Gilbert "Gib" Mcmath

GILBERT “GIB” G. MCMATH, 73, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 9:53 pm, Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at his residence.

He was born to the late James A. and Lucy (nee Kerkhover) McMath on October 7, 1946 in Murphysboro, Illinois.

Gib married Sharon Niemeyer on December 13, 1969 at St. Mary’s Church of Divine Maternity in Ellis Grove.

He retired as a Transportation Officer for Chester Mental Health Center for 31 years.

Gib was a member of St. Mary’s Church of Divine Maternity in Ellis Grove. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge #72 in Chester and the Randolph County Rod and Gun Club. Gib enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, wood working and working on his 1966 Corvette.

Survivors:

Wife:

Sharon McMath Chester, IL

3 Children:

Dennis McMath Chester, IL

Brian (Ashley) McMath Chester, IL

Sherry (Scott) Carnahan Ellis Grove, IL

4 Siblings:

Hilda Diercks Chester, IL

Oscar “Blacky” McMath Steeleville, IL

Ramona Lolan Red Bud, IL

Juanita (Roman) Bleem Preston, IL

6 Grandchildren:

Patrick McMath, Amber Carnahan, Alexis McMath, Mason Carnahan, Jesse McMath, Zoe Carnahan and 1 grandchild due in September

Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in Death by : Parents, 1 Sister – Cleo Shemonic and 5 Brothers – Rudy Pahich, Hobart McMath, James McMath, Roger McMath and Wilbert “Bill” McMath

A private graveside service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery with Deacon Al DuBois officiating.

A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 7:00 pm and will be held at the V.F.W. in Chester, Illinois.

Memorials contributions can be made in Gib’s memory to Hospice of Southern Illinois or Senior Companion Program and memorials are being accepted at the Pechacek Funeral Homes in Chester.