Suddenly at home on Saturday, February 19, 2022 of RR 2 Dublin, at the age of 76. Gilbert was born in Lichtervelde, Belgium and was the loving husband of Ricki (Willems) Vansteelandt for over 51 years; Proud father of Tanya and Kevin Quipp, and Karen and Michael Buckley; Adored Poppa of Colton, Lucas, Ella, and Sophie; Dear brother and brother-in-law of Frank and Dorothy Vansteelandt, Ron Hyde, Peter and Elsie Willems, Anne and Maro VanRooy, Gerda and Cor VandenHoven, Maria (John) Vogels, and Jo Skoblenick. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents George and Andrea Vansteelandt, John and Marie Willems, sister Christine Hyde, brothers-in-law Achiel Goosens, John Willems Jr., and Steve Skoblenick.
Gilbert took pride in the homestead he built in Hibbert township from the ground up and the land he farmed to provide for his family. His farm was an integral part of who he was as a person. Each day he spent time outside in his shed, in a field or in the bush cutting wood. He enjoyed meeting farmers from around the world on his vacations with Ricki and learning about their farming practices. Gilbert was kind and confident, which led him to be on the boards of the Tuckersmith Communications Corporation and the Ontario Bean Board for many years. He had a great sense of humour, loved his community, was a hard worker and enjoyed talking with farmers, which is why working for Agricorp was the perfect fit.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, SEAFORTH on Monday, February 28th from 2 – 4 PM.
Gilbert’s Funeral Mass will be held at St. James Catholic Church 22 Victoria Street, Seaforth on Tuesday, March 1st at 11 AM with Father Philip Joseph presiding. Interment will be held in the spring at St. James Catholic Cemetery, Seaforth.
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Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Canada would be appreciated by the family. 
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Jeremy Neilands
Dear Ricki, Tanya and Karen.
I know Gilbert was a gentle family man with a strong work ethic and I really admired him for these traits.
God bless you and your family.
Sincerely
Jeremy
Geraldine Wilson
I wish to extend my prayers and sympathy to all the family.
Geraldine Wilson
Kurt and Brenda Krohn
Such sad news. We remember meeting Gilbert and Rikki on our select tour to South America and enjoying the conversations.Cherish the wonderful memories.
Sincerely,
Kurt and Brenda Krohn
Tom and Loretta Needham
We just wanted to tell you how surprised and saddened we were to hear of the passing of Gilbert. Our hearts go out to you, Rikki and your family. We are thinking of you.
Ann Preszcator
Dear Ricki and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Stephen and Clare Smith
Dear Ricki,
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s death. Our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Melanie Brooks
Ricki, Karen, Tanya and families,
Words cannot express how very sorry I am for your loss. The world has loss a wonderful man. I have many fond memories at your home when I was growing up. Gilbert was a special person in my childhood who I remember was always very friendly and loved to joke around. I remember one time Karen and I had built a snow fort and he came by and popped over the top of it giving us a scare and a laugh! As I look through all the beautiful pictures that have been shared I hope these fond memories continue to surround and comfort you in the coming days and months.
Melanie Brooks
Michelle (Etue) Phipps
Dear Ricki, Karen, Tanya & Family
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. Hopefully in time, warm memories will help ease that awful hurt.
We are all thinking of you at this sad time.
Michelle (Etue) and Josh Phipps
Jodie & Tim Glasier
Karen, Tanya, Ricki and family,
We were very shocked and so sad to hear about Gilbert’s sudden passing. Please know we are thinking of you all during this very difficult time. We hope the wonderful times together and memories you have with him will help to bring you some comfort. We love you very much. Xo Jodie & Tim Glasier
angela maclean
Ricki and Family,
Sending our deepest sympathy for your great loss.
Angela and Bill MacLean
Ivan DeJong
We offer our condolences to Frank and Dorothy, and the entire family. You are in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Brenda and Ivan DeJong
Sharon Murray
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Keith & Gloria Wilbee
To Rikki and Family so sad to hear about Gilbert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We enjoyed Gilbert’s jokes when he came with our Crop Insurance. Very kind man looked forward to his visits.
