Larry Francis Gibney
It is so difficult to sum up a lifetime in a few short paragraphs, but with great sadness we announce the passing of Larry Francis Gibney, aged 84 years of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan on Saturday, August 29th, 2020.
Larry was born February 9th, 1936 in Sturgis, Saskatchewan. He began his 35 year career with SaskTel in Moose Jaw and then moved to Estevan, SK where he met his wife Johanna. His job then took him to Regina, SK and finally back to Moose Jaw, where he retired in 1989 after reaching second level management.
Larry was a very “vocal” little league and minor hockey coach for many years. He loved fishing, camping, and curling. Larry enjoyed music and in his early years played the saxophone in an orchestra and performed at dances in small towns in Saskatchewan. He continued his love and appreciation for music throughout his life.
Larry was talented in woodworking and created beautiful furniture and toys. He always looked forward to watching his grandchildren’s sporting events and seldom missed a game. The most important thing in his life was his family.
Larry and Johanna enjoyed travelling to Hawaii and Mexico in their retirement years, along with numerous gambling bus trips to the United States.
He was predeceased by his mother, Grace; father, Leo; and his infant grandson, Ethan. Larry will be lovingly remembered by his wife of almost 59 years, Johanna; son, Mark (Patti); daughters, Leah (John) and Lori (Brett); grandchildren: Justin (Erin), Kiyomi (Dave), Scott and Grace; and sister, Caroline (Roy).
We would like to thank the Moose Jaw and District EMS Paramedic Services and the staff at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital for their effort and compassion. A very special personal thank you to Dr Mark Brown, who has been Larry’s family doctor since 2001.
Due to the current health situation, a Private Family Service will be held with Father Rick Krofchek officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Larry’s name may be made to STARS Air Ambulance, 2640 Airport Road, Regina, SK S4W 1A3. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550.
Dear Johanna and family. So very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I remember the bus holiday we went on together.we enjoyed your company very much. I also will miss seeing Larry at mass on Sunday. You both were a good support when my husband Terry died. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Thank you very much for your kind words and prayers.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. I always enjoyed working with Larry at Sasktel for many years. And truly enjoyed bringing Levi to your house to sign a Saskatchewan Roughrider flag that Larry wanted to fly. Then to have Levi bring the 2013 Grey Cup to your house and see Larry hoist it was special and a memory we will all remember!
Thank for your condolences. It was nice to have Levi sign the flag, but having Levi bring the cup – that was so special and beyond anything we would have expected. We have photos, and a souvenir
T-shirt that was worn on many gambling bus trips. Thank you so much for that memory.
Very sorry to hear this sad news. My most sincerest condolences to all. He was always a pleasure to deal with. He’ll be missed by many.
Suzette, thank you so much for the kind words. We will be in to see you soon.
To the Gibney family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. The Gibney family were next door neighbours to me for several years and were missed greatly on moving. Larry was one hard working man and I admired his work ethic!
Our heart felt thoughts and prayers go out to those he left behind.
Dick Baum
Thank you for the kind words. They are much appreciated.
Dear Mark, Patti and family, please accept our condolences at your loss. We will keep your Dad and family in our prayers.
Thank you for your condolences and prayers, we greatly appreciate it.
Leah and family.
So very sorry to hear of your dads passing. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Susan Leptich
Thank you so much for the kind words and prayers, Susan.
Johanna and family. Sandra and myself were sorry to hear of Larry’s passing our thoughts are with you in these difficult times.
Thank you for your kinds words.
To the Gibney family, I would like to offer my sincere condolences on the passing of Larry. What fond memories I have of Larry coaching me in both baseball and hockey. His energy and passion no doubt contributed a large part to our many successes. As I look back that success was also evident in his personal life both in his career and more importantly with his wonderful family. Larry was a winner!
Ken Dalgarno
Dear Ken,
Thank so very much for your condolences. Larry always enjoyed coaching the kids. One of his highlights was his last year of coaching when he was able to coach the Central Hockey Team, as he was able to see you all a bit older and wiser?? We won the Championship that year – you were in goal, and he got to coach his own son that season as well. Good memories!!!
Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I worked with him at SaskTel. He was always so cheerful. My condolences to all his family.
Thank you for your kind words.
Ann and family Sad to hear of Larry’s passing. He will be missed. It is especially difficult to lose a loved one in these unprecedented times. My thoughts are with you
Thank you very much, Sharon. That was a beautiful orchid you gave Lori in remembrance. Many thanks.
Dear Anne and family, our deepest and dearest sympathies to each of you. We were neighbours for most of my kid’s childhood and we loved every moment of it! We think of you as family, and my kids think of you as extra set of grandparents. We are heartbroken and saddened over this loss of a very kind and humble man. He will be missed by many.
The Nogue’s
Don, Kim, Kayje,, Skiela, Mayze, and Minnie Nogue
Dear Kim and family,
This is a special one to reply to. When we arrived at the graveside service and saw a beautiful flower arrangement, we asked Todd who it was from, and when we saw that it was from the Nogue family, it brought both tears and joy. So nice to see a note from our extra set of grandchildren. You were very good neighbours. Thank you very much.
Mark,Patti and family our deepest sympathy. He was always so happy. One of our SaskTel family members.
Debbie and Bernie McGillis
Thank you Debbie & Bernie for your condolences and kind words!
To the Gibney family, we are very sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathy.
Thank you very much for your sympathy.
To the Gibney family,
Deepest sympathies for your loss. May the fond memories that you have of your time together bring comfort to you during this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you so much for your kinds words Judy, we really appreciate it.
My condolences to Larry’s Family May Larry Rest in Peace
Graham Edwards Hudson Bay
Thank you for your condolences.
I didn’t know Larry well, but I did meet him early in my career at Sasktel, and I worked with Mark for many years in Regina.
My most sincere condolences to the Gibney family.
Thank you for your condolences Les, we greatly appreciate it.
Patty and Mark, i am so sorry to her of your dad’s passing. Our deepest condolences and heartfelt wishes to you all. My prayers are with you, love Mauie, And Jim Wills and family.
Mauie, Jim and family, thank you so much for your prayers and kind words, we greatly appreciate it.