Chris L. Gilbert age 64 of Garrett, IN and formerly of Fort Wayne and Columbia City, IN passed away Friday, January 30, 2026 at Parkview Regional Medical Center – Ft. Wayne, IN. Chris was born May 8, 1961 in Columbia City, IN to David and Patricia (Noble) Gilbert and they preceded him in death. He married Taresa A. Paulus on April 24, 1999 in Columbia City, IN.

Chris had worked as a maintenance man at Dana – Columbia City, IN.

Chris is survived by his wife: Taresa A. Gilbert, Garrett, IN; daughter: Ashley Gilbert, MA; son: Kyle Gilbert, FL; brothers: Barry Gilbert, IL and David Gilbert, Ft. Wayne, IN, 1 grandson.

A Gathering of Friends and Family is pending at Thomas Funeral Home, 1277 C.R. 56, Garrett, IN 46738