Nicole Schwarz
Tanya, Karen, Ricki and family
We are very sorry to hear about your dad. You are all in our thoughts as you celebrate his life, accomplishments, and the life and memories he gave each of you.
Rob & Kim Dearing
Our sincere condolences in the passing of Gilbert. He was a very active member and supporter of the community. He always had time for a chat and a smile on his face. He will be missed by many.
Rob and Kim Dearing and family.
Bill & Barb Vosper
Dear Rikki, T, Karen and families, we are so sorry for loss, we are blessed to have known Gilbert, he was such a character, he made us laugh with his dry humour, his love for his family was shown every time we would chat with him, our hearts are with you
Jeff Visser
Rikki and family,
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband, father, grandfather Gilbert. We will keep you in our prayers.
Rose and Joe Visser and family
Janet and Jim Papple
Ricki and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Gilbert will be missed by many. Enjoyed your pictures of him and your family. Janet and Jim
Crista Kundu
Dear Aunt Rick and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and are thinking of you during this difficult time. Uncle Gilbert was always friendly and smiling. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Love Crista and family
Rob and Sue Nigh
Sorry to hear about Gilbert’s passing . Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Paul Hurst
Sorry to learn and hear of the sudden passing of Gilbert. He will be missed.
Gilbert brought his ag knowledge & experience to Agricorp in a very professional manner. He was well respected by his fellow co-workers & the many customers he provided service to. With over 25+ years in his role he witnessed many changes to not only the cropping techniques but also the general changes of farming overall.
It was always a pleasure to hear his input – opinion – and solutions to how to complete the work.
Paul Hurst Regional Services, Agricorp
Jo-Anne McCarthy
Dear Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families.
Sending you love and prayers during this very difficult time.
Our sincerest sympathy,
Jo and Derek
Jill Dunk
My Deepest Sympathy to Ricki and Family at this sad time
I have worked with Gilbert at Agricorp. Always a happy guy and loved to talk about his family, trips and farming
He will be missed and remembered by all that knew him
My Sincere Sympathy Jill Dunk
john and marg van nes
To the Vansteelandt Family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of Gilbert , He was a kind and fair gentleman . He will be missed.
Pat and Pauline Devereaux
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Hold on to the wonderful memories
Sharon Vogels
Ricki, Tanya, Karen & families,
We’ve been thinking of you all since we learned of Gilbert’s passing. Whether our paths have crossed due to crop insurance or just as neighbours, Gilbert was always a very kind person. We will miss him.
Jason, Sharon, Jeremy & Colin Vogels
Devereaux
Dear Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Gilbert.
Eleanor & Joan
Pat and Mary Marg. O'Reilly
Ricki, Tanya, Karen, & families.
We are very sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. We always enjoyed chatting with Gilbert and he was always good for a laugh. Great guy to have in the neighbourhood and the community will miss him. So sorry for your loss.
Pat and Mary Marg. O’Reilly
Ben & Arlene van den Akker
Dear Rikki and family,
We were so very sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. Gilbert and I (Ben) had many interesting conversations when he came to visit me to pick up his cheque. He always had a joke to tell that made us laugh. Gilbert was a great man and will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ben and Arlene van den Akker
Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly
Ricki, Tanya, Karen, & families. We were very sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. We always enjoyed chatting with Gilbert any time we were around him. Treasure the great memories that he left! Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly
rick Diehl
So sorry for the loss of Gilbert our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We knew Gilbert from the crop insurance he was always a wonderful person to chat with while doing the paperwork. Always a happy guy, he will be missed greatly by all who knew him. Rip my friend
yours friends
Rick and Lorrie Diehl
Merv and Sherry QUIPP
Gilbert could always spot someone across the live auction scene and would always make his way over to have a great chat! He will be missed by many!
Catherine Ryan
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Gilbert.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom and Catherine Ryan
Marian
Our deepest sympathy to everyone in the family on the sudden passing of Gilbert.
John and Marian Van Dooren
Mary Verberne
Our sincere condolences at this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers.
