racing enthusiast. His quick wit and charm was truly golden.

A beloved man, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, mentor, uncle, cousin and friend, Major will be remembered for his sweet spirit, love of life, passion for family, sense of humor, understanding, and love he generously gave.  His precious memory will live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Major is survived by his children and grandchildren, two sisters (Anna Whitted of Dover, Dorothy (Dot), wife of Keenan Preston of York), two brothers (Rosemond (Yak) Jr., husband of Joanne Gilbert of York, and Jerry Gilbert of York), Maternal Aunt (Myra Forrester of Silver Spring, MD), and a host of nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five siblings, Isiah Gaines, Harold Gaines, Robert Long, Frank Gilbert, and Marie Boatwright.

No service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society: P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741 or donate.cancer.org. Arrangements made by his son Lance and the Clyde Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville.

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