R. GEORGE GOBERT

Condolences & Memories (37 entries)

• I was a teenager when I was introduced to the Gobert family...moreover senior George..his wife..two of his sons Jerry and Willy Gobert. I never really knew George junior. My relationship with Goberts started around 1965 and suddenly his brother Renie passed away. As a young kid I was working at the time for Renie Gobert alongside with my uncle Jerry...but suddenly all that changed on Renie Gobert's death. But George senior said to me and he said this "son I know you want to go to school..you can work on my farm.. milk cows..sell milk..make hay ..and you can go to Glenlawn Highshool in the school year". Immediately I jumped on that idea. That is how I got a really good relationship with Jerry and Willy Gobert. My time with Gerry and Willy and at that time Jerry's wife Emily was absolutely precious for the next 4 yrs. We talked about many things in that time frame...I believe I learned to mature...this farm the Riverbend Dairy farm is a part of my history...so here I am..grateful..I'm 77 now ..4 kids..retired but drive a schoolbus..and get to play lots n lots of hockey for last 17 yrs. I hope you enjoy reading...but this is a true story all started Riverbend Dairy Farm...George Gobert senior....many thanks Arend - Posted by: Arend Terae (A farm hand at the Riverbend Dairy farmt) on: Jan 07, 2025

• It has been many years (mid-70's)and a lotta miles since i was a regular at your farm and property, and most of that was spent racing MX around the track that Mr. Gobert (out of respect, i don't think any of us even knew his first name) carved out in the back. But in all those years and all those miles i remember him and all of you well and fondly, and you have all my condolences in his loss now. There should be a lot more people like "Mr. Gobert" in this world, and i will remember him always. - Posted by: LJ Brock (Acquaintance) on: Dec 11, 2012

• Hi Lil. We were so sorry to hear about George's passing. It does not seem long ago that we saw you. He will be missed at the "Fly-ins". Take care. God bless, Lily & Bob Wiebe - Posted by: Lily Wiebe (Friend) on: Dec 07, 2012

• On behalf of the St. Vital Historical Society, I express regret at the passing of a St. Vital pioneer, and friend. All the best to the family. - Posted by: Bob Holliday (Friend) on: Nov 30, 2012

• George always had a soft heart for this fellow redhead. I will miss his opinions, his earnest interest in everything that was going on in my life, his quick wit and his tenderness and laughter. Those Flying Farmer connections run long and deep and through Flying Farmers, George and Lil became a part of my supportive family. When I moved away from home to attend Brandon University and was terribly homesick, Lil and George took me into their home, would pick me up at the bus depot and welcomed me as if I was their own. That was many many years ago and that friendship has lasted all these years. My sincerest condolences to Lil, Al, Ted, Warren and April and your families. Love Cathy - Posted by: Cathy Horbas (nee Houston) (friend) on: Nov 27, 2012

• Saddened to hear of George's passing. Always enjoyed talking to George. Very knowledgeable on many topics. He had a very pleasing personality. Will be sorely missed at our Fly ins. Lil. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. - Posted by: vic dyck (fellow pilot) on: Nov 27, 2012

• I achieved my pilot licence in 1957 and first met Geo and his J 3 Cub at Lyncrest Airport in 1958, and subsequently kept my various float planes on the Red River behind Geo and Lil's home for many years. "Great people" and good friends. May God Be With You All. Mel Hurdle - Posted by: Mel Hurdle (Flying Friend) on: Nov 25, 2012

• Daniel and Trui and Annette are very sorry about the passing away of George. Last september 29 I still sat beside him for supper at Maxim's in Winnipeg, together with Annette, Willy and Phyllis. We just came home today, so the late answer. - Posted by: Daniel Malengier (family of family) on: Nov 15, 2012

• So sorry for your loss to the Gobert Family especially to Willie & Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Larry & Yvonne Trudeau (brother & sister-in-law to Willie Gobert) on: Nov 15, 2012

• Our sincere condolences of your great loss. - Posted by: Francie Kiesman/Bruce Caravan (friend) on: Nov 15, 2012

