Gilles was born in Montcerf, Qc on September 16, 1937. He lived in Gatineau, Qc until he moved with his family to Calgary in 1981. Gilles was carpenter by trade and he retired from working in Red Deer for IPSCO in the Spike Mill (rail), living in Ponoka.
He loved to play cards and he especially loved to win. Gilles enjoyed playing golf and loved his movies on Netflix and old western. He loved family suppers and gathering with heavy discussions.
Gilles is survived his wife of 58 years Liette Richard; three sons Marc (Linda), Alain and Charles; grandchildren Stephanie (Mike), Diane (Shaun), Amelia (Chris) and Chantal; two great-grandsons Austin, Samuel. He also survived by his siblings Arsene, Marcel, Donald and Annette, Suzanne and Rachelle
Gilles was predeceased by parents Mandosa and Edwilda Richard and brothers Antonio, Raymond, Paul and Jacques and sister Aline.
Gilles will be missed by all of his family and friends.