Richard and Mary Verberne
Tony & Judy Hutchings
Omgoodness Ricki……so sorry for you and your girls and their families
I was just thinking I haven’t checked Haskett Obituaries in a while and I saw this and my heart skipped a beat.
We have great memories of you guys during the time spent with TCC. We did have great times and many laughs. Especially when Gilbert would win a door prize and it was some kind of clothing that didn’t fit him.
Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you all. Hold your memories close, they will help see you through this sad time.
Leon & Bea Louwagie
Ricki , Tanya , Karen and Families ,
Our sincere condolences on the sudden passing of Gilbert . We had many good visits and laughs over the years when he came out as our crop insurance agent . A great guy to talk to and he certainly will be missed in our community . Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you .
Leon & Beatrice
John & Arlene Berendsen
Sorry to hear of your loss…Thinking of all of you at this time…John & Arlene Berendsen
Mary Diegel
Dear Ricki and family,
Our love, sympathy and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow and sadness .
Mat and Martha Claessens and family
Dan and Sandra McCarthy
Dear Ricki, Tanya and Karen
Sending our condolences to you all during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish your memories.
Dan and Sandra McCarthy and family
Colleen Appleby
Dear Ricki Tanya Karen and family My sincere condolences to you all Hold on to each other at this difficult time My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Floyd & Mary Johnston
Our sincere condolences.
Mary Renne
Ricki and family.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Gary & Ann Cronin
Dear Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
We were so sorry to hear to Gilbert’s sudden passing. He will be missed by many. Keeping you in our Thoughts and Prayers. Hugs.
Gerald and Anne Ryan
To all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be greatly missed.
Red and Monique Vantyghem
I’ll miss my good friend he is at peace now. We haven’t seen each other for the past few years due to Covid and missed his visits.
Our condolences to his Family and friends.
You will be missed my friend!!!
Pat Coyne
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Pat & Cheryl
Jack &Valerie Lange
Ricki and Family, So sorry to hear about the passing of Gilbert. He was hard worker a great person who always had time to talk. Our deepest sympathy.
Jack &Valerie Lange
Marty & Krista (Wydeven) De Groot
Ricki, Tanya, Karen & Families –
We were shocked to hear of Gilbert’s passing and have been keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Gilbert will be remembered for his stories, laugh, and easy demeanor. He was great to work with at AgriCorp and we always enjoyed his visits.
Marty & Krista
Ken & Cindy Flanagan
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We have fond memories of Gilbert as our crop insurance agent and enjoyed his company at breakfasts after church. Cherish the memories
Fred & Sharon Mardlin
Ricki and family –
We are saddened to hear of Gilbert’s passing. We met him while attending conferences with telecommunications, and found Gilbert to be a friendly man. He loved chatting about farming and your family. Cherish your memories of all the good times you had together. We send our deepest condolences to the entire family.
Kevin and Kim Murray
Ricki and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Gilbert. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time.
Bill and Dianne Beuerman
We are so sorry for your loss. Gilbert had a very big personality that will be remembered for a long time.
Sincerely
Erica Murray
My condolences on the passing of Gilbert.
Allan & Karen Csrter
Rikki and Family
Sending our deepest sympathies to you at Gilbert’s passing. His smile will be remembered!
Allan and Karen
Patrick & Maryann Feeney
Rikki, Tanya and Karen and families. We are so sorry to hear about Gilbert’s sudden passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
John & MichelleWilson
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have many fond memories of farming together with Gilbert over the years.
Sincerely,
John and Michelle and Ryan and Jason Wilson and Family
Jim & Marg Van Bakel
Ricki + Family:
Sincere sympathy to you and your families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Jim & Marg Van Bakel
Julia McIntyre
So sorry for your loss Tanya. Thinking of you and your family. Cherish all the memories you have.
Cathy & Martin Vanrooy
Dear Rikki, VanSteelandt & Willems families:
Deepest sympathy on the loss of Gilbert. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Kelly Baker(Lafontaine)
For Tanya,
My condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time. Thinking of you .
Sherry McCann
Tanya Kevin Colton and Lucas,
So sorry to hear of your dads passing Tanya.
