Tookie Gilbert
1929–1967 (age 38)
Biography
Harold "Tookie" Gilbert was born in 1929, and the glow of his bat and faithful work ethic made him a cherished figure among New Orleans baseball circles. He shared his passion for the game with fans and teammates alike, always encouraging younger players and reminding everyone that the heart of baseball was community.
His premature passing in 1967 left friends and fellow athletes holding tightly to the memory of a generous teammate whose kindness endured long after he left the field; the warmth of those recollections rests gently at Lake Lawn Park Cemetery and Mausoleum.