OCALA, FL (352today.com) – For nearly 40 years, Gilbert’s Hardware & General Store has been more than just a place to pick up tools or home supplies – it’s been a trusted neighbor and a welcoming hub for residents of northwestern Marion County.
Founded in 1986 by Tom Gilbert, the store was the result of his lifelong dream and years of experience in the building industry.
“Tom had always wanted a hardware store, as he was a frequent customer being in the building business for so many years,” said the Gilbert family. “He purchased the land Gilbert’s Hardware is on and had it rezoned as a commercial use property to open up our store in 1986.”
From the beginning, Gilbert’s operated on a simple idea: listen to the people…