Phillip Gilby Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Phillip Gilby (Edmonton, Alberta), who passed away on September 23, 2019, at the age of 70, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Gail of Edmonton; his daughter Krista Meyerink (Wes) of Sturgeon County; his mother Mary Gilby of Noel; his siblings, Irene Hilton (Mike) of Shubenacadie, Joyce Frame of Gays River, Jo-Anne Ross (Kennie) of Milford, Ervin (Harriett) of MacPhee's Corner, Wilfred (Cathy) of Elmsdale and Todd of Shubenacadie; his father Lloyd Gilby; and his brother-in-law Bruce Frame. He was also cherished by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Valour Place Society Edmonton or a charity of your choice.

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September 27, 2019

Annette Lebel wrote a sympathy message

“My sincere condolences to Gail and the family. My prayers are with you.”

September 27, 2019

Neal Dadswell wrote a sympathy message

“Phil..So long it was great to have known you. To his family I know times are tough but it gets better. Neal Dadswell”

September 27, 2019

Dave Yost wrote a sympathy message

“Phil was the RSM at 1 Svc Bn when I knew him. A great soldier and leader. Condolences to the family on your loss. Phil, fair winds and soft landing at Fiddlers Green.”

September 26, 2019

Peter J Marwick wrote a sympathy message

“Fair Winds Jumper. Deepest Condolences to your family in this time of sorrow. You will be greatly missed my friend.”

September 26, 2019

SGM James Allen, US Army Special Forces wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest condolences to the Gilby family and to the Canadian Airborne community. I had the honor to meet and work with Phil during a US-Canada military exchange in September 1989 at CFB Edmonton. He was one of the best soldiers I have ever had the privilege to work with. He will never be forgotten...”