The Wahkiakum County Eagle - Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891

Lind “Mack” Gilbertsen, 73 of Ocean Park, died January 20, 2016 at his son’s home in Cathlamet. Mack was born in Cathlamet on January 10, 1943 to Harold and LaVerle (McDonald) Gilbertsen. He graduated from Wahkiakum High School in 1962 and spent his work life driving truck for Crown Zellerbach, DeBriae Logging and some years owning his own truck. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and working on his truck.

In 2001 he married Nancy Gorman and retired when they moved to Ocean Park. They enjoyed many years of beach life there.

Mack is survived by Nancy at home, a daughter, Tara Stankey; a son, Rex Gilbertsen and wife Veronica; sisters Linda Brock and Noni Meredith; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren and two nieces.

At Mack’s request there will be no service and donations in his name may be made to Cathlamet first aid Division, 375 2nd St., Cathlamet WA 98612. Dowling Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.