Emily R.

EGGLER

Emily Rae EGGLER, 50, of Wellsboro, PA, died Monday, November 9, 2026. 

Born August 12, 1976, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Dugald Thomas and Lael C. Fontanella Eggler. A 1994 graduate of Galeton Area High School, she earned a degree in biology from Susquehanna University in 1998. She was employed by Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge in Starkville, MS, Northern Appalachian Research Laboratory in Asaph, U.S. Geological Survey in Harrisburg, and Goodwill in Wellsboro. Emily was a member of Pine Creek Valley Church in Gaines. 

She was married to Ronald M. Gilbert, Jr., who survives. Surviving besides her husband, Ron, are: her mother, Lael Eggler of Gaines; a sister, Sarah (Kevin) Adams of Hummelstown; a brother, Alex Eggler of Gaines; a nephew, Eli Adams; and a niece, Lauren Adams. She was predeceased by her father. 

A Memorial Service to be held at Pine Creek Valley Church, Gaines will be announced on a later date. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.