I skated at the Cricket Club for many years. Mr. Galbraith put the same energy into teaching little kids the Pink Lady Waltz as he did getting elite skaters ready for World's. He was a man ahead of his time with the use of technology. (Although I do remember skaters not wanting to be in his little video room for long, as it likely meant that skater was being thoroughly acquainted with something they were doing wrong : ) He shared not only his immense knowledge of skating while on the ice, but also the rich history of many wonderful skaters from around the world through his historical movies. His legacy lives on through the many skaters and coaches, who had the honour of knowing Mr. Galbraith.

It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Mr. Galbraith. I was lucky enough to have had him coach me at the Cricket Club for many years. He taught me about commitment, discipline, self-confidence and respect. I will always be grateful for the role he played in my skating career. My sincere thanks, Mr. Galbraith. Deepest condolences to the Galbraith family.

Sincere sympathy Jeannie on the loss of your Dad.

My prayers are with the Galbraith family at this sad time.  I had the privilege to care for Sheldon & Jeanne over the years.  Sheldon always had some inspiring wisdom to share.  I will miss him.

Mr. Galbraith had a strong influence in my growth to adulthood.  From the early days of his coaching me in Schumacher to competing in the Olympics and in the World Championships, I knew he believed in my abilities and did his utmost to make sure that we could both achieve our goals. The two of us had many great times together and I can't thank him enough for teaching me lasting values and self-confidence that stayed with me throughout my career. The over 10 years of being coached under Mr. Galbraith were one of the best periods in my life.  Thank you Mr. Galbraith.

Mr. Galbraith will be missed and I am sure we all carry a piece of Mr. Galbraith forward in our life today. He was a coach as an amateur and professional and neighbour growing up near the Cricket Club. Today's funeral service was wonderfully different with music and speeches in celebrating his life. 
Carole Pixley ( Blugerman)

I had the privilege of being taught by Mr.Galbraith as a MORNING GLORY at the Cricket club many years ago. I was so impressed that he could inspire us when he was also busy with world champions. His analysis of skating has made me understand and appreciate the efforts of the skaters as I follow the world tours.
Gail Boire

Sheldon Galbraith was a valued and well-respected member of Minto's coaching staff in the 1940s. He is especially remembered as Barbara Ann Scott's coach during those years. Please accept our deepest sympathy on his passing

My sincere condolences to the Galbraith family and dear friends. I had the honor of being taught and inspired by a master of his trade in life and on the ice. It was  indeed a privilege to know and work with Sheldon over the years, he will be greatly missed and so fondly remembered.    Ruth Sutton Johnson (Newmarket, Ontario

Mr. Galbraith as a great coach prepared students both for competition and for life.  I am saddened by his passing but celebrate the influence he had on so many young people over the years. - Robin Black

Mr. Galbraith was my skating coach at the Cricket club 50 years ago - he inspired all of us to work hard and strive for excellence in skating and in life. Nicole Dussault Day

Mr. Galbraith will always be missed and remembered as an innovator and icon of skating. A true leader for many of us in all facets of life. My condolences to family and friends.

My condolences to the Galbraith family during this difficult time. I had the honour of speaking to Sheldon several years back as a young skater. I remember him coming up to me one day after i was training but had to get off the ice due to an illness. He told me he thought i had great potential and enjoyed watching me skate, something i never thought would be true about myself. At the time iwas unsure of who he was but later on i found out who he was. Ever since that meeting he inspired me to do better and gave me a new hope. He was such an inspiring and wonderful man not just as a coach but also as a person. He will be greatfully missed by all who new him but his inspiring messages and kind soul will live on forever in our memories! R.i.p. Mr. Galbraith. -Sarah

So sorry to hear the news, my condolensces to everyone.  I know dad was waiting for him up on the rink in heaven

We are saddened to hear this news even though we knew Sheldon had not been well. A Friendship spanning six decades brings with it so many wonderful memories. His Legacy will live on through all the Skaters and Coaches  who were privileged to work with him. Condolences to all the Family.

Margaret, Bruce Hyland & Jacqui Hyland-Pugh &  Ron Pugh

I always loved chatting with Jeannie's Dad at the many neighbourhood parties we had together. He always  had very interesting stories to tell . He loved to instruct the  boys how to use their hockey skate edges to their advantage . He certainly had the knowledge. We will all miss him but know that Jean will be happy to have him with her for a skate around the rink .

Our sincere condolences to Brian, Beth and the Galbraith family.Although we did not have the privilege of knowing Brian's Dad, we were aware of his fine reputation as a coach.

Judith&wayne Weaver (Goderich, ON)

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr Galbraith was a dear friend and inspiration. Any success I was fortunate enough to achieve was directly related to the time spent and knowledge shared with this great coach. Heaven just became an even better place due to his presence. God bless. 
Kerry Leitch

As a friend of Jeannie and Phil and their family I am deeply saddened by Sheldon's passing. My condolensces.

My sincere condolences to you and your family, Jeannie.  Take care.

 " There's a Coach Comin' In "
            Mr. Galbraith was truly one of a kind and touched so many many lives. Those skaters in heaven better get it together!
            Our Heart Felt Condolences, Dick & Chris Shedlowski  (Anaheim CA)

My deepest condolences to Galbraith family.
Your Dad was a huge influence on me and those memories will last with me forever.

Sympathies to you all and many wonderful memories of your father with my father, Bill Black and Uncle Bob Black. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Cassie Black

Mr. Galbraith was a special person.....to me he will always be remembered as a legend of the Canadian Figure Skating Coaches! My condolences to the family and to everyone that had pleasure of knowing him.

                                                                   Joni Graham.   (Vancouver)

Our Deepest Sympathy to you all.
From the Skate Canada Family in Ottawa

My sincere condolences to all of Mr. Galbraith's family.  He was a force of nature and an incredible coach and man.  He will be missed by many.

OBITUARY

Mr Sheldon William Galbraith

May 24, 1922 – April 14, 2015

Thompson Funeral Home

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