Gerald (Arthur) Filip

Aug 23, 1944 – Jun 30, 2013

In the early morning hours of Sunday, June 30, 2013, Gerald Arthur Filip, passed away at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital at the age of 68 years.

Gerald was a quiet, gentle man who loved his family, his garden, his fishing and hunting and his special companion, Sparky!

Left to cherish his memory are Gerald’s beloved wife, Ethel; his children Chris (Tom) of Red Deer, AB, Caroline (Randy) of Airdrie, AB and step-children; Wayne of Cranbrook and Michelle (Jerry) of Chilliwack, BC.  He also leaves behind his grandchildren; Angel, Bryanna, Mackenzie, Takoda, Kendra, Brandon, Joseph and Emily; one brother, Bruce (Laurie) of Kimberley and sister, Sue of Winfield, BC as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.  Gerald was predeceased by his father, Otto and his mother, Peggy.

There will be no funeral service by Gerald’s request.  A family gathering will be held at a later date.  Memorial donations may be made in honour of Gerald to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon, 200-1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V2 or to the BC Lung Association, 2675 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC  V6H 2K2 or to a charity of your choice.  Condolences may be left for the family at www.markmemorial.com.

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Feature photo courtesy of Through My Eyes Photography

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