Dennis M. Gilbert, age 68, of Naples, FL, formerly of Palatine, IL, he passed away peacefully on October 6, 2021 at Seasons Hospice in Naperville after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He was born October 31, 1952 in Chicago, IL. Dennis grew up in Hoffman Estates, IL. He is preceded in death by his parents Catherine (nee Hart) and Maurice J. Gilbert Jr. and his two brothers, Michael and John Gilbert. Dennis is survived by his brother Thomas (Debra) Gilbert and sisters Mary (Robert) Bieschke, Suzanne (Thomas) Sturgulewski, his nieces Stefanie (Jason) Combs, Lauren Sturgulewski , nephew Tyler Sturgulewski and great-nephew Tristan Combs. Dennis was a 48 year member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local #2 Chicago. He worked many venues throughout the Chicagoland area as well as traveling throughout the country working Industrial shows. He was well respected and a mentor to many. He retired in 2007, and has enjoyed his last 7 years residing in Naples, FL. Dennis was a huge sports enthusiast, he was an avid Blackhawks and Cubs fan. His favorite past times were playing golf, boating and fishing. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Dennis will be remembered fondly for his quick wit, kindness, and generosity. He was one of a kind and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Visitation will be from 3:00-8:00pm on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral Home, 330 West Golf Rd., Schaumburg, IL. Services will be Monday, October 11, 2021 at 9:15am at Ahlgrim & Sons and mass will follow at 10:00am at St. Hubert Church, 729 Grand Canyon Pkwy., Hoffman Estates, IL. Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Hillside, IL. Memorial donations may be given to the American Cancer Society or the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 954 W. Washington Blvd. #305, Chicago, IL 60607 http://www.lls.org/illinois .