Obituary for Gilles Horace Schaubroeck
GILLES SCHAUBROECK
January 11, 1930 – January 28, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Gilles on January 28, 2021 at Deer Lodge Centre at the age of 91 years.
Left to mourn are his beloved wife Eleanore; daughter Lisa, son Paul (Marie-Josée); grandchildren John, Jason (Sara) and Amy; great-grandson Carson and future great-granddaughter Chloe. Also left to mourn are sisters Eveline, Gertrude (Laurent), brother Camille (Denise), as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Archie and Thérèse Schaubroeck; his brothers Armand, Denis, Maurice, and Normand and sisters Florence, Soeur Rachel, Juliette; brothers-in-law Oscar, Gabriel and Homer and sisters-in-law Patsy and Rose. Survived by sisters-in-law Florence, Lorraine, and predeceased by sisters-in-law Ramona and Geri, and brother-in-law Marcel and survived by brother-in-law Don.
Our Dad lived an amazing life, devoted to his wife and family. No matter what challenges he faced, he always managed to find creative solutions to life’s problems. Dad was so patient and never complained, always seeing the bright side of things. He was meek, humble, and had a huge heart for helping others, whether it was his family, his neighbors, or in the community.
He worked hard in construction for 45 years, as a yard foreman and he never missed a day. During retirement, he volunteered with Meals on Wheels for 12 years, earning the Helping Hand Award for outstanding volunteer effort. He was a foodie and loved his sweets, and his homemade cookies and apple crisp were so delicious!
Dad, we will miss your presence, your quiet mind and your perseverance. You were a man of great faith, who taught us unconditional love, hope and peace. You were a true leader and you taught us by your example.
March on, Dad!
You have fought the good fight;
You have finished the race;
You have kept the faith.
The family wishes to thank all the home care workers who cared for Gilles and the staff at Deer Lodge Centre Tower 6 for their compassionate care. We would also like to thank Dr. Kevin Coates for his many years of care and Physician Assistant Ryan Szajkowski and Dr. David Hochman.
Donations in memory of Gilles may be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation or Deer Lodge Centre Foundation.
Cremation has taken place and due to Covid restrictions a private memorial mass at St. Bernadette Parish will be held on Saturday, February 6 at 11:00 a.m. Recording of the memorial will be available afterwards at ejcoutu.ca by going to the photos & videos tab and selecting watch webcast.
E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS
204-253-5086
January 11, 1930 – January 28, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Gilles on January 28, 2021 at Deer Lodge Centre at the age of 91 years.
Left to mourn are his beloved wife Eleanore; daughter Lisa, son Paul (Marie-Josée); grandchildren John, Jason (Sara) and Amy; great-grandson Carson and future great-granddaughter Chloe. Also left to mourn are sisters Eveline, Gertrude (Laurent), brother Camille (Denise), as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Archie and Thérèse Schaubroeck; his brothers Armand, Denis, Maurice, and Normand and sisters Florence, Soeur Rachel, Juliette; brothers-in-law Oscar, Gabriel and Homer and sisters-in-law Patsy and Rose. Survived by sisters-in-law Florence, Lorraine, and predeceased by sisters-in-law Ramona and Geri, and brother-in-law Marcel and survived by brother-in-law Don.
Our Dad lived an amazing life, devoted to his wife and family. No matter what challenges he faced, he always managed to find creative solutions to life’s problems. Dad was so patient and never complained, always seeing the bright side of things. He was meek, humble, and had a huge heart for helping others, whether it was his family, his neighbors, or in the community.
He worked hard in construction for 45 years, as a yard foreman and he never missed a day. During retirement, he volunteered with Meals on Wheels for 12 years, earning the Helping Hand Award for outstanding volunteer effort. He was a foodie and loved his sweets, and his homemade cookies and apple crisp were so delicious!
Dad, we will miss your presence, your quiet mind and your perseverance. You were a man of great faith, who taught us unconditional love, hope and peace. You were a true leader and you taught us by your example.
March on, Dad!
You have fought the good fight;
You have finished the race;
You have kept the faith.
The family wishes to thank all the home care workers who cared for Gilles and the staff at Deer Lodge Centre Tower 6 for their compassionate care. We would also like to thank Dr. Kevin Coates for his many years of care and Physician Assistant Ryan Szajkowski and Dr. David Hochman.
Donations in memory of Gilles may be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation or Deer Lodge Centre Foundation.
Cremation has taken place and due to Covid restrictions a private memorial mass at St. Bernadette Parish will be held on Saturday, February 6 at 11:00 a.m. Recording of the memorial will be available afterwards at ejcoutu.ca by going to the photos & videos tab and selecting watch webcast.
E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS
204-253-5086