Gilbert Odell Markham, Sr.

Gilbert Odell Markham, Sr. (Gil), age 70 of Eagle Rock passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, October 31, 2026. He was born at Fort Knox, KY in 1955 to his father, Gray Markham and mother, Joyce Haga.

Gil was a member of Forest Grove Baptist Church when he was younger and was a follower of the Baptist Faith. He was baptized in Craigs Creek during this time of his life. Gil was a long time employee of the papermill in Covington where he retired from the loading and shipping department. He was known for his wonderful singing voice and showcased it many times at Weddings and Funerals. Gil loved to hunt and fish and spend time with his family. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Libby and daughter, Heather and many other close family members. Gil is survived by his current wife, Donna Masters Markham; daughter, Melissa Markham (Patrick); sons, Bert Makham (Loretta), and Seth Markham (Kyndall); step-children, Kenny Masters (Cassie), Marsha (JR) and Jeffrey (Kaitlyn); 10 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Along with numerous cousins and close friends.

Visitation will be held from 5-7pm Friday, November 6, 2026 in the Eagle Rock Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home.  Funeral Services will be held 2pm Saturday, November 7, 2026 in the Eagle Rock Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with Mr. Ray Sloan officiating.  Interment will follow in Eagle Rock Baptist Church Cemetery. The family would like to express their thanks for the wonderful help and care given by the staff at Connection Plus Hospice. The family will receive friends and family after the service at the Eagle Rock Community Center.