Edward’s Obituary Edward W. Gabert, age 96 of Reed City, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019. He was born September 17, 1922 in Detroit the son of Otto and Marie (Bresser) Gabert. Ed graduated from Cass Tech High School in Detroit. He enlisted in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged after serving in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Following the service Ed studied at the Detroit Institute of Technology earning his degree in Architecture. While attending Detroit Tech, he married his High School Sweetheart the former, Marjorie Bailey, his “Red Headed Girl”. They lived in the Detroit area where Ed worked as an architect until gravitating north, first to Mt. Pleasant and later to Ferris State University in Big Rapids. Ed taught Architectural Technology and Computer Aided Design at Ferris State until his retirement. He was a member of the American Institute of Architects for many years. Ed was a lifelong supporter of the Arts. He contributed to Tuba Bach, was a member of Art Works and the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust. Ed was a devout member of the United Church of Big Rapids. He is survived by two sons, Steven (Debbie) Gabert of Crawfordville, FL, Douglas (Jodi) Gabert of Reed City; four grandchildren, Jonathon Gabert, Benjamin Gabert, Martin Gabert, Courtney Batchelor; three great-grandsons, Liam, Logan and Tyler; a sister, Marilyn Wells of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will take place 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2019 at the United Church of Big Rapids with Pastor JT Hills officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to services at the Church. Memorial contributions in Ed’s name may be made to Art Works or The United Church of Big Rapids. Share a memory or condolence with the family at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Read More
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Edward W Gabert September 17 1922 March 17 2019.
Daggett Funeral Home, Inc. – Barryton
Death notice for the town of: Barryton, state: Michigan