I met Gilbert and Adeline initially about 25 years ago. We became good freinds during our time as members of St Benedicts Table.Anglican Church which spanned some 20 years.. There are many adjectives I could use to describe Gilbert. A few of them that come to mind.....great friend, excellent listener, thoughtful, a person of high intergrity, loving and kind. I so enjoyed conversatoins with Gilbert and one of the reasons being, he wasn't limited to a narrow view on any topic rather he was "generous" in his thinking. I will very much miss my friend Gilbert. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.

I knew Gilbert through Adeline, as she and I both worked for the same non-profit organization for many years. However, what I did see and know of Gilbert, I certainly liked and respected. I saw a loving husband, devoted father, and dedicated follower of Jesus Christ who served our Lord and Saviour in many meaningful ways! You've earned your eternal peace and rest with Jesus, Gilbert! My prayers are with Adeline, your sons and their families, and all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren as they adjust to life without you on this earth. May God be close to the family and friends of Gilbert and uphold you all during this difficult time, knowing there will be joyful reunions in heaven sometime soon.

Gilbert and Adeline lived across the street from us in Leaf Rapids. How fortunate we were to get to know them and to keep our friendship going over these past 52 years. Gilbert's easy manner and positive views will linger with me the rest of my life. I will always be thankful that God sent Gilbert as a friend and mentor to myself and to my husband.

Gilbert loved the bible verses referring to sheltering beneath the wings of the Lord. See Psalm 91:4. And as in Isaiah 40:31 I believe this verse covers Gilbert now.

"But those who trust in the Lord for help will find their strength renewed. They will rise on wings like eagles; they will run and not get weary; they will walk and not grow weak."

Condolences to the family; he will be sadly missed.

For some twenty years at saint benedict's table, Gilbert was one of those solid people you just loved to have around. On Sundays in our liturgies, every second Wednesday morning for our book breakfast club, and at all manner of special events and seasonal celebrations, there he'd be... and along with Adeline, always willing to lend a hand with whatever might need to be done. I am honoured to have been able to know him, and to have some splendid visits with him in the last chapter of his life at the hospital and personal care home. May he rest in peace, and rise in glory.

Gilbert really listened. He was not quick to respond, except for the emotions that showed up in his eyes. It wasn't uncommon that I would receive a wee note after speaking with him, filled with thoughtful encouragement.

To say that someone is kind is, to me, one of the highest compliments. It is a trait that is too often overlooked, but so very powerful. The world has lost a kind, kind man. Perhaps, in one small way, his legacy lives on through those of us who try to follow his

example.

May the Lord give you strength as you move through this sad season, and joy in remembering him. Scott and I are so glad to have known him:

I spent Canada Day with Gilbert and Adeline several years ago. He enjoyed listening to the music at The Forks, and we were wowed by the fireworks from the rooftop. We had a delicious meal together at the restaurant on the bridge. He was interested in what was happening. He was so kind and tender-hearted. He had a beautiful smile and gorgeous voice. I'll miss him.

My condolences and prayers are with you all.

Gilbert and Adeline were some of the first to embrace Scott and I when we joined St Benedict's Table church back in 2010. Since then they have been warm, observant, wise and encouraging friends, to say nothing of role models. They even came all the way out to Newfoundland to visit us while I was studying in St John's! Scott toured them around the city right out to Cape Spear and they were worthy adventure pals. 'What wind?'

Greatness is a word that has been attributed to far lesser men than Gilbert. He was too humble for it, and deserved it better. Being able to visit him in hospital near the end, to sing with him, was the privilege of a lifetime... How to say what it's like feeling ministered-to by the person who is dying? Gilbert was a miracle. We will miss him dearly.

Gilbert and I have the distinction of being the two "most closest in age" of the Berg cousins, being exactly three months apart in age. I fondly remember visits as children to the Frank Berg farm (near the Sawatsky farm). I remember Gilbert would have farm chores to do, something from which I was exempt as a town dweller in Hepburn. Later in life we had some good times when Gilbert and Adeline and their boys lived in Fresno. I remember particularly when our two families enjoyed a weekend at Pismo Beach. My sincere condolences to Adeline, the boys, and their families.