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Frederick Albert Gilbert "Gib" Gristey, of RR#1 Elmwood, passed away peacefully after complications from an ATV accident in October, surrounded by his loving wife and sister in law at Victoria Hospital in London on Monday, January 15, 2024. He was 53.
Born in Burlington, Ontario on March 21, 1970 to the late Frederick and Jessie (nee Armstrong) Gristey. Many will best know him as Gib.. he had a warm smile (almost a smirk) as if to say "Let’s make life interesting" He had a great sense of humor and loved to be around family and friends. Gib enjoyed his trips up north and was looking forward to retiring up there for good fishing and hunting. When you met Gib you would never forget him. He had a thousand friends and could always be counted on to help out any way he could.
Survived by devoted wife Susan (nee Spielmacher) of RR#1 Elmwood. Loved father of Joanne Gristey, Freddy Gristey and Jennifer Gristey (Kieran) all at home. He was adored by his grandpuppy "Sammy", who was always hanging out in the shop and begging for treats. Dear brother of Susie (John) Kuz of Paris, ON , Herb (J.L.) Gristey of Elmwood and Georgette (Greg) Thomas of Mildmay and by his brother in law Clint (Marg) MacQuarrie of South River. Gib will be missed by Susan's siblings John (Carol) Spielmacher of Hanover, Jim (Kathy) Spielmacher of Mildmay and Laurie (Dean) Gade of Deemerton as well as his nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents, by his sister Heather MacQuarrie and brother in law Jeff Spielmacher.
To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration "Gib's style" will be held later in the spring.
Memorial donations to the Saugeen Hospice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover.
To Susan and family
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your husband, Gib. I never met him but do remember meeting you when my mother Rose and her sister Vera and I, visited you at the old Spielmacher farm years ago. You were so kind to take the time to show us through the old stone house, when I was compiling the Spielmacher Family Tree Book.
Sending my deepest sympathy to you Sue and the entire family! May precious memories and God's comforting hand, help you through this very sad time. We know he'll already been met with open arms by Joanne...
- Florence AlexanderCondolences to Susan & family, Herb & J.L., Greg & Georgette.
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Al Monk
Oh my Susie our thoughts and prayers,s are with you and your loved ones 🙏🙏🙏😢😢
- Ron and Therese WeilerMy thoughts are with you and family at this difficult time. My deepest condolences , hugs to you
- Barb littSo sorry to hear of Gibs passing Suzy,. Keeping you and your family in our prayers during this difficult time. 🙏 ❤️
- Jim and Debbie KaufmanSo sorry to hear about Gib passing. Our condolences to you Susan and all of the family.
- Ken & Ellen RusswurmDear Susie thinking of you and the family at this difficult time …will keep you in my prayers.
- Mary McKennaSorry to hear of Gibs Passing, worked with Gib off and on over the years, never a dull moment! Sure will miss that grin.
RIP Gib
Bill Phillip
Susan and family, we are so sorry for your loss and extremely sad for the loss of our good friend. Gib was such a generous sole, first one there when you needed and always ready to share a laugh and a maybe a beverage or two. He will be truly missed by Ken, me and our family. Gristey family, you are in our thoughts and we send our sincere condolences. With love, Kim
- Ken and Kim KurschinskiSo sad to hear about this. I haven't seen Gib for years but we were great friends in highschool and an after.
My condolences. Great guy with a great smile.
So sad to hear about this. I haven't seen Gib for years but we were great friends in highschool and an after.
My condolences. Great guy with a great smile.
So sad to hear about this. I haven't seen Gib for years but we were great friends in highschool and an after.
My condolences. Great guy with a great smile.
We are sending all our love to Gib's family and friends during such a difficult time. He will always be missed and thought of.
- Saunie SubjectHe made me laugh along with many others so hard we would be close to crying.
Great memories with Gibby years ago working together at the Bruce site & Windmills.
My deepest Condolences
Rest easy Gibby
Please accept my sympathy to the whole family.
- Sheila JackSorry for your loss ❤🙏
- Krystle WatsonClint, Marge and family.
Thinking about you all at this difficult time. So sorry to hear about Gibb, our deepest condolences. Hug's
Susan and family, So sorry to hear of Gib's passing. Hugs to all of you.
- Diane WeickSusan and family.I am so sorry to hear of Gib's passing.May the love and support of family and friends help you through this most heartbreaking time.May he RIP
- Sandra VaughanMy deepest sympathy Susan and family will keep you in my prayers hugs
- Charles &Shirley KaufmanSusan and family,
So saddened by the news of Gib's passing. We are thinking of you at this difficult time and send you our deepest condolences.
So sorry Susan, Joanne and family...my deepest sympathy..🙏
- TINA LUMSDENSending heartfelt condolences to you, Susan, Joanne, Freddie and Jennifer and the whole family. Thinking about you in this difficult time. Gib sure will be missed. Love Elko and Dagmar
- Dagmar KraftEnjoy the banana muffins big man, you will be missed .
Rest easy
I am so sorry for your loss. Gibby was a great guy who had stories for days. I will miss occupying a chair in his Garage, kicking back, and listening to the old boy tell tales. I hope they have OV in Heaven. if not, I wouldn't expect him to stay there long. Rest in Peace my friend! Until we meet again.
- Joshua James MacDougallSorry to hear of Gib's passing. Sending our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.
- Frank And Tammy PletchSorry to hear of Gibs passing Clark and Elaine
- Clark and Elaine FrancisMy heartfelt condolences to the family.
- Kevin ChittickSusan and family So sorry to hear of Gib's passing Thinking of you at this difficult time
- Marilyn BennettSusan and family, so sorry for your loss, way too young in life. Thanks for remembering Saugeen Hospice, Thinking of you, take care, Sandra Schreinert
- Sandra Schreinert