I always enjoyed chatting with him at Libro.
I know that all your family memories will eventually help ease the pain of his loss.
Thinking of you,
Sherry and Rod McCann
Sharon Wolff
Ricki, Tanya, Kevin, Colton, and Lucas, and all the family, you have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Maureen Flanagan
Dear Ricki, Tanya & Kevin, Karen & Michael & Grandchildren.
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Gilbert. Sending much love & prayers.
Julie Emond
My condolences on the passing of Gilbert he was our crop insurance contact and adjuster and have dealt with him in a pleasant way for years.
He was a kind man.
Amy Stranage
Hello,
My name is Amy Strange, and I worked with Gilbert at Agricorp many years ago. I have only fond memories of Gilbert. He was always so pleasant to speak with. I’m very sorry for your loss. My condolences, and know that Gilbert spread joy to all he know. We will all remember him.
Doug & Sharon Wolfe
Ricki and Families,
Our Caring Sympathy for the sudden loss of Gilbert. Wish all of you Peace and Comfort in the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss.
Rudy Jansen
Sincere Sympathies to Ricki Tanya Karen and all the families , A very sad loss for all the family with Gilberts sudden passing . all of you are in our prayers Rudy Mary
Shannon Stewart
Thinking of you Ricki, Tanya, Karen and family. I will always remember Gilbert and a kind man who was always so welcoming. My deepest sympathies.
Jeff & Laurie Fuller
Tanya, Kevin & Family
We are so sorry for your loss.
Your father will be missed but will never be forgotten.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bruce and Colleen Steinbach
My condolences to Gilbert’s family. Only talk to him a week or two ago went he stopped in at work.
Dené Coobmbs
Dearest Rikki,
My heartfelt condolences to you and my prayers are lifted for you at this time for comfort.
Sincerely with Sympathy,
Jo Van Loon
Dear Ricki, Tanya and Karen and families. Already missing a life long friend. So many laughs and good times. He would have been so proud to see how loved and respected he was by all. Cherish the memories!
Jo and Cinth
Nicole
I am so sorry for your loss Tanya!
Your dad was always such a great friendly man when I would see him in the branch. Sending you and your family much love and strength during this time of sadness.
John & Nicole Bax
Julie Gerardi
Uncle Gilbert will be missed so much by so many people. Thinking of all of you during this sad time. ❤ Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Walter
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
So very sorry to learn of Gilbert’s sudden passing. He was a great community man always with a big smile on his face. He was well respected in his various endeavours from being on the bean board, working for Agricorp, to assisting with many of the community events held over the years. You have our sincere condolences.
Walter and Sandra McKenzie
Bill & Connie Devereaux
Our deepest prayers and sympathy are with you at this sad time.
Kim & Doug Ahrens
Rikki Tanya and Karen and families. Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Gilbert. He was a great man , always enjoyed visiting with him . Hold onto your many memories. Doug and Kim Ahrens
Jackie Le
My deepest condolences. Gilbert was a very nice man to talk to, and he will be missed dearly by everyone who knew him.
Rick and Erma Gras
Ricki & family
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing.
I have many wonderful memories of our interaction while working together at Agricorp.
Please accept our sympathy, thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Deb Strachan
Tanya and Kevin,
Just read of your dads passing Tanya and wanted to send off my sincere sympathy. I know exactly how it feels to loose your dad suddenly. You certainly will not feel this now but it is easier to know that he did not have to suffer with all of the other painful ways of passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. They are never too far away, see the memories alive and share you’re stories with everyone.
Beth Van Doornik
Dear Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families
We are sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. He will certainly be missed in the neighbourhood. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Sincerely
Harold & Beth Van Doornik
Dorothy Medd + Russ Jackson
Ricki + Family:
Sincere sympathy to you and your families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Sending hugs to everyone,
Dorothy + Russ
Colby, Kelly, Kylie and Reese Kipfer
Tanya, Kevin,Colton and Lucas. We are thinking of you all! Sending you all our love in the coming days.
A & D Veens
Our sincerest sympathy to the Van Steeland family.
