Mr. Noah T. (Jack) Gilbreath Jr.

September 27, 1938 – January 3, 2026

Mr. Noah T. (Jack) Gilbreath Jr., age 87, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

Jack was a graduate of DeKalb High School Class of 1956. He received an Agriculture Degree from Auburn University and a Pharmaceutical Degree from Samford University.

Jack was a well-respected member of the Fort Payne community his entire life. He was a pharmacist by profession. He owned and operated Gilbreath Pharmacy, served as Pharmacist at DeKalb Hospital, Prewett Mill Pharmacy and K-Mart Pharmacy among many other local pharmacies.

Jack was a faithful member, Sunday School Teacher, Deacon and Lay Minister working for His Lord for many years.

Jack was a loving husband and brother. He loved his extended family and they loved him. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Ann, his sister Sally Killian, wife of Roger Killian, and a host of extended family and wonderful friends. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Truman and Sara Gilbreath, and his brother, William Gilbreath.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the DeKalb County Children’s Advocacy Center (P. O. Box 680173 Fort Payne, AL 35968).

Visitation

Date of Visitation: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Visitation Location: Burt Chapel-Fort Payne

Visitation Time: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM

Funeral

Date of Funeral: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Funeral Location: Burt Chapel-Fort Payne

Funeral Time: Memorial Service at 5:00 PM

Officiating: Rev. Alan Crawford & Rev. Rodney Jackson

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Danny and Norma Hulgan from Valley Head wrote on January 21, 2026 at 9:11 pm

Mr. Gilbreath was a special gentleman who was dearly loved and respected by many.

Danny and Norma Hulgan from Valley Head wrote on January 21, 2026 at 9:11 pm

Mr. Gilbreath was a special gentleman who was dearly loved and respected by many.

Dennis Goza from Fort Payne,Al. wrote on January 7, 2026 at 9:00 pm

God bless you Ann and family. Sorry I can't attend, but you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jack was a great man and I considered him a friend. He will be missed by all who knew him!

Barry Leath from Midland Georgia wrote on January 7, 2026 at 12:45 am

I am so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. We went to church together when I was a child , and our families were very close . He was a good man .

Tammi Miller from Lascassas, TN wrote on January 6, 2026 at 7:55 pm

Ann, we are so sorry for your loss of Jack. I know you two made lots of great memories over the years and I hope those memories bring you some comfort. Praying for peace and strength. Tammi and Randy Miller

Sarah Chastain from Valley Head wrote on January 6, 2026 at 1:18 am

I am so sorry for your loss. I grew up with Jack at FBC Fort Payne. I was in college at Samford when he started to pharmacy school. I rode back and forth with him because I didn't have a car. He was a friend.

Bill Mitchell from Fort Payne wrote on January 6, 2026 at 12:18 am

I'm so sorry to learn of Jack's passing. He was a good and faithful servant of our Lord and a man of impeccable character. My prayers for Ann, Sally, and all the family.

Sandy Bolton Thrasher from Summerville wrote on January 6, 2026 at 12:03 am

Such a sweet person. Mom thought the world of him. Now they are rejoicing together in heaven. Prayers and condolences to the family

Mary Christopher from Chapin, SC wrote on January 5, 2026 at 10:57 pm

My husband, Henry Christopher, who is also deceased, always enjoyed talking with Jack and Ann during the Dekalb Co. HS reunions. He always had many good stories and memories to share. He will be missed by many good people in Ft. Payne and beyond.

Jay Ham from Fort Payne wrote on January 5, 2026 at 10:04 pm

Jack was a great man that helped people from all walks of life. He will be missed by all that knew him.