Gilbert Mason Clements, Sr.

Gilbert M. Clements Sr., 85, of Petersburg, Va, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, after a long period of declining health. 

He was the son of the late Newton Lee Clements Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Funk Clements of Colonial Heights, Va. He was preceded in death by his son, Cory Drake Patrick Clements of Prince George Va; and two sisters, Elizabeth Clements Sommers of Newport News, Va and Mary V. (Peggy) Clements Nugent of Colonial Heights, Va.

Gilbert founded G M Clements Co., Inc., a Commercial Painting & Contracting Company in 1960. He operated it as owner until his retirement.  He was also an entrepreneur and innovator involved in land development and real estate businesses, technology, and had other businesses related to the construction field over his 50 plus years in business.

He was a huge fan of the Washington Redskins, and of Nascar Racing. He loved Playing golf and took delight in spending time with his beloved grandchildren.

Gilbert is survived by a brother Newton Lee Clements, Jr. of Petersburg Va; two sons, Gilbert Mason Clements Jr. of Jensen Beach, FL and Christopher Sean Clements of Florida; three grandchildren, Brittany Clements Bailey (Jake) of Phoenix, AZ, Megan Elizibeth Clements of Chesterfield, Va and Christopher Sean (CJ) Clements Jr. of Prince George, Va; longtime companion, Francis Joyner of North Carolina; and several nieces and nephews.

His lifelong goal of "leaving your mark and to always be fair" was achieved. Now Gilbert can rest in peace to be reunited with his father, mother, sisters and son Cory.

Per the request of Gilbert, there will be no service. Arrangements by the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory.