Doyle Ray Gilbert-age 83 of Maynardville. It is with deep sadness that Helen and Stacy announce the death of their beloved husband and father, Doyle Gilbert on Monday, March 30, 2026, at his home after a long battle with COPD and heart problems in recent months. He worked at Robertshaw Controls Company for 39 years. He joined Cedar Grove Baptist Church in 1957 and remained a member there for the remainder of his life, he loved his church and church family. He was a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1961. Preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Seattle Beeler Gilbert; sister, Carolyn Stanton; in-laws, Fred and Sara Buckner.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Helen Gilbert; son, Stacy Gilbert; brother, Harold Gilbert; 2 nieces and 1 nephew.

The family will receive friends 5 to 7 pm Tuesday, March 31, 2026, with the funeral service to follow at 7 pm Tuesday, Cooke-Campbell Mortuary Chapel, Rev. Bryan Cooke and Rev. Fred Goodson officiating with music by Cedar Grove Quartet. Interment service 10:30 am Wednesday, April 1, 2026, Pleasant View Cemetery, Maynardville. Family and friends will meet at 10 am Wednesday at the funeral home to go with the procession. Pallbearers: Charlie Ford, Steve Coppock, Bob Cole, Willie Norman, Tim Campbell, Jordan Campbell. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.