Obituary of Ernest Henri GIBEAU

GIBEAU, Ernest Henri Ernest Henri Gibeau passed away on May 30, 2013 at Strathmore Long-Term Care at the age of 87 years. Born on October 5, 1925, he was the eldest son of Wilfrid Gibeau and Lydie Cretin of Cluny, Alberta. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Theresa (Desjardins). Much of his life was centered around his family Bernard (Kelly), David (Elizabeth), Michael (Cindy), Mark (Lorie), Jocelyn (Peter), Maria, Marian (Rob), as well as fourteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Laurette (Ron) Doucet, sister-in-law Marjorie Gibeau, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ernie was always known for thinking of others first, whether he was helping in the farming community, fixing broken equipment, or building something. His unique expertise spanned many fields including a farmer, carpenter, welder, electrician, constructing custom homes, renovations, cabinet maker and an innovator in fixing or building just about anything. Ernie utilized his creative talents in jewelry making, lapidary, silversmithing, and creating original wood products. While Ernie never wanted to be in the limelight, his spare time was dedicated to community service including a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus and a Lion’s Club member. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at Hope Community Covenant Church, Strathmore at 11:00 a.m. Celebrant Father Wojciech Jarzecki. Interment to follow luncheon at Ouelletteville Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. To send condolences, please visit www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca. Send Condolences