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Gilbert Crockett Scrivner
November 19, 1939 ~ March 21, 2017 (age 77) 77 Years OldShare Tribute:
Gilbert Crockett Scrivner entered this life on November 19, 1939 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Born to Kenneth and Madge Scrivner, Gilbert grew up in Heavener, Oklahoma. It was there, in the third grade, that he would meet the love of his life Iva “Lou” Little.
Gilbert’s blood ran red, University of Oklahoma, Boomer Sooner, crimson red. It was at his beloved OU that he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and graduated in 1962 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Gilbert’s dedication to OU was life long. As a long time season ticket holder, he loved attending sporting events. With his generous heart, Gilbert often treated family and friends to OU tickets and the opportunity to cheer on the Sooners. Gilbert was a member of the OU President’s Club and Sooner Club.
Gilbert married his soul mate, Lou, on June 11, 1961. The next year, their family grew as Gilbert and Lou welcomed a daughter, Teri Lynn. Solidifying Gilbert’s spot as the only man in the house, Sheri Elizabeth, completed the Scrivner family in 1964. God chose perfectly the daddy of these girls. Gilbert loved and cherished being their father. He was an example, protector and supporter of Teri and Sheri no matter the situation.
Gilbert was a dedicated, hard-working man. He began his career as a mechanical engineer in 1962 at Oklahoma Gas and Electric. In 1965, Gilbert accepted a position with Dow Chemical Company. After a successful 30 years, serving in multiple positions in Texas and California, he retired in 1995 at the age of 55. Gilbert spent ten years of retirement in Granbury, Texas, before following his heart back to Norman, Oklahoma in 2009.
In his retirement, Gilbert rarely went a day without wearing OU apparel and had more time to pursue his passion for Corvettes. He worked many hours completing the restoration of his 1956 “baby”, a project he began before retirement that spanned eight years. It was with that car, in 1998, that Gilbert received the Duntov Mark of Excellence Award, the most prestigious award for Corvette restoration. His 1956 model was only one of Gilbert’s treasures. At one time he had four Corvettes in his garage. His 1984 model was also a winner of many awards. As a member of the National Corvette Restoration Society, Gilbert served as President for eight years. Through the society he was also a Master Judge for restored Corvettes. His love for working on cars was a skill he enjoyed teaching his grandsons.
Gilbert was an incredible man of faith and dedicated church member. His sharp business sense allowed him the opportunity to serve many years as a financial advisor at Lakeside Baptist Church in Granbury. At the time of his passing, Gilbert was a valued member of NorthHaven Church in Norman where he served on the budget committee.
Although Gilbert loved both OU and Corvettes, his family and friends were his heart. He loved hosting them at his home, traveling with them, and most of all teasing them. He created unending memories for all that knew and loved him.
Gilbert made his journey to heaven on March 21, 2017. Over the last three and a half months, Gilbert battled infections that had followed a surgery. During this time, in his typical style, he was a valiant hero to all who surrounded him. Gilbert’s example throughout his life was one deserving of admiration. His high expectation of himself was apparent to the end.
Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Madge Scrivner; his daughter, Sheri Elizabeth Evans; his uncle and aunt Earl and Anna McCafferty; and his cousin, Patricia A. Armanino.
Gilbert is survived by his wife of 56 years, Iva Lou Scrivner; his daughter, Teri Lynn Sequera; his three grandsons, Dwain Joseph (DJ) Evans, Anthony Gilbert Sequera, and Andrew (Drew) Edward Sequera; his brother and wife, James R and Sue Scrivner; cousin, Michael G McCafferty, many nieces and nephews, and countless friends.
Services to celebrate Gilbert will be held on Monday, March 27, 2017 at 1:00 pm at Lakeside Baptist Church in Granbury, Texas with interment to follow at Holly Hills Memorial Park. To leave on-line condolences, please visit www.havenbrookfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, and in support of Gilbert’s burning desire to further the Sooner Nation, donations may be made in his name to the University of Oklahoma Memorial Scholarship Fund at https//giving.oufoundation.org.
Gilbert’s blood ran red, University of Oklahoma, Boomer Sooner, crimson red. It was at his beloved OU that he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and graduated in 1962 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Gilbert’s dedication to OU was life long. As a long time season ticket holder, he loved attending sporting events. With his generous heart, Gilbert often treated family and friends to OU tickets and the opportunity to cheer on the Sooners. Gilbert was a member of the OU President’s Club and Sooner Club.
Gilbert married his soul mate, Lou, on June 11, 1961. The next year, their family grew as Gilbert and Lou welcomed a daughter, Teri Lynn. Solidifying Gilbert’s spot as the only man in the house, Sheri Elizabeth, completed the Scrivner family in 1964. God chose perfectly the daddy of these girls. Gilbert loved and cherished being their father. He was an example, protector and supporter of Teri and Sheri no matter the situation.
Gilbert was a dedicated, hard-working man. He began his career as a mechanical engineer in 1962 at Oklahoma Gas and Electric. In 1965, Gilbert accepted a position with Dow Chemical Company. After a successful 30 years, serving in multiple positions in Texas and California, he retired in 1995 at the age of 55. Gilbert spent ten years of retirement in Granbury, Texas, before following his heart back to Norman, Oklahoma in 2009.
In his retirement, Gilbert rarely went a day without wearing OU apparel and had more time to pursue his passion for Corvettes. He worked many hours completing the restoration of his 1956 “baby”, a project he began before retirement that spanned eight years. It was with that car, in 1998, that Gilbert received the Duntov Mark of Excellence Award, the most prestigious award for Corvette restoration. His 1956 model was only one of Gilbert’s treasures. At one time he had four Corvettes in his garage. His 1984 model was also a winner of many awards. As a member of the National Corvette Restoration Society, Gilbert served as President for eight years. Through the society he was also a Master Judge for restored Corvettes. His love for working on cars was a skill he enjoyed teaching his grandsons.
Gilbert was an incredible man of faith and dedicated church member. His sharp business sense allowed him the opportunity to serve many years as a financial advisor at Lakeside Baptist Church in Granbury. At the time of his passing, Gilbert was a valued member of NorthHaven Church in Norman where he served on the budget committee.
Although Gilbert loved both OU and Corvettes, his family and friends were his heart. He loved hosting them at his home, traveling with them, and most of all teasing them. He created unending memories for all that knew and loved him.
Gilbert made his journey to heaven on March 21, 2017. Over the last three and a half months, Gilbert battled infections that had followed a surgery. During this time, in his typical style, he was a valiant hero to all who surrounded him. Gilbert’s example throughout his life was one deserving of admiration. His high expectation of himself was apparent to the end.
Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Madge Scrivner; his daughter, Sheri Elizabeth Evans; his uncle and aunt Earl and Anna McCafferty; and his cousin, Patricia A. Armanino.
Gilbert is survived by his wife of 56 years, Iva Lou Scrivner; his daughter, Teri Lynn Sequera; his three grandsons, Dwain Joseph (DJ) Evans, Anthony Gilbert Sequera, and Andrew (Drew) Edward Sequera; his brother and wife, James R and Sue Scrivner; cousin, Michael G McCafferty, many nieces and nephews, and countless friends.
Services to celebrate Gilbert will be held on Monday, March 27, 2017 at 1:00 pm at Lakeside Baptist Church in Granbury, Texas with interment to follow at Holly Hills Memorial Park. To leave on-line condolences, please visit www.havenbrookfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, and in support of Gilbert’s burning desire to further the Sooner Nation, donations may be made in his name to the University of Oklahoma Memorial Scholarship Fund at https//giving.oufoundation.org.
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