Brother Gilmore was born January 23, 1926, he attended Reitz High School, his profession was General Construction.
Gil served in the United States Army, 42 Battalian Technician 4Th grade.
Gil married Ida Lee Sutton they had three daughters, Quanna Lee Backus, Glee Ann Bokelman, and Sue Ellen Bokelman.
Gil became a Master Mason November 21, 1953 in Evansville Lodge # 64 F & AM where he was recently honored for being a 64 year member.
Gil joined the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Evansville at the April 27, Spring Class of 1968. He was presented the Meritorious Service Award in 1975 by the Council of Deliberation.
Gil will celebrate 50 years with the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Evansville in 2018.
