GILLES ALFRED ROBERT

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GILLES ALFRED ROBERT July 15, 1942 - February 2, 2005 Paisiblement le 2 fevrier 2005 au Centre medico DeSalaberry a St-Pierre-Jolys, Gilles s'eteignait dans un repos eternel a l'age de 62 ans. Gilles laisse a sa douce memoire son epouse bien-aimee de 39 ans, Hilda (nee Connelly), ses enfants Charles (Debi), Renee, et Roger, ainsi que ces petits-enfants Ashley, Andre, Avery et Austin. Il laisse dans le deuil ses soeurs Gisele Marion (Poke Prins), Monique Robert, et Bernard Robert, et plusieurs belles-soeurs, beaux-freres, nieces, neveux, et amis. Gilles fut precede par son pere Albini et sa mere Clarinda. On Wednesday, February 2, 2005, Gilles passed away peacefully at the DeSalaberry and District Health Centre in St. Pierre-Jolys, MB at the age of 62. Gilles will be fondly remembered by his beloved wife of 39 years, Hilda (nee Connelly) and their three children, Charles (Debi), Renee and Roger and grandchildren, Ashley, Andre, Avery and Austin, who held a special place in his heart. Gilles will also be remembered by his two sisters, Gisele Marion (Poke Prins) of Lac du Bonnet, MB, Monique Robert of Burnaby, BC and brother Bernard Robert of Keswick, ON; as well as many relatives and friends. Gilles was predeceased by his parents, Albini and Clarinda Robert. Next to family, farming was Dad's life and passion. Prior to meeting Mom, he farmed alongside his parents in Aubigny, MB. In 1969, Dad and Mom made St. Malo their home where they first ran a dairy operation, and then switched to a grain and oilseed operation. For several years, Dad also ran Robert's A.I. Service serving local dairy and beef producers. Dad had a deep respect for the animals he cared for and for the land he cultivated every year. At spring seeding, he was eager to get onto the land, and remained eternally optimistic for a successful harvest. In his retirement years, he was in his glory driving the combine helping his son during harvest. Family was a priority for Dad. Moments surrounded by family, friends and good food were reflected in his smile and laughter. He valued family gatherings and Sunday night dinners surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He delighted in hearing stories of his grandchildren and their mischievous antics. He enjoyed a good game of crib and had a standing appointment at the card table at the Chalet Malouin. The family would like to thank Dr. R. Strank, the medical staff, home care services of the DeSalaberry Health Centre and Chalet Malouin for their many years of care. In accordance with his wishes, Gilles has been cremated. Funeral mass will be celebrated at the St. Malo Roman Catholic Church in St. Malo, MB on Monday, February 7 at 11:00 a.m. Prayer service will begin at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gilles' memory to a charity of one's choice. LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements. 775-2220.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 05, 2005