GAYLE SUSAN DUNCAN-KNIPE

Condolences & Memories (13 entries)

• I typed Gayle's name in on facebook as I had not talked to her for two years and I miss her so much. She was the best friend I ever had. We worked together, lived together and loved many people together. My hands are shaking and I am crying my heart out. Please Gloria, would you call me or email me your number? I met Gayle at Continental in Indianapolis in 1977 and she was my soul mate ever since. - Posted by: Anna Kaiser Burke Whitehouse (Maid of Honor at my Wedding and best friend forever) on: Feb 14, 2014

• Mom, this was an awful call to receive that you passed away so suddenly. I fear many did not know that you had a daughter. I had the pleasure of knowing you for over 25 years, and not enough time to spend with you. We never lived in the same province which made our time together short/ My heart and thoughts go out to those you loved, my brother David, aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and your grandchildren, that will truly miss you. I will miss you dearly, may you rest in peace mother. - Posted by: Kimberly Jolette (Daughter) on: Jan 31, 2014

• Words can't express the shock and sadness I felt when I heard the news of your passing. We met through work, you as an underwriter and me as a broker and when you would come to Saskatoon on business we always got together for our "business meeting" but really, it was just a great chance to visit. We were both animal lovers and we would swap stories about your cats and my dogs and I can honestly say, you're probably the only underwriter that came over to my house and met my two dogs! I always felt like I knew your son David as you would speak of him often and I could tell you had a fantastic relationship with him. My heartfelt condolences to Gayle's family, friends and co-workers, you'll be missed my friend. - Posted by: Donna Wasden (Business Associate and Friend) on: Jan 30, 2014

• For almost 50 years we were BFF's (long before the term was coined.) I still remember 47 years ago when I moved to Calgary and we had to say good-bye - I was inconsolable. We were polar opposites (I was the shy quiet introvert to your out-going personality) but we were inseparable; we went everywhere and did everything together. I will always cherish those memories. We kept in touch over the years and you stood by my side as my maid of honor at my wedding. As time passed, you were always in my thoughts and in my heart and that will never change. Till we meet again my dearest friend, rest in peace. - Posted by: Chris Brooker ( Witczak) (Friend) on: Jan 29, 2014

• David & Family, I was shocked to hear of Gayle's passing, & my heart goes out to you all. David, you were the pride of your Mother, so while your heart aches just know that she loved you. I knew Gayle from when she worked at CGU, however, I continued to see her in the elevator & halls of the workplace, & she always managed a smile. Hugs to all. - Posted by: Linda Mojelsky (friend) on: Jan 29, 2014

• I had the joy of knowing Gayle for only a few years and we hadn't been in touch for a while. She was an amazing woman who always took the time for me when I needed a shoulder and was an amazing business woman who was always willing to share her knowledge. You were a bright light in this world and I will miss you. I am sorry I didn't get a chance to say goodbye. Xoxo - Posted by: Delilah McGinnis (Friend and former co-worker) on: Jan 29, 2014

• I only met you once.....Although we had never met, I had the opportunity to help you with something. When you arrived at my work, meeting me for the first time, with a gourmet cookie as an offer of appreciation I could tell you were a very kind and generous spirit. The brief conversation we had was nice. The smile that others are mentioning was very evident, and so is the love you have for your sister Gloria (my boss). Your passing was too soon, and I'm sad that we won't have a chance to meet again. Watch over Gloria....she is missing you so much. - Posted by: Aline Vieville (Friend of family) on: Jan 29, 2014

• In Loving Memory of Gayle: A loving, kind, beautiful spirit, unforgettable smile, a ray of light to this world. Our deepest condolences to Gayle's children and Family. Gayle was a wonderful AUNTIE to Gary Jr. We will miss her deeply. Forever Loved and Missed. I thank my God in all my remembrance of you. Philippians 1:3 Paula & Denis - Posted by: Paula Meyer (Friend) on: Jan 28, 2014

• I will truly miss you my dear friend. Our friendship goes back many years to when our boys David and Mathew playing sports together and we would hang out at the hockey arenas. I will miss our girls dinners out, our friendly card games and games of golf. YOur passing is a huge loss to all your family and friends and you will be missed by all. Rest in peace my dear friend. - Posted by: Karen Kozokowsky (Friend) on: Jan 28, 2014

• My deepest sympathy to the family. We spoke a few months ago and shared the memories of me a coach for David and you a baseball and hockey mom. You supported every decision I made on the ice or the diamond, and on the community club board. Though we did not speak weekly I could pick up the phone and no time was lost, or having you say where have you been, no not Gayle just too kind for that. Gayle, rest in peace. We will be there for David during this time of grief. I know you would want it that way, - Posted by: Brian yascheshyn (Friend) on: Jan 28, 2014

• I will always remember you and I, as goalie moms, together alone up in the bleachers in the cold hockey rinks watching David and Patrick play hockey. We had some great chats and sometimes even missing spectacular saves by one of our sons. I'm glad it was you I spent my rink days with. Then there was our friendship outside of hockey, aqua-sizes and aerobics, laughing at ourselves. I will never forget our friendship. David, you are in our deepest thoughts every day. - Posted by: Debbie Yascheshyn (friend) on: Jan 28, 2014

• We are saddened by your unexpected passing. You were a great friend and co-worker. My family was blessed to have gotten to know you. We worked together for many years and I will be missing your smile every day. Rest in peace my friend. Barb, Meagan and Madison Jones - Posted by: Barb Jones (Friend and Co-worker) on: Jan 27, 2014

• We are with heavy hearts and will miss you. You were such a kind soul who gladly gave friendship, support and advice to me and my family often over the years. Your friendship and generosity will never be forgotten. When we talked at Christmas time, we spoke of good times past and we both looked forward to getting together soon for dinner and a good long chat. While I know now this is not to be, I will cherish our most recent conversation and of course all the wonderful memories of sharing, laughter, travels, good times in all the years of our friendship. Rest in your peaceful place. Bill, Gayle, Thomas and Andreas - Posted by: Gayle Anderson-Harrow (friend) on: Jan 27, 2014