Maurice passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 24, 2019 at the age of 81 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Colleen (nee LeBlanc)–semicolon– children: Wendy (Rick) Henders, Bradley, Michael (Teresa Tansey) and Monique (Marc) Malo–semicolon– grandchildren: Richard Henders, Chris Henders (Andrea), Stefanie Murtha (Randy), Jennifer Smith, Corey (Leigh-Anne), Helene, Bradley Jr., Kathleen, Joshua, Jessica, Noah, Sarah Robb and Jordan Malo–semicolon– great grandchildren: Elliot and Grace Henders, Wesley and Grayson Murtha, Sloan and Brae Smith, Alaska, Margaux, Emily and Liam Robb–semicolon– siblings: Olive Vest, Gene (Blanche) and Joseph as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Maurice was predeceased by his parents, Hector and Julma–semicolon– siblings: Estelle, Rita Prefontaine, Romeo and Fern.
Maurice had a 50 year career in the oilfield services sector. He started his career as a driller on a drilling rig which led him to live in many small towns in Alberta and Saskatchewan. He then owned his own trucking business and eventually was a partner with a service rig company. His last fifteen years before retirement at age 67 years, he was the sales manager for a service rig company. Maurice was adored and had many friends in the oilfield.
Maurice enjoyed carpentry work, travelling in his most loved motorhome, including wintering in Arizona and California in his retirement years. He is so known for his playing guitar and singing with his family. Country music and Elvis were his favorites. His music has made us dance, has made us sing together, and has brought us closer as friends and family.
Maurice loved his family and will be missed for his big presence in life, his laughter, judgment-free guy who always went out of his way to make the people he was with feel so loved.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 11, 2019 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 18407 – 60 Avenue, Edmonton, AB.
The family expresses heartfelt thanks to the staff at Grey Nuns Hospital Palliative ward for their compassion and care.
Those who so choose may make donations in memory of Maurice to the Covenant Foundation, Room 3C60, 11111 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB., T5K 0L4 or via their website: https://www.covenantfoundation.ca/donate-today.
Evelyn & marcel Boire says
Sympathy & Caring in the passing of Maurice ! always enjoyed are visits . God Bless You All !!
Mel & Mary Nelson says
0ur deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband, dad and grandfather. Please find comfort in knowing you are close to our hearts as you face the days, week and months ahead. May all the warm and special memories you shared with your loved one stay with you and bring comfort through all the days ahead. Hugs Mel & Mary
Colette MacAskill says
Dear Aunt Colleen and family,
Very saddened to hear about Uncle Maurice’s passing. All I have is nothing but wonderful memories of one of the most jovial, life loving, family oriented, musical and fun seeking Uncles I have ever known!! When he entered my parent’s home for a visit with Aunt Colleen, his presence immediately filled the room with his positive energy, wonderful smile, entertaining but warm personality and his infectious laughter began!! What a fun man he was!
Wishing I had the right words to help mend your broken hearts with the loss of this wonderful human being. May our good Lord breathe HIS healing into your brokenness and grieving hearts.
All our love and prayers,
Colette Gibeau MacAskill and family
David and Brenda Neumeier says
Dear Auntie Colleen and family.
Please accept our prayers for you and the family in this difficult time.
Our fondest memories are of finding you and Uncle Maurice anywhere in his travels and stopping by for a visit. He had such a big heart that was so tender and soft. He did make you feel so welcome in his presence. He greeted everyone with the enthusiasm and joy of a best friend. There was always warmth, hope and cheer in everything he said. He will be greatly missed at all family celebrations for he was the life of the get togethers.
David and Brenda Neumeier
Mare Mazuryk says
Dear Mrs Gibeau and the entire Gibeau family.
How sad I was to hear the news of Mr Gibeau’s passing. I have such fond memories of him and hanging out at the old house in Edmonton as a kid…..our motor home trip to Whitefish….to dancing with him at my wedding. He was a truly special person who was bigger than life and always made me feel special. May he Rest In Peace. God Bless you all. Sending love and prayers.
Mare and Rod Mountain (Mazuryk) and family xoxo
Sheila Berrisford says
Mr,. Gibeau (we couldn’t bring ourselves to call him Maurice) was a strong father figure for both Richard and I. Richard has told many stories about years spent together with the family including those in the backyard pool. We adored him and loved him dearly. Richard will always remember the last time he saw Mr. Gibeau….he gave Richard a hug….and the first ever kiss between the two. We count all of you as our family and send our most deepest sympathies and love. I’ll bet Elvis and Mr. Gibeau are already having a jam session.
Frank Cairo says
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the family, Mo will be greatly missed,but he will forever leave in our hearts and minds .
Cathy / Dennis Clarkin says
To the whole family. Your Dad was one of a kind, he was such a lovely man and we are
So happy
We had the pleasure to know him . All the best to your family I’m this difficult time .
He will be in your hearts for always .
Catty and Dennis
Bill Coxford says
We were so sorry to hear of Maurice’s passing.To Colleen and Family our sincerest condolences.
He will be missed by us but always remembered as a great guy!
Bill and Jackie