Kenneth Everett Gilchriest

Kenneth Everett Gilchriest, 83, of Fred, Tx. Passed away Nov. 1, 2026. He was born on Dec. 21, 1942 to Eathel Yawn Gilchriest and Charlie Dow Gilchriest. Survivors include his 6 children; Clay Gilchriest (Tammy Gore) of Silsbee, Margaret Price (Dave) of Palestine, Natalie Holcomb (Kelley) of Lufkin, Candy Baker (Jeff) of Center, Lorrie Jeffcoat of Spurger, and Michelle/Shelly Taylor (Joe) of Fannett.

Grandchildren: Connie McInnis, Clayton Gilchriest, Carley Gilchriest, Travis Stamm, Cody Stamm, Megan Baker, Shelby Waltmon, Kelsey Hughes, Caden McMillon, Kala Black, Brandon Wood, Brady Wood, Katelyn Miller, Jessica Hensarling, Carli Jo Taylor, and Trace Taylor. He is also survived by 20 great grandchildren and 5 great great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and grandson Caleb Ian Wood.

Kenneth lived his life and raised his family alongside Carolyn Rawls Gilchriest, in Fred Tx. He is a retired Deputy for Tyler County Sheriff’s Department and San Augustine Sheriff’s Department. He also worked for Tyler County Waste Management, Harper Butane and Shelby Gas through the years.

Though his family grieves his passing, they are grateful for the years they shared, the stories he told, the adventures and many family holidays spent together, and the love he gave so freely. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and countless friends.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 PM on Wednesday Funeral services will follow at 2:00 PM Wednesday November 4, 2026 at Farmer Funeral Home with Pastor Robert McLelland officiating. Kenneth will be laid to rest at Franks Branch Cemetery.