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JESSIE BROWN PATON GILMOUR
Born: Oct 09, 1919
Date of Passing: Jan 21, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJESSIE BROWN PATON GILMOUR Born: October 9, 1919 in Grace Hospital Died: January 21, 2015 at Concordia Place Mom, always known as Brownie, lived her whole life in Winnipeg, initially in the West End, then in St. James-Assiniboia and finally in East Kildonan. She was a graduate of Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute. She married James Currie Gilmour on October 25, 1941 and they had four boys. Until her later years, Brownie was always very active, initially as a volunteer at her sons' schools, and as a Counsellor and Camp Mom at Faith Bible Camp. After her boys grew up, she used her energies and talents as a board member at Middlechurch Seniors Home and for over 25 years as a volunteer at Grace Hospital. She got her driver's license at age 16 very unusual for the time and she taught her husband how to drive. She loved to travel, a habit she developed as a child. This was later made manifest in annual two week family car trips during summer vacations, and later, after her boys scattered across the continent, as trips with her husband Jim to visit their grandchildren, visits to family in the UK and vacations in Ireland, Europe, and Australia. Mom was proud of her Scottish heritage, but loved being a Canadian and a Winnipegger. Mom loved music. She played the piano and organ at Arlington Street Chapel for over 40 years. She had a beautiful voice, sang in the Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute Choir and often sang duets with her husband, Jim. Even as her strength waned she would often sing to herself as she passed the quiet hours. Mom accepted Christ as her personal Saviour at a young age and throughout her long life sought to honour Him. She happily and tirelessly served the Lord and was an example to her family of what a Christian servant should be. Mom was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, her brother Bob and her daughter-in-law Esther. She is survived by her four sons Ian, Robin (Karen), Keith (Dianne) and Craig (Cindy); by eight grandchildren Gavin Gilmour and Lauren Pringle in the US, Kevin Gilmour and Deanne Balkissoon in Winnipeg, Colin Gilmour in Montreal and Scott Gilmour in Toronto, Josh and Luke Gilmour in BC; and by 12 great-grandchildren. Her sons and their wives, as well as her grandchildren, loved Grandma immensely. Her smile, her caring, her affection and her unfailing love is something we will cherish always. She always appreciated her ongoing connection with her nieces Averill Petrie, in BC and Heather McKay, in Arizona, and with her cousins the Humphrey family in Detroit, MI. Mom spent the last year of her life at Concordia Place and the family is very grateful for the care and compassion she received from the staff on the fourth floor. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Eastview Community Church, 3500 DeVries Avenue, Winnipeg. All her friends and family are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Faith Bible Camp.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 28, 2015
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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I have many great memories of Mrs. Gilmour from spending my early years at Arlington Street. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. My prayers will be for His strength to carry you through these days as well as peace. My thoughts are with all of the family. Love Heather (Thomas) Klyne - Posted by: Heather Thomas Klyne (friend of family) on: Feb 03, 2015
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My deepest condolences to Robin and Karen and his family. Although I have never met Robin's family, I have known Robin for over 35 years as a friend and co-worker. - Posted by: Theodore Geurds (Friend of Robin Gilmour) on: Feb 02, 2015
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Our sincere condolences at the loss of your mother. So many good memories of Jim and Brownie over the years. When I remember the good things about Arlington Street, I remember them. The Gilmour, Taylor and Edgar families go way back and it feels like the end of an era. - Posted by: Janet Edgar Taylor (friend) on: Feb 01, 2015
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Our sincere condolences at the loss of your mother. So many good memories of Jim and Brownie over the years. When I remember the good things about Arlington Street, I remember them. The Gilmour, Taylor and Edgar families go way back and it feels like the end of an era. - Posted by: Janet Edgar Taylor (friend) on: Feb 01, 2015
