Gayle Victoria Louise Morneau (née Fenwick)

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Bob, Angie, Pam & families. It is with deep sadness that we offer condolence after hearing of Aunt Gayle's passing. She was blessed with a loving family and had a real knack for enjoying life. Her 40th birthday party has been the talk for years as her young nieces and nephews learned how much fun Aunt Gayle really was. I know her last few years had been a challenge for all of you, but I can't help but think that she is now tormenting her two older brothers once again. Just like the good old days. May the many happy memories bring you joy as you begin the journey of healing.

Bob and family, we share your loss. We are lucky to have known Gayle for a short while and enjoyed our times together. A smile from her always brightened our day.

A donation has been made to Alzheimer Society of Canada.

Bob, so sorry to hear about Gayle's passing. Please accept sincere condolences from Allison and I. We hope your memories of a 61 year partnership bring you comfort. Joe Dawdy

We were very sad to hear of Gayle's passing. Her obituary revealed the special person Gayle was to her family and friends. Unfortunately for us, we got to know Gayle only by passing Bob and her in the hall or in the parking garage as they were off to the cottage or leaving/returning from Florida. Nevertheless, we could see that Gayle and Bob were a special couple. Bob, our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Libby and Steve Elefteros Park Terrace

Dear Bob and family sending condolences on Gayle's passing. We will never forget the Sunday chats around the picnic table in the front yard of our house in Rondeau Park. So many great times together in Florida as well. We will miss her. Love Garnet and Mary Lynn Smith.

It’s with a heavy heart that I learned of the passing of my Aunt Gayle. I will always remember her warm smile when she greeted me, it put a smile on my face every time. I felt very special and it was obvious to me that I was her favourite. Such fond memories of all of our family gatherings over the years! Losing Aunt Gayle along with others mentioned is a stiff reminder how each family moment should be cherished and never taken for granted. Uncle Bob, Angie & Pam - we regret that we cannot be with you to celebrate the life of a fabulous lady - please know that we are thinking of you all during this challenging time. Lots of love….

My sincerest condolences for your loss Bob. Grieving is sometimes like floating on a river springing from a mountainside. At first its turbulent and tumbling and throws you about with its ferocity in its rapids. As time passes grief begins to settle and calm, just like river when it reaches its gentler course. Its then that you have time to take in the scenery that surrounds you and you realize that scenery is composed of all the joyful and happy memories of the one you lost. The more you are able to recount and enjoy those memories the calmer the river becomes. You transition from grieving to the foundations of your faith in everlasting life. Spiritually you remain united with the one you lost, by a bond can never be broken. I truly understand what you and your family went through during Gayle's illness. But take heart. Those difficulties will fade into obscurity, and be replaced by many memories of happier times that bring you great comfort, laughter and joy. -- Your long-time 5th floor neighbour -- Bruce

So sorry for your loss Bob and for your family 🙏

I will always remember Aunt Gayle with such fond memories. She was kind, easy- going and warm hearted. As a “participant” of her 40th birthday celebration, I can also attest to her sense of humour and fun nature! May you all take comfort in your many memories. She will always be remembered and deeply missed.

Bob, Angie, Pam: Your tribute to Gayle’s life is truly honourable and Gayle would love it. It captures who Gayle was as a person - fun loving, caring, agreeable and never controversial while walking with God in hand. It was my luck to begin our friendship from the age of 14 (66 years ago) and pleasurable fun to maintain it to this end. Thank you, Bob for devoting your constant, non-wavering love and care to Gayle during these past weeks, months, years. She was your constant loving companion and support during your life together as, in her words would reference you with love, as “my Bobby”. I, and Don, will miss her too although, like you, know she is in a better place winging (oops, singing) with the angels. As in one of Gayle’s favourite sayings to end many controversial/healthy discussions, “You’re born, you live, and then you die”. Love and Live which she spent her life doing and is a model to us all. God Bless to you, Angie and Pam in your grief and during your healing process as you laugh and cry with memories. Joan Piper/Stafford and Don

Sorry to hear about Gayle today. My mother Doreen always spoke glowingly about Gayle and I know that she really loved and cared about her. Rest In Peace Gayle.

Memories, as the song goes, light the corners of my mind. Almost 60 years of them. Bob and Gayle, Elaine and I were 20-somethings when the Morneaus moved onto Murdock Street. It was a quiet cul-de-sac in the west end of the Forest City that we called “Murdockville” because of its warm community feeling. As young mothers, Gayle and Elaine clicked. And they conspired to get Bob and I involved in their expanding social circle. I have a confession to make: As a pretentious reporter, I wasn’t all that keen to hook up with this bespectacled bank clerk. But I acquiesced, and I’m forever thankful that I did. In the years that followed, the Morneaus and Hutchisons were seldom apart. Our kids – Angie and Pam, Tracey and Blake – were similar ages, which made family outings a happy part of our struggling lifestyle. The success we later achieved was built on those partnerships and pleasures. Gayle and Elaine became like sisters, sharing tips on child-rearing and husband management. They bowled together and yacked incessantly. Indeed, it is speculated that they are up there together now, enjoying their Wednesday bowling matches into eternity. We enjoyed countless retreats from reality, Christmases and backyard feasts; theatre and sports; world travel to places as far removed as New York, San Francisco, Miami, London England and Central America; cottaging at Painter's Bay, Rondeau and Clearwater. Gayle was always there to keep us focused and reasonably sober. Life was a hoot. Like Elaine, Gayle is gone now. But she has left behind untold memories that will continue to light the corners of our minds.