Arthur Gilbert, 99, a lifelong resident of Rochester passed away after a period of failing health on Monday, January 9, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.
Known to many as Gil, Arthur was born July 4, 1923 in Rochester, NH to Arthur Gilbert Sr. and Blanche (Rowe). He graduated from Spaulding High School with the Class of 1943. After graduation, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy 15 Seabees Battalion. Arthur was a veteran of WW11 stationed in Okinawa, Japan.
Following his honorable discharge from the Navy, Arthur started his career as a carpenter with J. Paul Roy Construction Company. He soon began his own business as a builder and roofer in the Rochester area. He was the proud builder of his home and many others in Rochester. Many folks enjoyed his outstanding craftsmanship through the years. He loved working with his hands and physically building things, whether it was an addition to a home or a rabbit hutch for his children's pets. He raised and sold chickens for many years.He married...