Ghislain George Chabot born February 18, 1939 in Albertville, Quebec passed away in the early hours of May the 20th, 2010 at the Revelstoke Hospital following a battle with cancer.
He is survived by his commonlaw wife Josey Gauthier, brother Gilbert (Maryanne) of Revelstoke, sisters Gertrude, Therese, Carmelle, Claudette, Monique (Rosaire), Jeannine (Louie) all of Quebec and Michelle (Wilfred) of Alberta. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Adrian, Paul and Denis and sister Ernistine.
Ghislain was an Uncle who loved and had many close relationships with his numerous nephews (great nephews) and nieces (great nieces) who will greatly miss him. He was a devoted grandfather to his step grandchildren.
Ghislain moved to Revelstoke, B.C. in 1961 to work in the logging industry as a feller, he also worked at the Mica and Revelstoke dams during their construction. Over the years there were many stories shared among his numerous friends at the local pubs.
Ghislain enjoyed working outdoors, taking great pride in his garden and yard. All visitors enjoyed his cold beer and welcoming hospitality. Over Ghislain’s retirement years you would find him tuned into the latest current affairs, politics and weather conditions via the television. Many an evening were spent on the phone keeping up with his family in Quebec. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Funeral arrangements made by Brandon Bowers Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to your preferred charity.