Found peace on February 11, 2022 at the age of 86. Loving husband to Catherine (nee Grady) for 60 years. Dear father to Kim A. Bruck and Kurt (Kim J.) Bruck. Beloved grandpa to Stephanie (Brad) Pelo and Brittany Bruck and 1 great-grandchild on the way. Further survived by nieces, nephews, brother and sister-in law, other relatives and friends. Gilbert served in the Army and was part of the tank division. He retired from Wisconsin Natural Gas after 32 years and was able to enjoy his 28 years of retirement. He was a lifetime member of the South Milwaukee Yacht Club and was a 35 year member of the Lionel Railroad Club. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday, February 18 from 10 to 11:30 AM with a service and military honors at 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to South Milwaukee Human Concerns appreciated.