• So many good memories growing up next to the dairy farm and air field! Thinking of the whole family today. With Love - Posted by: Pati-Ann & David Lawe and Eldon & Pat Marchyshyn (Neighbours) on: Nov 14, 2012

• Deeply saddened to hear of Georges's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. It was an honour and a privalage to have known George. Jason Lotz and Family - Posted by: JASON LOTZ (FRIEND OF THE FAMILIES) on: Nov 14, 2012

• Dear Mrs. Gobert, April, Warren, Ted and Alan, I was saddened to hear of Mr. Gobert's passing, my thoughts are with you all during this difficult time...Cherish the wonderful memories as they last a lifetime. Hugs to you all! - Posted by: Annette Giguere ((grew up in the area)) on: Nov 14, 2012

• I am saddened to hear the passing away of George. I will miss him. My condolences to the family. Jim Armstrong email can2axj1@gmail.com - Posted by: Jim Armstrong (neighbour and friend ) on: Nov 14, 2012

• Heard about George's departure while down south, I was hoping for a final briefing, however such are opportunities lost I enjoyed his council in my younger years as a pilot, and later as an investigator, welcomed his insights to some of the challenges I faced in my line of work. George will be missed by the community, and by my wife and I especially Bon Voyage George,.. Keep the Blue side up - Posted by: Ross Peden (Friend) on: Nov 13, 2012

• While our families have not known each other very well, we are saddened at the passing of George. We pray that the family's fond memories of his robust years will soon displace today's sadness at the end of his life. Best regards to all our extended Gobert family, Wilf & Marg Gobert, Calgary, AB - Posted by: Wilfred (Wilf) Gobert (1st cousins) on: Nov 13, 2012

• There are people in our life that we can't remember not being part of our family life. Goberts are one of those families. As long as I can remember my dad and George have been exchanging Sunday morning phone calls. Long before caller ID, us kids would just yell "Dad, it's George.", when the phone rang before it was even answered. We would kid them about being just like 2 old ladies as they could talk at length about what they saw at a farm sale or what they were spraying or who knows what. George's passing made me sad. He was a fun guy to be around. Mark and I would like to pass on our thoughts and prayers to Lil, and all rest of the family. Maybe he is buzzing (like all good Flying Farmers) that big heavenly house now. God be with you. - Posted by: Donna (Kraft) Berge (Family friend) on: Nov 13, 2012

• Lil & family - Very sad to hear of George's passing. What a wonderful, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. I will miss him but he lives on in our hearts. - Posted by: Heather Henry (Niece ) on: Nov 13, 2012

• I believe I met your father years ago, when visiting Aunt Edith in Winnipeg. My dad was Adelson Gobert who passed on in September 1949 at the same time John was born in Blenheim, Ontario. Wilf has probably given you the family tree by now or you may have it from Helen Frost. My deepest sympathy to all the family. - Posted by: Irene Jeannettte Gobert ( Nee Neuts) (First Cousin) on: Nov 13, 2012

• Our dear Mrs. Lil Gobert and Family, we were terribly saddened to receive the news of George's passing. We have lost a very dear friend and will always miss him. Please accept our condolences as our prayers and thoughts go out to you at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Nat and Christina Okwumabua (Friends) on: Nov 13, 2012

• Dear Aunty Lil and to the rest of the family, we are thinking of you all. So sorry about Uncle George. Our Condolences. Spiros and Janice Kavvadas - Posted by: Spiros and Janice Kavvadas () on: Nov 13, 2012

• Lil and Family, So terribly sorry to hear about George. You people were so great to us when we moved to Winnipeg as a young couple. We spent a lot of times enjoying your hospitality then and in the years since. George was a special person to us and John thought of him as a second Dad. We will miss him dearly. Know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. - Posted by: John & Dawn Scruten (Friends from Saskatchewan) on: Nov 13, 2012

