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GILBERT E. BLAIS
Born: May 03, 1925
Date of Passing: Oct 29, 2002
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GILBERT E. BLAIS May 3, 1925 - October 29, 2002 At peace and with dignity, Gilbert E. Blais, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at the Riverview Health Care Centre in Winnipeg. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife Patricia; sons, Marshall (Verna) and Lee; his grandchildren, Rolande (Jamie) and Marshall; sister-in-law Barbara (Herb) brother Norman (Florence) as well as numerous nephews and nieces. Gil was predeceased by his parents. Gilbert and Mary Blais. Gil worked for the CN Railway as a train man/conductor for 39 years before retiring in 1980. He remained active in retirement at the United Transportation Union Seniors Association as past president and co-chair. He enjoyed spending time at his cabin at Sandy Hook during the summer months. At Gils request, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 109-675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. Arrangements in care of: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 31, 2002