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KENNETH JOHN GIBSON
Born: Nov 18, 1923
Date of Passing: Aug 19, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKENNETH JOHN GIBSON November 18, 1923 - August 19, 2017 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Ken Gibson, at the age of 93, on Saturday, August 19 at the Victoria Hospital. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Bernice; son Kevin (Brenda), granddaughters Coral (Matt Short) and Breanne; brother Don (Vivian); sister Beverley (Fred Thurner), and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Jack and Anna Gibson; daughter Sandra, and first wife Rita. At an early age Ken followed in the family footsteps and entered employment with the T. Eaton Co. working his whole life there, starting as a stock boy and ending up as the Personnel Manager, only leaving while serving with the Navy for the Second World War. While overseas he met and married his first wife Rita and brought her back to Winnipeg where they had two children, shortly thereafter Ken was transferred to Toronto. Within a year after arriving in Toronto Rita became sick and passed away in 1964 leaving Dad with two small children. In 1971 the family returned to Winnipeg settling back in St. Vital. It wasn't long before Dad met Bernice while she was employed at Eaton's. They were married in 1972 and she looked after his every need for 45 wonderful years together. Ken was a lifelong member of Calvary Temple and sat on the church board for many years and was very proud of his involvement in many projects. Dad was the ultimate arm chair athlete and always had an opinion on just about every sport. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 25, 2017 at Calvary Temple, 400 Hargrave Street, in the Buntain Chapel with a reception following. Bardal Funeral Home 204-774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 23, 2017
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I worked with / for Mr. Gibson at Eaton's Western Catalog division in Winnipeg for two years before transferring to Calgary in 1974. I remember him as the very best supervisor that I have ever worked with during my career. A wonderful man and mentor. - Posted by: Brian Beavis (Co-worker) on: Sep 11, 2017
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Sincere condolences to Ken's family, his wife Bernice; son Kevin (Brenda),& grand-daughters; brother Don,& Vivian; sister Beverley,& Fred; & families. Ken's Mother, Anna & my husband's Father Julius, were cousins. I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. - Posted by: Marilyn Anderson (My husband Clifford was a 2nd cousin to Ken) on: Aug 24, 2017
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Ron and I were so saddened to hear of the passing of our brother-in-law Ken Gibson. We want to express our heartfelt sympathy to his dear wife Bernice, son Kevin, daughter-in-law Brenda and to his entire extended family. Cece and Ron Bough - Posted by: Cecilia Bough () on: Aug 24, 2017
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Ihhh It was a long time ago that I met Ken and Bernice at Pye's Landing. I am truly sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Coralie - Posted by: Coralie Bornais (Friend of Kevin and Brenda) on: Aug 23, 2017
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Ken you were a great friend and am glad to have made your acquaintance. More like a father to my husband (Terry) and a uncle to the children. You are now with your heavenly father and may your life's journey bring many more to our Lord. Rest in Peace. Ken. - Posted by: Renate ( Schjerning ) Gardy (friend) on: Aug 23, 2017