GILBERT WELCH

Condolences & Memories (26 entries)

• Dear Aunt Irene, I am sorry to hear about Uncle Gilbert's passing. May he rest in peace and light perpetual shine upon him. To you and the children know that although we may question HIS reasoning GOD always knows why. With love, Tessa (Vi & Bob Barnes) - Posted by: Tessa () on: May 28, 2014

• Gil was an intelligent, friendly, funny, and very caring person. He was the only doctor that I've ever known that would treat his patients and then socialize with them. If we weren't enjoying Chinese food at the Empress of China restaurant, we could be sitting in his rec room watching a football game over a scotch on a Sunday afternoon. His receptive personality and valued friendship will always be cherished and he will be sadly missed. My deepest condolences to Irene and the family. May you rest in peace in God's care, Good Friend. - Posted by: Mike Mayer (Friend/Patient) on: May 26, 2014

• Gil was my doctor from the first year he started at Monroe Clinic until he retired. For thirty years, he called me Mrs. Belle Amie and talked about us running away together. He sent me to a specialist who removed malignant colon polyps at an early stage and forever after I had to listen to him tell me what a great doctor he was, not the specialist but him. Though I would never give him the satisfaction of agreeing, I always knew how lucky I was to have him for my doctor. When he retired, I found another doctor, but never one that I had the same confidence in, and certainly never one that I felt was also a friend. - Posted by: Gladys Bellamy (patient) on: May 26, 2014

• My father and I were patients of Dr. Welch's for many years. Dr. Welch took care of my dad through his MS and would go out of his way to see my dad at home when it was needed. I was a patient before I joined the Winnipeg Police and continued to be a patient throughout my career. I always enjoyed chatting with him and he was someone I could count on. I remember having to deal with a call where a person had died. My partner and I were at the scene and we couldn't get a hold of the on-call medical examiner. I phoned Dr. Welch for help. Besides his regular medical practice he filled in as a part-time medical examiner. It was a Friday or Saturday night and he volunteered to come out to the scene. Dr. Welch was able to make the decisions that I needed so I could finish up the police work. On a personal level I learned a lot from Dr. Welch by the way he dealt with people and his attitude towards life. I am sad that he is gone. My condolences to his family, he will be missed. - Posted by: Glen Smyth (former patient) on: May 25, 2014

• Dear Nicole and family, Our sincere sorrow for the loss of your father. May all the great memories stay with you forever and comfort you - Posted by: Mary and Joe Paletta Zia Rosina Masi (Great Aunt of Ben and second cousins to Ben) on: May 24, 2014

• Dear Irene and family, we are very sad for your loss. Gil, as Leon called him, was a true caring friend to my husband and was there for him ALWAYS. He will be truly missed. - Posted by: Pat Cox (Friend) on: May 24, 2014

• I will truly miss Gil. He was a colleague and friend. He was truly pleasant in the office. He was always enjoyed by our staff and patients. - Posted by: Harvey B Lee (Colleague) on: May 23, 2014

• Our condolences to Irene and family. Gil was a friend throughout Medical school and always was upbeat no matter what the trials and tribulations we encountered in our journey through Medicine. We all knew he would be a superb physician as he proved to be. He made a difference in the lives of many. It was an honor and a privilege to have known him. - Posted by: Dr. R Merv Letts and Marilyn (Classmate and Friend) on: May 23, 2014

• The Gilbert Welch Family He was an extraordinary man. There are many in the community who will mourn deeply his passing. May you find comfort and the strength to cope. Our family shares in your sorrow. The Gordon Stepaniuk family - Posted by: The Gordon Stepaniuk Family (friends) on: May 23, 2014

• My family hold wonderful memories of this caring and giving man. We were honored to have experienced the impact he made on my father's life; he was always a support to our family as a whole. He will be surely missed as our hearts are saddened by the news of his passing. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and to his loved ones. - Posted by: The Cox Family (Family Friends) on: May 23, 2014

