Gilbert Huertas

Gilbert Huertas, 79, beloved husband of Rosemarie G. Andre Huertas for nearly 59 years, passed into the loving arms of Christ surrounded by the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved on August 18, 2015. His lifelong accomplishments were many but the ones most dear to his heart were his faith, family and friends. He lit up a room with his robust personality, turned adversaries into friends and enjoyed everything that life had to offer, especially dancing with his wife, the love of his life. He was a carpenter by trade and was employed by the Bethlehem Area School District for 31 years. He was an active member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church where he gave selflessly of his time through the years. He was a member of many local clubs and organizations too numerous to name.

Along with his wife, Rosemarie, Gilbert is survived by his loving daughters, Emilia, wife of Jose Antonio DosSantos and Andra Huertas, two granddaughters, Laura and Danielle DosSantos all who meant the world to him. Brothers, Luis and Trinidad, Jr., sisters, Maria, Mercedes, Catalina and Juanita; numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren, aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family member and friend, Vicki Theman. They thank God for the gift of his life and the blessing of the time spent with him. He was predeceased by his parents, Trinidad and Hermenejilda Huertas, in-laws, Jose and Emilia Andre, brother Basilio, sister, Luz Maria, brother-in-law, Antonio Andre and grandson, Neil DosSantos, all of whom he carried with him in his heart. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the team members of the St. Lukes Hospice assigned to his care. Their dedication and effort in providing quality care and compassion was a heartwarming blessing to the entire family.

In remembrance of Gilbert for his great smile, outstanding personality, friendship, respect and sincere love for all, his family welcomes family and friends to join with them at his Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, August 21, 2015 at 10 a.m. at Holy Infancy Catholic Church 312, E. 4th St. Bethlehem, PA 18015 and on to his final resting place, Holy Saviour Cemetery. All funeral arrangements are entrusted to Connell Funeral Home, Inc. 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Gilberts honor to Holy Infancy Catholic Church or to St. Lukes Hospice, 1510 Valley Center Parkway, Suite 200, Bethlehem, PA 18017 or simply with a much appreciated thought or prayer.

Cemetery
Holy Saviour Cemetery
2575 Linden St.
Bethlehem PA 18017
US

Mass of Christian Burial
Friday, August 21, 2015
10:00 AM
Holy Infancy Catholic Church
312 East Fourth St.
Bethlehem PA 18015
US

Funeral HomeConnell Funeral Home, Inc.
245 East Broad St.
Bethlehem PA - 18018
US
610-868-8531