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DAVID BIBBY
David Bibby passed away peacefully, after a battle with cancer, at the age of 85 on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Grace Hospice, surrounded by family.
David was born on June 30,1940, to Annie Thornton and later adopted by James Bibby, in Warrington, Cheshire, England. He was the first of 6 children: George, Hilda, Alan, June (Audrey) and John.
He is survived by his loving wife, Gloria, and predeceased by his first wife Christine, brother George and stepson Jay. He leaves to mourn his children Peter (Evelyn) and Gaynor Bibby, Laurie (George), Jennifer (Dave), Vanessa, and 8 grandchildren. He also leaves behind many friends and family in Canada and the U.K.
The family sincerely thanks the Grace Hospice for the compassionate care and friends and family who supported him over the past few months.
Service to take place on November 20, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. John, 135 Anderson Ave.
The service will also be live streamed.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 15, 2025
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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It is with sadness and a deep sense of loss that I learn of David’s passing. I offer sincere condolences to Gloria, and to all the family. I came to know David through our mutual Welsh heritage. David was proud of his Welsh heritage , and celebrated it by his membership in the Welsh Society of Manitoba.He participated enthusiastically in the activities of the Society,accompanied by an equally enthusiastic Gloria. Over the years, David served on the Society’s Executive, and sang with the St David’s Singers (the Society’s choir). He faithfully attended the annual March 1st celebration for Dewi Sant (St David, patron saint of Wales), with Gloria (often outfitted in traditional Welsh costume). More often than not, David was one of the solo performers at that function, adding his own unique touch to the featured song or poem. David’s autobiography (2011) “Bibby’s Journey. Sorrow to Happiness and Tragedy to Triumph” demonstrates how David overcame so many life challenges to become the fine ,generous,multi-talented yet humble human being that we came to know and appreciate. We are the richer for having known him, but the poorer for this loss. - Posted by: Carol Sharp (Friend) on: Nov 18, 2025
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my condolences to Gloria and family. David was a great friend and true gentleman. David we enjoyed your book and friendship through the years. May you Rest in Peace Until we see again. Formela Family. - Posted by: Leon Formela (Friend) on: Nov 15, 2025
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David was a true gentleman, intelligent and well spoken, always very polite and welcoming. We will miss our interactions with him and just plain miss him as a treasured member of our family. God bless you, David on your way to our Lord in Heaven. Sincere sympathy to Gloria, David’s son Peter and his daughter Gaynor. Also sympathy to Gloria’s children and to all extended families. - Posted by: Kathy & Bill Fecio (Cousins) on: Nov 15, 2025
