GIBSON, MILLLIE

With tremendous sorrow the family of Mildred Evelyn Gibson announce her passing on November 14, 2024 at the grand age of 97.

Born near Davidson to parents Ken and Ivy Faris on March 24, 1927, Millie grew up with sisters Helen, Eileen, Patricia, Gertrude, and Beatrice at Goose Lake Farm in the Tessier area.In 1947 she married Jack Tweddle. The couple moved to Feudal where they farmed. Millie and Jack welcomed daughter Carolin, son Robert, and daughter Norma. Tragedy struck in 1962 when Robert passed away in a farming accident. Millie grieved but continued to support and cheer her daughters on at their academic, sport, and personal achievements. 

1968 brought Millie a son-in-law when Carolin married Raymond Hedman. She was ecstatic with the arrival of her first grandchild Carla. 1975 gave Millie a second son-in-law when Norma married Blaine Lacina. Much to Millie’s joy, Carolin and Raymond welcomed her second grandchild, Leighann, later that year.

Millie and Jack separated and, after some time practicing her independence, she met Norwell (Nib) Gibson. The two were married in 1977 and in 1980, a few short years later, the pair were beyond delighted when Norma and Blaine provided them with grandson Chad. 

In 1981 grief once again struck Millie’s life when Norwell passed away. Millie wasn’t one to let sadness destroy her commitment to family and community so distracted herself with activities she loved including her family, friends, gardening, and participation in community groups. She was absolutely thrilled when Norma and Blaine gifted her with a fourth grandchild, Candace.

Throughout the years Millie enjoyed visiting with friends, traveling, gardening, her involvement in the Perdue Ag Society and United Church choir, and weekly bowling initially at KG Bowl and then at Perdue Bowling Alley.

Above all, however, nothing brought her greater joy than the arrival of a new generation to love. Her great-grandchildren Bethanie, Zachari, Jaeden, Annalise, