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GILBERT (PUDGE) THOMAS CHIEF
Born: Nov 01, 1949
Date of Passing: Sep 04, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGILBERT (PUDGE) THOMAS CHIEF Thunderbird Wind Man November 1, 1949 - September 4, 2014 Peacefully, on September 4, surrounded by family, Gilbert (Pudge) passed away at the Beausejour Hospital. He is predeceased by his father, Thomas Chief, mother and father-in-law, Agnes and Stanley Straight and niece Jessica Straight. Pudge is survived by his wife, Mary; children Veronica (Alvin), Dwayne (Tania), Lonny (Trish), Rhonda (Jake), Vanessa; his mother Myrtle; sisters Edith, Debbie (Treasure), brother Vernon (Kathy); grandchildren Gilbert Jr, Tiffany, Aaron, Kayla, Tyler, Katie, Cheyenne, Jeannie, Melissa, Liam, Logan, Mindy, Trevor, Brandi, Danielle, Leslie, Alexis, Avery; great-grandchildren, Amy, Antonio, Jaden, Netayshia, Devin, Darrel Jr., Landen, Mason, Gilbert Jr. Jr., Harmony, Honey, Kali, Shaylee; in-laws, Reggie, Judy, Linda, Margie, Barb (Clifford) Joyce, Doyle (Charlene), Langford (Judy), Ronnie, Walter and family. Pudge also had special friends Kenny Prychen, Pat Prychen, Johnny Folster, Clarence Kent, Kenny Tobias, Roddy, Tim, Daniel and Tick. Pudge was a hard working man. At a young age he started working in construction with his father. He worked on the Red Diamond boat, Selkirk Booth Fishery, Freshwater Fish, Selkirk Rolling Mills and for a number of years was a delivery driver for Wawataik Building Supply. He lost his eyesight in 2000 but still went on to do many things like golfing, fishing, curling and raising chickens. He had other business ventures like tire repair, commercial fishing and provided sanitation serves for Brokenhead Ojibway Nation for a number of years. Pudge was a talented man with an entrepreneurial spirit. Well loved by his family, Pudge was a loving husband, father and grandfather "Papa" who enjoyed his family. He was known for his sense of humour, his many stories and all the antics he got into. Pudge loved to travel, especially to Las Vegas. He was an avid curler with the blind curlers of Manitoba travelling with them throughout Canada and competing. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tom Chief Memorial Hall in Scanterbury, Manitoba. Pudge requested there be no wake but there will be a viewing on September 9 at 10:00 a.m. before the service. Reverend Vincent Solomon of Saint Phillips Anglican Church in Scanterbury is presiding. Pallbearers are Kenny Prychen, Patrick Prychen, John Folster, Kenny Tobias, Dwayne and Lonny Chief. The family would like to extend special thanks to the nursing staff at the Selkirk and Beausejour Hospitals for their care and kindness. We love you and you will forever be in our hearts. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Sep 8, 2014
GILBERT (PUDGE) THOMAS CHIEF It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gilbert (Pudge) Thomas Chief on September 4, 2014 at the Beausejour Hospital. Full obituary to follow. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Sep 6, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 08, 2014
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Hey grandpa Another day another day……missing you ever other day thought about ya lots lately miss you more I'd give anything to have ya back for just one last ride or walk ect. I no you watch over me I’m grateful for it just no your my main guy to go to I miss you and love you take care up there and tell my brother Chad I said hello as I no he’s with you and let everybody no I love them take care 🌹❤️ - Posted by: Tyler johnnie (Grandson) on: Jul 23, 2025
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Gramps imu so much I just want to say thank you for ur toughness and intelligence that u had passed down to myself and family especially to my sons meegwitch please continue to watch over us and give all the grandchildren the strength to never give up like u've gave us to follow the proper paths until we meet again love u lots and u are missed everyday by all who's had the pleasure of having you in there lives.love always tuffy ❤ - Posted by: Tiffany chief (Granddaughter ) on: Feb 15, 2022
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I miss ya pops, its my birthday today and I'm thinking of you, so much 💖 wish u were here dad. Not a day goes by where I'm not thinking of you 💯 Can't wait to see u again 😊 - Posted by: Mindy Rae (Grand daughter ) on: Apr 04, 2021
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There’s not a day that goes by that you're always in my mind, it’s crazy how many years passed and I still remember the days when you answer the phone, I still think that when I call home you’ll answer the phone. I miss you grandpa a lot. - Posted by: T.c (Grandson) on: Mar 17, 2020
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I miss you grandpa, there is not a day that goes where I'm not thinking of you! It is still so hard to believe. Thank you so much for teaching me all the great things and the days we spent together, I love u so much pops, rest in paradise oxox - Posted by: mindy (grand daughter) on: Oct 19, 2014
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My condolences going out to the Chief family. Many prayers. - Posted by: Kim desjarlais (friend) on: Sep 10, 2014
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Lots of good and fun hunting times quading, sledding etc. RIP Buddy. Larry and Debi - Posted by: Larry Mozel (Friend) on: Sep 09, 2014
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My sincere condolences to Mary and her family. Gilbert and his great sense of humor will be truly missed. - Posted by: Gail Monkman (Friends) on: Sep 08, 2014
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Our dear friend will truly be missed. - Posted by: Maryanne & John Folster (Friends) on: Sep 08, 2014
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My condolences to Mary and family on the passing of your loved one. Bless you and family. Sincerely Ozzie - Posted by: Ozzie (friend) on: Sep 08, 2014
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Pudge every time I saw you, there would always be alot of laughs and I will truly miss your sense of humour. Rest in peace brother!! - Posted by: Buddy (Friend) on: Sep 07, 2014
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Truly a great person and friend he will be truly missed!!! R.I.P Pudge - Posted by: Tim Spence (Friend) on: Sep 06, 2014