• Warren, Very Sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and the rest of the Gobert family. As children we used to ride our bikes to the river and go fishing at the foot of your farm. Mostly to watch your dad fly by. Very fond memories! - Posted by: Ronald DeBattista (Warren's Friend) on: Nov 12, 2012

• Dear Lil & family, We were saddened to read in the Free Press that George has passed away. Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this very sad time in your lives. Sincerely, Jamie & Marianne Langford, Russell, Mb. - Posted by: Jamie & Marianne Langford (Friends) on: Nov 12, 2012

• Sorry to hear of George's passing. Always enjoyed the fun times flying to meet you somewhere. We will meet again up in the sky in Glory. Love & Prayers - Posted by: Larry & Marilyn Buhler (Friends) on: Nov 12, 2012

• We were fortunate to visit with George and Lil 2 years ago when we visited Vi and Shorty. George lived a full and vibrant life. We were fortunate to know him. May his memory live on here on earth as he goes to meet his maker. God Bless Lil and children. - Posted by: Lou and Connie Fontaine ( Shorty and Vi Pelletier, USA cousins) () on: Nov 12, 2012

• I first met George in 1972 when he bought his first spray plane. I did work on his aircraft off and on for quite a few years. George had a friendly face with a genuine smile and personality to match. The measure of a man while he's on the green side is directly proportional to how people feel about you when they hear that you've left us. Take care and see you on the other side Buddy. - Posted by: Hartley Dueck (Friend) on: Nov 12, 2012

• Sad to here about George's passing. All our condolences to the family. - Posted by: Claude Giguere (Friend) on: Nov 12, 2012

• To Mrs.Gobert, April, Warren, Ted and Alan; So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have so many found childhood memories of being at the farm. Mr. Gobert was a very special man, so kind and gentle. He will be missed by all those who had the priviledge of knowing him! - Posted by: Tracey and Bill Peltz (Friend) on: Nov 12, 2012

• Dear Lil, I was sadden to hear the news of George's passing. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family at this most difficult time. I have only known you and George for a short time but was amazed at the zest for life and the sense of humor that you both had it made my stay in the hospital better. Sending hugs and prayers. Michelle - Posted by: Michelle Moore (Friend ) on: Nov 12, 2012

• I have many childhood memories of driving past the Gobert's farm and being impressed by the big barn and totally fascinated with the airfield next door. We bought milk there as well a number of times. It's been sad to see the farmland of south St. Vital disappear and sadder to read of the passing of those who worked that land and gave so much of themselves to provide for and improve the life of the community. R.I.P. Mr. Gobert and condolences to his family on their personal loss. - Posted by: Gloria Lasko (Farm family neighbour down St. Mary's Road.) on: Nov 12, 2012

• Always enjoyed his company. Good pilot as well. Knew he had medical issues, nevertheless shocked! Love!!! Neil. - Posted by: Neil Stoesz (Friend) on: Nov 12, 2012

• So very sorry to learn of George's passing. We were so glad to see Lil and George at Dad and Arlie's auction this summer...our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this sad time... - Posted by: Jack and Pat Gibson (second cousins) on: Nov 12, 2012

• Very sad to hear this news today on Remembrance day. Our thoughts go out to the entire family. - Posted by: Dave Shamess and Linny (Friend of Warren) on: Nov 11, 2012

• Dear Lil, Allan, Ted, April & Warren, & Grandchildren, It is with great sadness that we learned that George had passed away. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. May the wonderful memories of a lifetime together help to comfort and sustain you through the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. - Posted by: Jim and Geri Sinclair (cousin) on: Nov 11, 2012

• To Lil, Warren and Family, It was great sadness that we learned of Georges's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. A good man lost, but not a good man forgotten. Take care of each other during this difficult time. Kevin, Barb and Family - Posted by: Kevin and Barbara Deslauriers (Family Friends) on: Nov 10, 2012

• TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT UNCLE GEORGE. OUR CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOU TAKE CARE. ALICE AND ROGER BOONE - Posted by: ALICE BOONE (FRIEND) on: Nov 10, 2012