• My condolences to Irene and family. - Posted by: Valerie Laurent-Thomas (Friend from Trinidad and from the University of Manitoba.) on: May 23, 2014

• Dear Irene and Family, I am so sorry to learn about the passing of Gilbert. Since we met at the Bomber games we became such good friends and supported each other during difficult times. Irene and Gilbert were such a happy couple and we together will get over this. Time must march on. I will see you on Saturday. If I can be of help in any way, please call. Judy Lavitt - Posted by: Judith Lavitt (Friend) on: May 23, 2014

• I'm so sorry for your loss condoléances! to madam Nicole and families. Thoughts and prayers to the families. - Posted by: sal (coworker and friend ) on: May 23, 2014

• Our deepest condolences to you Irene. Good visit with you in February. We remember wonderful Christmas parties, trips together, many parties, and good times playing golf, bridge and Chess. We will miss him. Henry and Frances - Posted by: Henry and Frances Krahn (Colleague) on: May 22, 2014

• Great man. Always had great stories no matter how he was feelling. Will miss my interactions with him. - Posted by: OlsenJaris (Friends) on: May 22, 2014

• Sad to learn about Gil's passing. Always appreciated his confidence in me and his unconditional support. Enjoyed ping pong and golf with him and his straightforward approach to life. He truly enjoyed life and will miss his critique of my golf swing. Peace to Irene and family, from Kalpana and Anokhi - Posted by: Pravinsagar Girdhar Purshottam Mehta (Friend and Colleague) on: May 22, 2014

• It was with great sadness to hear that Dr. Welch has passed away. Our sincere condolences to his great wife Irene and family. Rene and I have fond memories of this kind, honest person as a family doctor and friend. Our thoughts are with you Irene and we do have to get together to cherish good memories. God bless you! - Posted by: Rene and Dora Trudeau (Longtime friends) on: May 22, 2014

• I'm so sorry for your loss. Hold on to each other in this difficult time. Cherish each memory. Thinking of you all. - Posted by: Terri () on: May 22, 2014

• Gilbert was my doctor for many years. We also spent a lot of time talking about golf during my visits to his office to the extent that I had to try to remember why I was seeing him. I enjoyed hearing his perspectives on life during the times I golfed with him. These often started with... I don't understand... A wonderful, caring person; he will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Michael Antonio (Patient and Friend) on: May 22, 2014

• My condolences to Mrs. Welch and the Family. Dr. Welch was my doctor for several years and helped me in many of my lives' issues. Even if it was just to listen. He was a good man and will be missed. Rest in Peace Dr. Welch. I'm sure you're enjoying a scotch with Andy (my Dad) in heaven. - Posted by: Joanne McMahon (Patient/Friend) on: May 21, 2014

• Really enjoyed our talks about Hockey and Football had alot of laughs. - Posted by: Rick Presonka # 2 (Patient) on: May 21, 2014

• He was a great friend, Doctor and Neighbor in Morris Mb. My condolences to Irene & Family. - Posted by: Yvette Evans (Friend) on: May 21, 2014

• Dr. Welch was a great and kind man. He was my doctor for most of my life and he was also a great friend. He took time to help you understand any of your concerns. Thoughts and prayers to the family. He will be missed. - Posted by: Rumelda Moskal (Patient & Friend) on: May 21, 2014

• I knew Gilbert my whole life. He was my doctor for as long as I can remember, and a great family friend. I'm sure, Jim, Dody, and Gilbert will be enjoying a scotch together right about now. - Posted by: Sean Smith (Friend) on: May 21, 2014

• HE WAS A GREAT MAN. VERY PATIENT AND CARING. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE. - Posted by: CLARISSA (ROEMER) KEEN (FRIEND/PATIENT) on: May 21, 2014

• Dr. Welch was a great friend and Doctor to our family, and he impacted many lives in a very positive way. I know that my Dad and Dr. Welch will be sharing a few laughs up in heaven. - Posted by: Kel Zacharias (Friend / Patient) on: May 21, 2014