LILLIAN GRACE UNA GIBSON (HOLM)

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

• I am presently going through boxes of my fathers after his passing earlier this year. In an envelope were a series of cards, some tagged "from an original watercolor by Lil Gibson", others not but the name Lil Gibson appears on them. The last one I opened had a hand written note inside the card from Lil and Gibb offering condolences to my Dad and us children on the passing of my mother Margaret Stamp (Haas). While it has been 64 years since I left Gimli, I still have vivid memories of this town it seems in reading this note that those memories seem to transcend time for those who were lucky enough to have lived there. Condolences to the family and thank you for the memory. - Posted by: Norman Stamp (Son of Someone who knew her) on: Nov 10, 2024

• My condolences to Lil's family. My connection with Lil was at Brushworks art exhibit at St Paul's church. We admired each other's work and remember discussing with her the difficulty of knowing how to price our paintings. Fond memories. - Posted by: Tom Jones (Friend in art) on: Aug 25, 2023

• Lil and Vince were long time friends of our family. Mom and dad sure appreciated their friendship. Dad often sought out the refuge of their company when police work and other things in his life became overbearing. Lil always had an open door. I knew I could pop in pretty much any time myself. So kind. So warm. I used to deliver phone books with Mrs Gibson and always liked the extra cash in my pocket when I was younger. Vince and Lil offered their cabin to my family for a few days and boy was that ever nice! An empty place will now be in my heart until I meet them both in heaven. Take care, Ingrid, Lorna and Wes. You are loved. Dory Cameron (aka Dorothy Schmidt). - Posted by: Dorothy Schmidt (Friend) on: Feb 04, 2023

• It is with great sadness that I discovered this obituary. My deepest condolences to Lorna, Wes, Ingrid and families. Lil was a wonderful and valued part of my early years and is central to the best of my memories growing up. Always with a smile and a core kindness, we remember the many years of her coaching, organizing, travelling with teams and delivering phone books. I only learned years later how accomplished she became as an artist. Lil was truly a lady of may talents. Her example of being a solid person will always be with me. I feel you now can be together with Gibby again, and the heavens will be the richer with your spirit. Love you and hope you can see from above how valued you are to so many. Many thanks, and again, my deepest condolences to all the family. With love, Pat Biglow-Lecomte - Posted by: Pat Biglow-Lecomte (Friend) on: Jan 02, 2023

• My sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. She was a presence in my life, through her friendship with my mom, for most of my life. She will personally be remembered as my girl guide leader but also for always sharing a kind word and hopeful thought through her letters and her beautiful paintings. The world is a better place for having had a spirit like Lil in it. - Posted by: Angela Heck (Friend) on: Dec 27, 2022

• Very sorry to hear if Lil's passing. She was always such a wonderful life force and she lived it well. Always smiling and giving so much of herself to others. - Posted by: David/Kim Clayton (Friend) on: Dec 14, 2022

• I had the honour of knowing Lil through my mom. She and my mom were lifelong friends. It is so nice to think they are reunited and able to see each other again. I will always remember Lillian’s beautiful smile and her kind soul. I will also think of her often as I too enjoy her artwork that I am fortunate enough to possess. Condolences to Ingrid and all of Lil’s family. May all your wonderful memories help ease your loss. ♥️♥️♥️ - Posted by: Sandra Gowler (Friend) on: Dec 14, 2022

• She was my mentor! She taught me so much from my teen years and up. I will be forever grateful to her and Gib how they treated me. Beautiful people who loved life and people. Please let me know when her celebration of life would be as I would love to be there. - Posted by: Irene Friesen (Long time friend) on: Dec 12, 2022

• Lil and I met years ago when playing baseball and years later we met again from across the street corner at Spruce Bay. We had many fun times with our families enjoying fishing, auction sales, movies at Gimli Theatre , Thanksgiving dinners, birthdays, bonfires, art shows, and family events, together. She was a very caring, thoughtful and kind dear friend, who was always there for us when we needed a lift or a delicious treat from her heart. She was a wonderful person, with a great smile and she was always lots of fun. She was a gem. We recently received many beautiful art cards that she created and will look forward to sending them to others to share the beauty. We miss her very much but know she is at peace and reunited with Gibby. - Posted by: Jean Franz, Donna and Frank, Kelly and Dennis. (Friends across from Gibby's Corner) on: Dec 11, 2022

• So sorry to read this. I have one of Lil's remarkable paintings hanging in my home. I think of her and the fantastic trip we shared in Italy a few years ago. I got to know her and her hubby Gib on this trip. I will never forget this. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Pat Purdy (friend) on: Dec 11, 2022

• Sorry to hear what happened. We were friends for many years with Lillian & Gibb. Condolences to the family from the Franz family, Mac, Kelly & Dennis, Donna & Frank, Bob & Brenda. - Posted by: Mac Franz (Friend) on: Dec 10, 2022

• My sincere condolences to all Lil loved. I have fond memories of getting to know her through Brushworks Art Show at St. Pauls. I will cherish the many pieces I have purchased over the years. Lil was truly a very special woman💞 - Posted by: Cynthia Faulkner (Friend) on: Dec 10, 2022

• Lil Gibson was one of a kind. She was one of the sweetest ladies we ever knew. She always had an open door, a story to tell and food to share. Her spirit will live on in her art pieces which we have several. We will miss seeing you at Gibby's corner and her art shows. Rest In Peace Lil and say hi to Gib for us. ❤️ - Posted by: Brenda & Bob Franz (Friend of family) on: Dec 10, 2022

• Sending hugs and strength to you all. I remember your Mom's smiling welcome whenever I saw her - a beautiful soul that will stay with you in your memories as time softens this loss. - Posted by: Kathy Scott Suderman (Friend of Lorna and Ingrid) on: Dec 10, 2022

• Coach Lil was a huge part of my younger years. She was a wonderful mentor and person. The world was a better place because she was in it. Heaven has a wonderful angel - Posted by: Wendy Fawcett (Post) (Friend ) on: Dec 10, 2022

• My deepest condolences Ingrid, Wes, Lorna and families on the passing of your mom Lil 💐💔 I am deeply honoured to have had Lil in my life as a Ringette “daughter” 💕 Lil you have touched so many people in your life and you will be missed terribly. I will never forget you, my heart is broken 💔 but you are at peace now with Gibby at your side once again. The heavens have gained a beautiful Angel 👼 and you are now dancing in the sky. Love you & miss you 💕 - Posted by: Lynne Johnston (Friend ) on: Dec 10, 2022