Alex and Dymphie Veens.
Diane Elston
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Gilberts passing. I have wonderful memories of great visits with you all when we were neighbors. Gilbert was a kind, caring man who was so proud of his family and was a big part of the community he made his home in. He will be missed by everyone who knew him, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Elston and family
Melody Zapanta
My deepest condolences. I am sorry to hear about Gilbert’s passing. I had the privileged to work with him at Agricorp. He will be missed.
Bob&Carolyn Harris
Gilbert always had a smile on his face and always made you feel better after his chats with him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family. Cherish the memories.
Bob&Carolyn Harris
Rea Van Dongen
Ricki and families,My deepest sympathy to you Ricki on the passing of Gilbert,treasure the memories
Kim Kuranyi
Ricki, Tanya and family. So sorry for your loss. Much love and prayers during this time for all of you. ❤️
Vansteelandt Agnes
Dear Ricki and family. Dorothy & Frank. My sincere sympathy to you all as you deal with the sudden loss of Gilbert.
Joanne Dorssers
Ricki My deepest Sympathy to you and your family with sudden sad passing of Gilbert.
Don and Maja Dodds
Sincere condolences to Gilbert’s family. We remember our “agricorp” visits with him @ our kitchen table.. good memories.
Keith and Bonnie McMillan
Ricki and Family, so sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. he was always larger than life and had a smile and a story to share. He was respected by many at his position with Crop Insurance and his fairness in dealing with his customers. He will be missed by family and friends. Unfortunately we never know how many days we have so all we can do is celebrate the time we had with him.
Henry and Wilma Wydeven
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families.
Our sincerest sympathies to you all.
We were saddened to hear of Gilbert’s passing. He was a fun guy full of stories and laughter. He will be dearly missed by many. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Marian and Steve VK
Tanya and family, We are so sorry for your sudden sad loss! Gilbert’s big friendly personality will be missed by many! You are in our thoughts and prayers
Becky Beuerman
Ricki and family – I am so shocked and saddened to read of Gilbert’s passing. My sympathies to all of you at this difficult time.
Bryan and Lynda Vincent
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families, we are so sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you. Gilbert was such a great, generous person. Always had time to talk about farming and the next trip. He will be missed so much!
Carolanne Doig
Ricki and family, Dorothy & Frank, and Gilberts many friends, my sincere sympathy to you all as you deal with the sudden loss of Gilbert.
Lois McLlwain
Dear Ricki & family
Extending our deepest sympathy to you Ricki & your family. Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Lois & Ken McLlwain
peter visser
Our Sympathy to you Ricki and your family . You are in our thoughts and prayers Peter and Seline Visser
Brad Murray
Tanya, Kevin, and families, Susan and I extend our sincere sympathies to you all on the passing of your dear father Gilbert. Brad and Susan Murray, Stratford, Ont.
Ulrike and Carl Pelkmans
Our deepest sympathy to you Ricki and family on the passing of Gilbert, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Rose and Piet Loomans
Ricki and family,
So sorry to hear of sudden passing of Gilbert. Although we haven’t seen you both in a long while, you were always familiar faces when we came home to visit and would see you at Sunday Mass.
Ulrike & Carl Pelkmans
Our deepest sympathy to you Ricki and family on the passing of Gilbert, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Walter J McIlwain & Anne Elliott
Rikki and family:
We wish to extend out deepest sympathy for the loss of Gilbert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Monica Bowden
My sincere condolences to you and your family Ricki on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather Gilbert. Although it has been years since we were your neighbours, I have not forgotten Gilbert and his kindness.
Melissa Wallace
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
I was so saddened to hear of Gilbert’s passing. He was a wonderful man who will be missed by so many. Thinking of you all.
Melissa Wallace and Steve Leonhardt
James and Joanne Ryan
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
Our prayers and sympathy go out to you. Through many many years, Gilbert was always there, whether it be to lend a hand, enjoying a supper out, or enjoying a hockey game. He was a true friend and gentleman in every aspect of life and will be greatly missed.
