In loving memory of

Gilbert R. Gutierrez
July 6, 1968 - August 26, 2020

Gilbert R. Gutierrez, 52, of Detroit, Michigan died August 26, surrounded by family members.
He was born July 6, 1968 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Antonia and the late Gilbert Gutierrez. He was the oldest of 5 siblings: Adela, Jennifer, Sarah, Cuauhtémoc "Temoc", and Pius "Jesse".
Gilbert was a Master Carpenter with over 30 years in construction and roofing. He was an avid evangelist who loved to praise and worship with and to the Lord. He loved sunrises, traveling, photography and enjoyed nature hikes. He was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and nephew and loved his family dearly.
He is survived by his mother, Antonia Gutierrez, Brownstown, MI; sons: Jesse R., Matt X., Nathaniel, Dominic, and daughter Serina; Sisters: Adela Masterson of Brownstown, MI, Jennifer and brother-in-law Mehmec Hasanoğulları, Chicago, IL; Sara Thomas, Saginaw, Michigan, Step-sister Katherine Siroky of Chicago, IL; brother, Cuauhtémoc Gutierrez, Brownstown, MI; grandchildren Brayden, Cecilia, Gionni, Nathaniel II, and Malia. Nieces: Deannaca, Adelena, and Breanna; In addition to numerous family members of the Reyes, Martinez, Ali families and many friends.
Mr. Gutierrez was preceded in death by his brother Pius "Jesse" Gutierrez and father, Gilbert Gutierrez.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 1, 2020 from 11-2pm at Verheyden Funeral Home (Risko Chapel) Detroit, Michigan. Burial will take place following the funeral services at Woodmere Cemetery in Detroit, Michigan.
Due to COVID-19 mandates, face masks must be worn at all times in the building and only 10 people will be permitted into the building at a time.

Tributes

Sabrina Mata wrote on Sep 1, 2020:

"Knew the family for a long time were family. Memories, boy oh boy, We I would say 10-ish, when I had the pleasure of meeting Aunt Toni, Gil, Della, and cuatemo, (not spelling that right). He was true to people, that young man had a 'Heart of Gold" I feel as if we were just on f.b the other day. MY FRIEND THIS BREAKS MY HEART. R.I.P. MISSED BY MANY YPU WILL! XOXOXOXO "

Deannaca Masterson wrote on Aug 30, 2020:

"Rest In Heaven Uncle Gilbert. We all Love soo much that it?s hard for us all to say goodbye. You were such an amazing and beautiful person!! That it?s not far you had to leave us so soon but we all know that nothing in life is far. So I thank you for always being there for me and everyone in the family!! As a Uncle I couldn?t have asked for a better one than you!! May you rest at easy knowing you have truly made a difference in each and one of our lives!! I LOVE YOU!! XoXo Love Always!! Your Nieces Deannaca, Adelena, Breanna, Cesalina, Amora..And Nephew Aaron. ??"

Sara Thomas wrote on Aug 30, 2020:

"Words can't describe how much I already miss you brother. We had a lot of good times together. You were always supportive and always was there when anyone needed help. Love you forever and always ??. Love your sister Sara, brother in-law Eddie, and neice Katelynn. "