Suzanne "Sue" Gilbert, 89, formerly of Elmira, New York, unexpectedly passed away Monday, February 9, 2026. Suzanne was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Charles Gilbert; her parents, Francis Keigler and Sylvia and Perry Chamberlain; two sisters, Marian Brewer, Donna Finnerty. Suzanne is survived by her son, David Gilbert; daughter and son-in-law, Tracy and Nicholas Harbol; two grandchildren, Lily and Lucas; sister, Vera Harmon; several nieces and nephews. Sue worked as a teachers aide with the Elmira City School District. She enjoyed gardening, baking and was caregiver to several family members. The family will receive friends Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:45 a.m. with funeral services immediately following at 12:00 p.m. at the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego, New York with Pastor Jay Geistdorfer, officiating. Burial will be held privately in the Fitzsimmons Cemetery, Elmira, New York.
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Suzanne "Sue" Gilbert, 89, formerly of Elmira, New York, unexpectedly passed away Monday, February 9, 2026. Suzanne was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Charles Gilbert; her parents, Francis Keigler and Sylvia and Perry Chamberlain; two sisters, Marian Brewer, Donna Finnerty. Suzanne is survived by her son, David Gilbert; daughter and s