Jim and Joanne Ryan
Dottie. Smith
Dear Rikki and family I am so sorry to hear of Gilbert’s death. My heart goes out to the family. Having grown up with him in Delhi he was always cheerful and Gary and I had wonderful times with him and when he met you those times continued. My prayers are with you at this time. Dottie
Tino Breuer
Our sincerest sympathies to you and your family. It was a pleasure to work with Gilbert while with the Bean Board.
And through this get to know you and experience the Vansteelandt welcoming friendship and hospitality..
Condolences from Margrit and I
Cathy Walsh
Ricki and family….. My deepest condolences to all of you…… Gilbert was a great fun loving guy, and will be missed by so many people. ….. Cathy Walsh
Corrie LeRoy
Ricki I am so sorry for your loss!!! Praying for you and your family!!!
Katrina Wice and Darryl Powell
Ricki and family
We send our deepest sympathies to you all. Gilbert was a wonderful, kind and sweet man. He always had a smile on his face and had many stories to tell each and every time I saw him. May he Rest In Peace.
Catherine Melady
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families
Thinking of all of you at this sad and difficult time. My deepest sympathy, sending hugs and prayers.
Paul and JoAnne Matthews
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing .. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family.
Len and Audrey o’rourke
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families. Our sincerest sympathy in the sudden passing of Gilbert . What a shock for everyone. You have wonderful memories to help you through these difficult days ahead. Hugs
Allison and Jordan Fois
So very sorry for your loss Karen xo our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .
Marlene & Dave de Vries
Dear Riki and Families,
Our deepest sympathy. May the Peace that comes from the Memories of love comfort you all.
Marlene & Dave
Karen Cronin
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and family. Treasurer the memories and watch for the signs- single dimes and cardinals. He will be sending them when you least expect and when you need him the most. Lean on your family and friends. Gilbert was a well loved man and the community feels your loss.
Karen Cronin
Anne Melady
Rikki,
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s death. My condolences to you and your family. My sister sends her thoughts as well. She taught with your dgtr.
So sorry to hear of your loss.
John Kassies
Ricky. My condolences. It was a pleasure to travel with you guys.
John Kassies
Ricki, my condolences. It was a pleasure to travel with you guys.
Tanya Vanrooy
My deepest condolences to the whole family for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Blake
Ricki and family. So sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Heidi Palajsa
Dear Karen, I’m very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Xo Heidi Palajsa
Leanne Freitag
I’ll miss my annual reunion with Uncle Gilbert at the Southwest Ag Conference in Ridgetown once things start up again. Through the crowds of hundreds of moving people all day long, chance would have us find each other for a hug and a quick catch up. He was a big part of my childhood and is a part of many great memories from my youth. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
Don & Charlotte McKercher
So sorry to learn of your sudden loss — our sympathy to you and your family. We will cherish the memories of fun times spent over the years with you & Gilbert — he will be missed.
Reg Whyte
May your memories keep your hearts happy.
Regi and Bill
Roxanne Rees
My sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. Sending you my prayers and love.
Bob Malone
So sorry to hear of your loss Rikki and family.
Our deepest sympathies and condolences from our family to yours.
Gilbert’s smile will be greatly missed by many.
Anne Sharp
Dear Ricki and family,
Kerry, Rob and I were so saddened to hear of Gilbert’s sudden passing. He was such a great guy. I know how proud he was of his family and I can only imagine how hard it will be for you to say goodbye. Our thoughts are with you.
The Sharp family
Jeff and Michelle Van Loon
Dear Ricki, Tanya & Kevin, Colton and Lucas, Karen & Mike, Ella and Sophie,
Our hearts go out to you at this time of great loss. Gilbert was always ready to share a smile, a story and a laugh. He will be remembered for the proud farmer, husband and father/grandfather that he was. We wish all of you our sincere condolences for the loss of such a wonderful man.
Sincerely,
Jeff and Michelle Van Loon
Pat & Cathy Melady
Ricki, Tanya & Kevin & boys, Karen & Mike & girls, and all in Gilbert’s family-
The neighbourhood has forever changed! It won’t be the same without his friendly waves and drop-in visits. He was a great neighbour to work with. We will miss him.
