Clifton Percy Gillatt was born April 15, 1928. He was the youngest of 3 sons born to Frank and Olive Gillatt of Lilac.
Cliff was a farmer and lived most of his life on a farm. He moved into Harwood Manor at age 90, where he developed a number of friendships and skills, including wine making.
He loved softball, baseball, golfing and curling. He curled in Lilac and surrounding communities. He even made it as far as the Provincial Men's Final, one year.
On August 4, 1956, Cliff married the love of his life, Ida Mae Boutilier. They loved spending their lives together, camping, dancing, playing cards, visiting and playing pranks. One Halloween, a group of tricksters came to play some tricks on the Gillatt farm. However, Cliff turned the table by getting a piece from their car so it wouldn't start. They all shared a great laugh when the group had to go to their door to retrieve the car part.
Ida often said that she and Cliff never had a fight. Cliff would just smile and agree. Perhaps that is why their marriage lasted over 65 years , until Ida's passing in January 2022.
Cliff loved to sing. He and his brother, Wes could often be heard out in the barn singing while they milked the cows.
Uncle Cliff was especially proud and interested in the lives of his nieces and nephews, as well as his great nieces and nephews. Uncle and “Idee” were always present at most of the important moments in the lives of many of the nieces and nephews. He was also the proud Uncle to Logan, his great great nephew.
Left to cherish Cliff's memory are his sister-in-laws ,Charlotte Gillatt and her children: David Gillatt, Sandra (Dave) Heidel and their children Steven, and Krista. Gerry (Wanda) Gillatt and their children: Kendra (Tyler) Phaneuf and Logan, Justin. Cathy Gillatt, Susan (Roy) Frenzel and Caitlin.
Nieces: Evelyn (Jack) Dart, Donna Boutilier,
Nephews: Roy (Kelly) Boutilier, Mel (Ann) Billings and families.
Great nieces and nephews; Garth, Glenda, Kristen, Trevor, Kim, and their families.
Cliff is predeceased by his parents, Frank and Olive Gillatt,
His brothers: William and Wes Gillatt.
His beloved wife: Ida.
Brothers-in-law: Dave Boutilier and Charlie Billings
Sisters-in-law: Joan Boutilier and Anna Louise Billings as well as numerous Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
A private Graveside service and interment will be held Friday, July 15, 2022.
Memorial Donations can be made to the:
Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation
1-345 3rd Ave. S
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 1M6
Serving as pallbearers are Tom Pain, John Caldwell, Henry Welford, Neil Clarke, Jason Jess and Regan Kjargaard.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.SallowsandMcDonaldFuneralHome.com for the Gillatt family.