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My first recollection of meeting Mrs. Gilmour came when I was 13 years old in 1974, and had been promoted to the teen class when Gerry Hayes learnt of my birthday at Friday Night Roundup. With that, I was invited to a youth group skating & tobogganing party. Afterwards, we went to a house, and a lovely & friendly Christian lady brought the hungry teens a huge pot of spaghetti & meatballs for dinner. That meeting and image has stuck in my mind all these years later. - Posted by: Rob Plouffe (Friend at Arlington Street Gospel Chapel and friend to some of the Winnipeg area relatives.) on: Jan 31, 2015
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Jim and Brownie were the first people I met when I was searching for faith and meaning. As a cynical self-conscious black person, I would have "run" if I detected the slightest insincerity - I stayed for many wonderful years at Arlington Street. Thank you Brownie. See you in Heaven. - Posted by: ian & Adele Smith (Friends) on: Jan 30, 2015
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Our condolences to the whole family. Your parents and grandparents were examples to us all of faithfulness to the Lord, and His church, work and workers around the world. We thank the Lord for them. "Well done good and faithful servants." Matthew 25:21 - Posted by: Ron & Robin Hampton () on: Jan 30, 2015
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Our heartfelt condolences to the Gilmour family especially to our daughter-in-law Deane, our son Anson and the children Mya, Aliyah, James and Jackson. It was a great pleasure knowing Mrs. Gilmour. We will always remember our last visit with her at Concordia Place. You are now sitting at the feet of our Loving Saviour Jesus Christ along with your beloved Jim. - Posted by: Bunsee and Indra Balkissoon (Parents in law to Deane Balkissoon) on: Jan 29, 2015
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On behalf of the Halbert family, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Ian, Robin, Keith and Craig and their respective families on the passing of their mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. We have known the Gilmour family for over sixty years and both Jim and Brownie played significant roles in our lives. Mrs. Gilmour was a kind and gentle person, who always took an interest in the well-being of others. She had a beautiful voice and enjoyed singing with her dear husband, Jim. We are deeply saddened by her passing, but know that the Heavenly choir is far better with her arrival. - Posted by: Don & Carolyn Halbert & the Halbert Family (Friend) on: Jan 29, 2015
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Growing up at Arlington Street Gospel Chapel holds many many memories in my heart of Mrs. Gilmour and of course Mr. Gilmour too. I will always remember her singing too. And when I was a little girl we went monthly to Sunset Lodge to do the service and they would often sing, after which us kids would pass out candy to the Seniors. I have not seen Mrs. Gilmour in years, but my memories hold her as a woman who loved her family, loved God and served him. My condolences to the family on the passing of your mom, grandmother and great-grandmother. Love to you all. I will be praying for HIS peace and comfort for you. Love, Joy THOMAS Klassen - Posted by: Joy Klassen (Thomas) (friend of family) on: Jan 29, 2015
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So very sorry for the loss of Mum Gilmore....she is now with Dad Gilmore and at rest. - Posted by: jodi Stratton (Friend of Craig and Cindy) on: Jan 28, 2015
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Wonderful memories of a special lady who always had a kind word and smile. Always specially well dressed for every occasion. Loved to hear her play music at Arlington Chapel. Sending my prayers to the family for their loss. Love Edith - Posted by: Edith Moffit (Dow) (friend) on: Jan 28, 2015
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My Condolences to the Gilmore Family on your loss! - Posted by: R$obert Epstein (Family friend ) on: Jan 28, 2015
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When we received Keith's mail it was so hard to believe she had passed. We had a lot of great talks. She loved it when I brought Jennie for a visit and of course Jennie knew where to go as we got off the elevator and I would come around the corner and there she would be sitting outside of her door waiting for me like hurry up. And she mentioned a long time ago how she loved shortbread so I told her I would make her some ,well after that it was I sure love your shortbread like hint, hint, so her face would light up when I came in with a batch. Will miss her a lot and enjoyed our phone calls as well since I moved away. Thought about her a few days before she passed and didn't get around to a phone call with her, and then when Keith mailed it was when you know someone elderly and you think of them pick up the phone and call as we never know what tomorrow will bring. Have a great journey Aunt Brownie, will be seeing ya!! love Averill & Alan - Posted by: Averill Petie (Niece) on: Jan 28, 2015