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 Ivan Gilbert
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Ivan Gilbert was born February 2, 1943 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Ivan's
career in the automotive industry began at the age of 12 at Harry Pane's Garage
in Council Bluffs, he loved hanging around the garage and being the 'go-fer'
always watching, listening and learning. "Red" learned a lot in those early
years, much of which he never forgot and referred to throughout his career
Following graduation from Abraham Lincoln High School, Ivan married his high
shool sweetheart, Sharon Jackson on May 2, 1962; they had four children and four
grand children. After graduation Ivan went to work for Wendell Clark at "Auto Re
Nu" home of the $29.95 paint job. Ivan started as a painter and soon became shop
foreman. In January of 1977, Ivan purchased the shop and renamed it "Red Rooster
Auto Body" a new name as unique as the new owner.
Ivan was dedicated to both the industry and the community. He was a member of
the South Omaha Business Association and the Optimist's Club. He was a member of
the Nebraska Autobody Association and held many offices. Ivan taught auto body
at Metro Community College for several years and served on the Auto Body
Advisory Board. For several years Ivan taught I-CAR classes to both the auto
body and insurance industries. He believed that through proper training and
communication the industry would be strengthened and flourish, and he understood
the importance of proper training and education not only for those entering the
industry, but also for those continuing to work in the industry.
Ivan based his business and his life on honesty and integrity and he
dedicated himself to fostering professionalism and fairness in the auto body
industry. Ivan retired in the spring of 2001 due to health problems. He passed
away on March 8, 2002 at home with his family. During his life, Ivan made many
friends both in the industry and his personal life and one thing is for certain,
if you knew him, he left a lasting impact in your life. Ivan was dearly loved
and is greatly missed, but the lessons that he taught us, and the memories he
gave us will remain with us forever.
Inducted April 26th, 2003
Nebraska Autobody
Association
PO Box 145
Clay Center, NE 68933
nz41254@windstream.net
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