August 28, 1953- March 27, 2013
Gilbert passed away peacefully, in his sleep after a brief battle with cancer. He will be forever remembered in the heart of his long time partner and husband, Barrie Chamberlin. He is survived by his mother, Gilberte Chabot (Cote); his three younger brothers, Denis (Pauline), Louis-Philippe (Greg) and Francois (Joanne) and their children. Gilbert also leaves behind his step-children, Kelli Cassidy (Mark), Mark Chamberlin (Chantal) and his much loved grandchildren, Josh, Madison and Brighton.
Gilbert will also be remembered by his many friends. Gilbert was a humble and gentle man who filled everyone’s lives who knew him with laughter, beauty and humour. An avid gardener, no one who had the privilege of knowing him will now not be able to pass by a garden centre and not think of Gilbert, who was forever finding a ‘new plant’ for his garden. Filled with youthful energy and a joy for life Gilbert was a husband, son, brother, step-father, grandfather and friend who will always be remembered for his solid strength and love.
Gilbert’s life will be celebrated with laughter and great stories at a service on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 2:30 pm at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson and Vancouver Streets. Donations may be made in his name to the BC Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
24 Responses
This message is sent to Barrie and to every member of Gilbert’s family. I have known Gilbert well and I therefore wish to send my condolences to all those who knew him well and who shared his life more than I had the chance to.
My warmest thoughts to you all.
Jim
I just want to offer to you Barrie and your family my sincere sympathy.
I was wondering why he didn’t answer my Christmas card this year and now I know.Don’t hesitate to let us know if you need any help
Louis & Conrad
Dear Barrie & family , My deepest condolences on the passing of Gilbert, I hope In the days and weeks that pass your reflections of the “good times” stay foremost and in front of your thoughts to help lighten your load, each day forward will help in your greiving process,and mine and Kelli’s thoughts are with you always, your friend Mark Stiller
Dear Barrie, my deceased husband Albert Bousquet and I often enjoyed the hospitality of Gilbert and you when we visited Victoria from Palm Springs. I send heart-felt condolences on your loss.
don