Gilbert Kenneth McGinnis Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Gilbert Kenneth “Ken” McGinnis passed away peacefully at home with his beloved family by his side on Wednesday, Feb 3rd, 2021. He leaves a strong Christian legacy for his many friends and loved ones. Not a perfect one, but one founded through the grace of our Heavenly Father. Ken was born in Shelby, NC on May 3rd, 1944. He graduated from Pleasant Garden High School in 1962. He worked several jobs (mostly with classic cars) in his younger years, under the guidance of his friend and mentor, Clyde Still. Clyde shared his love, knowledge, & encouragement for all thing’s cars and racing (and how to make brownies). Ken often talked about how Clyde “loved to drive fast” and Ken certainly shared that passion for fast driving. He owned numerous ’55 Chevy Bel-Airs but always said that it was never enough. Ken also served his country in the National Guard from 1964-1970. He has been a member of Pleasant Garden Baptist Church since 1955 serving as an usher, deacon, member of the finance committee, and an integral part of the work force on several mission trips. He was a member of the PG Jaycees serving as President, Vice-President, and Secretary and also as a member of the PG Lions Club serving as President, Vice-President, and many other positions. He assisted with charity golf tournaments, flag displays, and many other events. On August the 14th, 1966 he married the love of his life, Glenda Welborn and they were blessed with 54yrs of “wedded bliss(ters)”. Ken spent most of his working life in the printing industry until retiring from D.L. Brown. After retirement, he spent his time in his woodshop building and repairing things or on the golf course…..mostly the golf course! He joins in heaven his parents, Gilbert and Ola Lee McGinnis, and his son Keith. He leaves behind his wife, Glenda; daughters Kim(Ray) and Kristy (Ron); grandchildren Austin(Liz), Gracie, Faith, Ryan, Lucas, and Easton; sisters Alice Wilson(Fred), Mary Lee Bergh(John), and Sybil McGinnis. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Many thanks to Ken’s buddies who have journeyed with us for several years taking him out lunch and assisting him in every way and then faithfully visiting when he could no longer get out. Thank you to his Sunday School class and the Ramp Team at PG Baptist for building his ramp and assisting with many other home projects. Thank you to his caregivers and heath team: Evonne Parks, Authoracare Hospice Team, Keisha, Mary, Anne, Beverly, and Dr Hertweck. A very special thank you to our dear neighbors, Kay and Jerry Leonard, Nancy Harmon and her boys. A Celebration of Life will be held at Pleasant Garden Baptist Church on Saturday, Feb 6th at 11am with visitation immediately following. Due to COVID, all social distancing and mask requirements will be honored. The service will be live streamed on PG Baptist website and the church’s Facebook page. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Pleasant Garden Fire Department in Pleasant Garden. Forbis and Dick, Pleasant Garden Chapel is serving the family.

Gilbert Kenneth McGinnis

May 3, 1944 - February 3, 2021

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Gilbert Kenneth McGinnis

May 3, 1944 - February 3, 2021

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