Pat & Cathy, Brent & Shauna, Alex & Michelle, Shayna & James
Gordon & Irma pryce
Ricki and family; Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all. We will keep you in our prayers.
Gordon & Irma Pryce
arlene and scott thomson
Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.
Keith & Janet Patterson
Dear Ricki & Family
We were sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing
Hopefully in time, warm memories will help ease that awful hurt.
Our sincere Sympathy and prayers to all of the Vansteelandt Family.
Peter & Frances Kling
So very sorry Ricki.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Ken and Elaine DeCorte
Dear Ricki and Family:
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Gilbert. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time.
Mary & Jim Barnes
Dear Ricki and Families:
Deepest sympathy. Gilbert will be watching over all of you from afar.
Sincerely
Mary & Jim
Maureen and Merv Agar
Dear Rikki and family,
Gilbert always made you laugh and smile and was so much fun to talk to about farming and life in general. Lots of great memories to treasure. Our sincere sympathy to all family and friends.
Cathy Templeman
Thinking of you all. We are very sorry for your loss.
Cain and Cathy Templeman
Judy Jansen
Rikki, Tanya, Karen and Family – I was shocked to hear about Gilbert’s sudden passing. Gilbert was a friend to everyone and loved to talk about his girls, grandkids and the next adventure he was planning with Rikki. I will always remember our many Sunday lunches, our many visits at the farm. No words are going to help with the pain you are feeling right now but know you are surrounded with love. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Terry and Lois Anne Smith
Ricki and Family
Sending you all our deepest sympathies . Sorry for your loss. We sure had many laughs over the years at both restaurants.
Wayne and Deanna McBride
Dear Ricki and family.
Our deepest Sympathy.
Gilbert always had time for a story and some laughs.
He will be missed.
Wayne and Deanna McBride.
Lyndsey McSweeney
Karen, Mike, Ella and Sophie.
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences and prayers to all of you and your family.
Lyndsey and Ed McSweeney
John and Anne Middegaal
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s sudden passing. Remember the good times.
Elysia Vis
My deepest condolences to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love this Vis family. Jason, Elysia, Ava and Keira.
Anne Ball
So very sorry to hear this sad news, Ricki, Karen and Tanya. Gilbert was a lovely man, a great husband, Dad & grandfather. My deepest condolences to your family.
Lesa Regier
So sorry to hear, our thoughts are with you all.
Kenny and Lesa Regier
Mark &Kathy Smith
Ricki and Families we are soon to hear about Gilberts sudden passing you are in our thoughts and prayers ..With Sympathy Mark&Kathy
Jim and Gene baynham
Our deepest sympathy to you and yours Rikki.
Tom and Joanne Melady
Dear Ricki Tanya, Karen and families. Deepest condolences – Gilbert was a smiling fun-loving farmer, friend to many and a bright light on a dark day. We all will miss his cheery conversations. Tom and Joanne Melady
Mary Anne McNichol
My deepest sympathy to all of Gilbert’s Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Anne MaNichol and family
Shannon Craig & Dave Soontiens
Ricki, Tanya and Kevin, Karen and Mike;
I am saddened to hear about Gilbert. Our families have a long history together. Gilbert was always ready for a chat and lend a hand. It could be a ride to Windsor when Karen and I went to University or spraying my house for wasps! He was just the kind of guy who was there to help. We will miss him!
Mark Whelly
Dear Karen & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Gilbert, he was a wonderful man with a great sense of humour, who built a great homestead, and always made us feel welcome when we visited and spoke with him.
Our thoughts go out to you during this difficult time,
Mark, Jenn, Ben and Maya Whelly
Ken and Anne Murray
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families
Our most sincere condolences. The community of your family and friends will never be the same without Gilbert. So many will miss him alongside you all. Love and prayers.
Pat Moylan
We are so sorry to hear of Gilbert’s sudden passing . It’s indeed more difficult to accept such an unexpected and unfortunate circumstance. Please accept our sincere condolences .
Pat and Deb Moylan & Sons .
