Patricia L. Gilbert, age 79, of Edgerton, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice Center in Defiance, Ohio. Patricia was born on February 20, 1946, in Plain City, Ohio, the daughter of the late John H. and Sally M. (McRutherford) Caldwell. On February 11, 1964, she married Dwight E. Gilbert, Sr., in London, Ohio. They shared 56 years of marriage until Dwight's passing on December 20, 2020. Patricia worked at Bryan Custom Plastics until her retirement. She also enjoyed providing babysitting services, helping others with childcare. She was a devoted member of New Life Worship Center in Bryan. Patricia spent many hours in daily prayer, reading the Bible, and completing devotionals. She loved the Lord with all her heart.

Above all, Patricia loved her family. She faithfully supported them in all their activities and cherished the time spent together. Her family, friends, and church family are comforted knowing she is with Jesus, her husband and other loved ones. Everyone who knew Patricia loved her, and she made a positive and lasting impact.

Surviving are her two children, Kathy (John) Simmons of Bryan, Ohio, and Steve Gilbert of New Castle, Indiana; six grandchildren, Beth (Mark) Sammons, Ashley Gilbert, Auston Simmons, Mindy Gilbert, Jamee Gilbert Johnson, and Bradley Gilbert; thirteen great-grandchildren; two siblings, Ruth Graham and Steve (Mary Jo) Caldwell; and a brother-in-law, Paul Henry. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dwight Gilbert, Sr.; her son, Dwight Gilbert, Jr.; three sisters, Mary (Ken) Burgett, Betty (Steve) Dickens, and Phyllis Henry; two brothers, Jerry (Terry) Caldwell and infant brother Robert Caldwell.

The family will hold a memorial service to celebrate Patricia's life on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at New Life Worship Center, Bryan. Services are in care of Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, Bryan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to New Life Worship Center, Bryan.

Condolences and fond memories may be shared with the family at www.oberlinturnbull.com.