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DANIEL ROBERT GILMOUR
Born: Jul 03, 1985
Date of Passing: Dec 18, 2023
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDANIEL ROBERT GILMOUR
We are devastated to announce the sudden and unexpected death of Daniel Robert Gilmour at 38 years of age.
Daniel is survived by his parents, Gary and Penny; sister Lisa (Neil); beloved niece Madelyn; sister Claire (Travis); extended family; and his found family of Early Childhood Educators and the Winnipeg theatre community.
A funeral service is being held at Peace Lutheran Church, 350 Gilmore Avenue on January 6 at 11:00 a.m. Following this, the family invites everyone to a Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m. at the Caboto Centre, 1055 Wilkes Avenue.
Publish Date: Dec 30, 2023
DANIEL ROBERT GILMOUR
We are devastated to announce the sudden and unexpected death of Daniel Robert Gilmour at 38 years of age.
Daniel was born in Winkler, Manitoba to Penny and Gary Gilmour. He grew up there, attending Garden Valley Collegiate where he played badminton and performed in school plays. Upon graduation, he moved to Winnipeg, attending the University of Manitoba and Red River College, where he discovered his two greatest passions: acting and early childhood education.
While at university, Daniel took a part-time job at Royal School Daycare, and found his calling. He studied early childhood education at Red River College, returning to Royal School Daycare and shortly thereafter moving to Campus Children's Centre. His work migrated at the same time from school age to preschool, winding up with supervision of three rooms of two-year olds. Always ready to do whatever was needed, and able to relate well with children of any age, Dan was a favourite for many of his charges. Daniel formed many good friendships with his co-workers, with parents of the children attending, and, of course, with countless kids throughout the years.
While attending University of Manitoba, Daniel joined the Black Hole Theatre Company, initiating his lifelong passion for performing. Through productions at the Fringe Festival, Master Playwright Festival, Merlyn Productions, Winnipeg Mennonite Theatre, BS Comedy Players, and many others, Daniel built strong friendships with many in the Winnipeg theatre community. His easy stage presence and impeccable comedic timing made him a gifted and natural storyteller. Daniel was at his happiest when performing and was grateful for the community and opportunity offered through local theatre.
Daniel was always true to himself, bringing his kindness, wit, and sense of humour to every situation, whether it be 2-year-old snack time, taking on the role of an ogre in a stage production of Puss in Boots, or playing Super Smash Brothers with his niece. Daniel always took the time to regale his co-workers, friends, and family with stories.
Daniel is survived by his parents Gary and Penny, sister Lisa (Neil), beloved niece Madelyn, sister Claire (Travis), extended family, and his found family of Early Childhood Educators and the Winnipeg theatre community.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that you consider donating in Daniel's memory to either the Winnipeg Humane Society or RRC Polytech where contributions will be directed to support students in the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program.
Service details will be forthcoming.
Publish Date: Dec 23, 2023
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 23, 2023, Dec 23, 2023, Dec 30, 2023
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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I am just learning of Dan’s passing now. He was amazing with the kids, and so caring and kind. I have many great memories of him with the kids in his care. I am so saddened to hear of his passing especially at such a young age. I’m sending my deepest condolences to all who were close to him. - Posted by: Robyn Wellman (parent (Campus Daycare)) on: Jan 20, 2024
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I was heartbroken to hear about this tragic news. We knew Dan through the campus daycare and my children were so fond of Dan. He was so well-suited to the work. It's been many years since we've seen Dan but we could immediately recall great memories and stories. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. - Posted by: Maire McDermott (daycare parent) on: Jan 18, 2024
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I'm heartbroken to read this news. Dan was a student in our ECE program at Red River College. I had the honor of being Dan's practicum instructor. From the first time I met Dan I knew he had a spark that would carry through on his work with children. On my first practicum visit with Dan, I asked him to implement a planned activity with the children, which he chose to do a baking activity and I watched him make a home made peach pie with the children from start to finish. I told that story often as Dan was one of the students I had built an ongoing relationship with. professional to a tee, Dan advocated for ECEs and for children. He was a great guy, with a funny sense of humor. At one point he played a practical joke on me in our class and leaves me giggling about it to this day. I'm so sorry to Dan's family, to the children and families and ECEs who had the pleasure and blessing of having Dan in their lives. I'm truly crushed by this sad, sad news. - Posted by: Ruth Lindsey-armstrong (ECE instructor at RRC) on: Dec 23, 2023
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So sorry to hear about Dan's death. We will definitely pray for you and your family. John and Kathy. - Posted by: John Schellenberg (Friends) on: Dec 23, 2023
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Dan was such a lovely and creative caregiver. My kids LOVED him and we always appreciated the fun and interesting projects Dan led with the kids. I feel truly lucky to know that when I couldn’t be with them, Dan was. We will remember him fondly. - Posted by: Jillian Detwiler (Parent at Campus Daycare) on: Dec 23, 2023
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Our family has such warm memories of Dan’s care for our two children at Campus Daycare. He was wonderful with our children, and constantly delighted them with fun and imagination. Our condolences to the family. - Posted by: Laura Funk and family (Parent of daycare children) on: Dec 23, 2023
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My deepest condolences, Gary and Penny! My thoughts of your son immediately went to the endearing way, he as a very young lad, referred to our office hardware as "compooters". - Posted by: Edgar Schmidt (Friend) on: Dec 23, 2023