John , Karen, Menheere, & Family
Ricki, Tanya, Karen, and Families
So sorry to hear about Gilbert’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and
very difficult time. Time cannot steal the memories that we carry in our hearts.
Lisa Van Bakel
Rikki and family
Our sincerest sympathy to all of you. Gilbert was always up for a chat and a laugh.
Sending hugs and prayers to all of you.
Kevin and Lisa Van Bakel
Doug and Anne McGregor
Dear Ricki and family – With thoughts of you all at this time of sorrow, we give you our sincere sympathy. Gilbert will be missed.
Diana Stephens
My deepest condolences for Gilbert’s family. We will fondly remember Gilbert.
I had the pleasure to know Gilbert throughout the years through Agricorp. Gilbert would call the helpdesk and we would have long chats while I fixed any issues he would have. he would always ask about me and my family and my dog, he would tell me about his family and everything new and exciting in his life. I will miss these conversations. He was a pleasure to work with. he will truly be missed.
Liz Rohfritsch
My sincere condolences
Liz & Don Rohfritsch
Tony and Donna Vanden Hoven
Dear Ricki and Family,
So sorry to learn of Gilbert’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences, caring thoughts and prayers.🙏
Pat & Mike MacRae
Ricki & family. We are so saddened to hear of Gilbert’s passing. Always enjoyed our chats both at the post office & when delivering parcels. Our thoughts & prayers are with you . Treasure your memories!
Lloyd and Bev Walkom
We are so sad to hear of Gilbert’s sudden passing. We will miss his visits as he passed by our place while out seeing his farmer clients. Always a great smile and always had time to ask how we were doing. He will be missed . Thinking of you Ricki and girls during this difficult time. Lloyd and Bev Walkom
Brian & Helen Oldfield
Dear Ricki & family, Sending our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Gilbert was such an outgoing “people person” whose presence will be greatly missed throughout the community, especially our neighbourhood. Rest In Peace, Gilbert.
Terry and Ann Kramers
Ricki, Tanya and Kevin, Karen and Mike, and your families,
Please accept our sincerest condolences. Gilbert was always a great neighbor and friend to us and the kids and always there to help when needed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time. He will be missed.
Terry, Ann, Ali, Sara & Mike
Kevin & Leigh Melady
Dear Rikki, Tanya & Kevin & Karen ;So sorry to hear about Gilbert . He was always up for a chat when we met him somewhere ! He will be missed in the neighborhood . Our sincere sympathies to your entire family.
Gary O'Reilly
So sorry to hear about the loss of Gilbert. He will be greatly missed.
Gary & Debbie O’Reilly
Karen
Ricki, Tanya, Karen and families,
So sorry to learn of Gilbert’s passing. He was such a good man, who loved his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna, Rol Bennett
Sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. We first meet Gilbert as our crop insurance agent. Just a great person! Sending our prayers and hugs
Mary Armstrong
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing. Sympathy from Gerry and I.
Gerri Nicholson
Ricki,Tanya,Karen and families……Wishing you peace to bring comfort,courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.Wonderful memories will never be forgotten.You are all in my thoughts and prayers .
Bill & Louise Pincombe
Ricki & family
So sorry to learn of Gilbert’s passing. We will remember all the good times and your wonderful company on the trips we took together. Please accept our sincere sympathy, our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Gwen and Jamie Hugill
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. He will be missed by many.
Murray Armstrong
Ricki and Family
Ricki, we are so sorry to hear of Gilbert. Lori remembers him at the conference spousal programs. Good fellow.
Our condolences to you.
Lori and Murray Armstrong
Warren & Leanne Scherbarth
We will be holding each of you close to our hearts and in our prayers, during this tough time.
Heaven has gained another great one to early.
Hugs
XOXOX
steve goettler
Our sincerest sympathy to the Vansteelandt Family. Gilbert was a very fine chap. He will be greatly missed.
Stephen and Vivi Goettler
Danny and Sharon Murray
Dear Rikki and family;
So sorry to hear of Gilbert’s passing…he indeed was a kind and thoughtful person and enjoyed life.
Our sincere sympathy to the entire family at this sad time