GABRIELLE BIEBER

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

• My very sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to David and family. The last time I had the wonderful pleasure of being with your Mom was in Luxembourg, Europe in 1964 when Uncle Andy, Aunt Gabi, and Uncle Andy's Sgt. "Cozy" and his wife were over to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of D-Day. Uncle Andy gave a speech at the Omaha Beach Memorial. Then they all came over to Luxembourg to visit us where Dad had been transferred to help set up the European office and plant for his company. We went to the Sheffer Killar in Trier, Germany and had a great time. On the weekend Aunt Gabi and I took a long ride together, just her and me, in our little red Fiat Spider Sports Car all around Luxembourg. A ride I have never forgotten...it still seems like it was yesterday. We talked about everything...it was very easy to open up to Aunt Gabi. She mentioned how alike you David and I were. I am so glad Aunt Gabi had such a long and fulfilling life. Much Love, your cousin, Jim Cannon - Posted by: James D Cannon (Nephew) on: Dec 23, 2014

• When I asked Dad if he had any stories about the first time he met Gabi he said, "Well, I don't know if it was the first time or not but I was waiting on the platform at the train station for a train to take me back to the front when Gabi spotted me and came up and kissed me. She said, "Give that to Andy." I said to myself, "The hell I will." Haha. He added that Gabi had a "delightful" personality and was lots of fun. As a kid I remember how excited my mom, Donna Mitchell, would get when she knew she would be seeing Gabi. They had good fun together. Of course, we kids were always happy when our parents partied with the Biebers because it meant everyone was in a good mood. Dad thinks Gabi and Andy held a 25th wedding annivesary party for him and mom. Their anniversary was August 23, good beach weather. What I liked about Gabi was her honesty and her mind. She thought deeply about things and always had an opinion to offer and it was usually funny. I will miss that good looking and fun loving lady. My hearts go out to you David, Karen, Jayne, Allan and Neda. - Posted by: Shar Mitchell and Jack Mitchell (friends) on: Nov 30, 2014

• David, Karen and Family Sorry to hear of Gabi's passing. The last matriarch of our family. So many great memories. All the fantastic desserts at xmas. Remember the Xmas tree so artistically and meticulously decorated, and not a needle left on it by xmas eve. I still hear her voice. If it was on her mind it was on her lips. I will miss that. All our best wishes from our family on your loss. - Posted by: Adrienne Relkie (Niece) on: Nov 18, 2014

• “Hey knuckle head!” That’s what Gabi called me one summer at Ponemah. The year was 1978. I was a skinny sixteen year-old with too many freckles and mop of curly brownish hair. I was more than a bit awkward, more than a bit shy. Still trying to figure things out. But Gabi knew that. She had a wonderful way of making you feel at home, part of her extended family. She was funny and witty; she was also generous and kind. There was always lots of candy, pop to drink or a sandwich for lunch. That summer she let us watch bomber games on TV, play endless badminton games in her backyard and swim off the nearby pier whenever we wanted. And of course, there was laughter and lots of family stories. Her son Mark had died tragically just a few years before. To me that just says it all. She was an amazing person. I’m so glad I could call her my aunt. - Posted by: Michael Anderson (Nephew) on: Nov 18, 2014

• My sister Gaby was one of a kind. Although my own immediate family and I were a foreign service family with many years outside Canada, this separation never diminished our mutual feelings of love and respect for one another. In later years Gaby often offered to me her guest room in her apartment with warm welcome thus enabling our marvellous conversations on a wide range of subjects including our shared interest in curling in which she was a keen player. - Posted by: Paul Anderson (Brother) on: Nov 18, 2014

• Auntie Gabi was the matriarch of our family. I am so happy that I had the privilege of knowing one of the really great women of our time. Her view on life was something everyone could benefit from; I often sought her advice on life's ups and downs and she would tell me that everything was fine, but I had to toughen up and get going with life. I will always remember her great sense of humour and optimism against all odds. Her spirit will be sorely missed. - Posted by: Jeff Anderson Jr. (Nephew) on: Nov 17, 2014

• It's been years! I often think of Mark, I named my son Mark in memory of my buddy. Just this Sept I walked the dike at Ponemah, first time there since 76. Gabi was one tough mom, couldn't slip anything by her, she knew what we were up to always! - Posted by: Bob Edgar (Friend) on: Nov 16, 2014

• I was so saddened to see Gaby's life had ended. I have many wonderful memories of her. Because we had not been in touch for many years at the time of her death, I would be ever grateful if a family member - perhaps her son David whom I met several times -- could call me here in Toronto. Thinking of you all. Joan Kent 905 - 629-8836 - Posted by: Joan Kent (friend and professional advisor) on: Nov 15, 2014

• Dear David, Neda, Karen, Jayne & Allan, Please accept my family's deepest sympathies regarding Gabi's passing. Gabi and I always shared a unique bond and our time together shaped and influenced my life tremendously. By definition she was my aunt, however as I never had the privilege of meeting my own grandparents, Gabi took on a much larger role. During the wonder years, she was essentially my grandmother and her spirit will accompany me for the rest of my days. As you know, our daughter Gabrielle is named in her honour. Rest in peace Gabi, you will be sorely missed and never forgotten, Love David, Isabelle, Gabrielle, William and Patrick - Posted by: David Anderson (Nephew) on: Nov 15, 2014