It is with profound sadness we learned off Gil’s passing. We’ve gotten to know Gil and Anne at our parish at Our Lady Of Perpetual Help. We used to see each other on a weekly basis and unfortunately Covid changed all that. Gil and Anne were inseparable in our eyes and a model of love, care for others and faith. He and they always had a kind word and a smile for you. We will miss his presence at Sunday Mass and the interactions.. To all Gill’s family and friends, our sincere condolences with the loss of a great man!

Tony and Rosemary van Rosmalen.

It is with profound sadness we learned off Gil’s passing. We’ve gotten to know Gil and Anne at our parish at Our Lady Of Perpetual Help. We used to see each other on a weekly basis and unfortunately Covid changed all that. Gil and Anne were inseparable in our eyes and a model of love, care for others and faith. He and they always had a kind word and a smile for you. We will miss his presence at Sunday Mass and our interactions.. To all Gill’s family and friends, our sincere condolences with the loss of a great man!

Tony and Rosemary van Rosmalen.

Mit großer Betroffenheit und Trauer haben wir von Gil's Unfall und Tod erfahren. Die Darstellung seines Lebenslaufs zeichnet das Bild eines ganz besonderen Menschen, den wir gerne näher kennengelernt hätten. Leider haben wir ihn jedoch nur einmal persönlich getroffen, als Du Anni, ihm vor vielen Jahren deine Heimat gezeigt hast. Durch die große Entfernung zwischen Kanada und Kevelaer konnten wir nur durch Telefonate die Verbindung aufrechterhalten und so Anteil an unserem beiderseitigen Familienleben nehmen.

Wie Du weißt Anni, haben wir in Kevelaer als Wallfahrtsort eine besondere Beziehung zur Gottesmutter Maria. Wann immer es für uns eine schwere oder leidvolle Zeit gab, haben wir an der Gnadenkapelle eine Kerze angezündet und die Gottesmutter um Hilfe und Beistand gebeten. Und so brennen jetzt 9 Kerzen für Gil an der Kapelle, die meine Familie mit der Bitte um den Segen für Gil angezündet hat.

Wir sind in dieser schweren Zeit in Gedanken bei Dir, liebe Anni, und bei Eurer Familie und wünschen Euch die Kraft der schönen Erinnerungen an eine lange glückliche Zeit mit Gil.

Dein Bruder Josef mit Gisela

Nichte Nicola mit Daniel, Julia, Lara und Lilli

Nichte Elke mit Naomi

We remember our Uncle Gil as a kind man with a warm heart and gentle sense of humour. He was always interested in us "kids" even when we hadn't seen him for long stretches at a time. Our mother, Adrienne Weiten (Gil's older sister) was so very sad to hear of his passing as are we all. Mom and Gil were very close as siblings, and he will always remain close in her heart. With love, The children of Adrienne & Marty Weiten (Louise, Ron, Valerie, Jan, Jim & Rob)

I and my family express our deepest condolences to the Van Humbeck family for their loss. Having met Gil only a few times, I heard of him often while working with Ed and Terry, and also from my Aunt Adrienne, his sister. You are a wonderful family of lovely people. My you find solace in the affirmation of your faith, the love of your families, and the knowledge that many friends, neighbours, and acquaintances are praying for you.

I remember Gil as very nice. Once I was interviewed by him.

Eugene and I were very happy when he married Anne. We enjoyed good times with them. Both. God hold you Anne. Peace

i am very saddened to learn of Gil's passing. As a rookie teacher at Beliveau Jr High in 1975 I was so lucky to have Gil as my first principal. He was a real leader, patient and understanding. Gil was always a gentleman - I loved working for him. My sincere condolences to the family.

Always remember the van Humbecks livning south of us in Laurier

We could see their farm less than a mile from us.

Gil was a dear friend. He was a good athlete and we enjoyed playing sports together. Gil did not need to win and played for the fun of it. Gil was a warm, kind man. I will miss him.

Condolences to Anne and family. Gil was our beloved neighbour in Charleswood for 20 years. He loved his beautiful garden. A true gentleman. Rest in Peace.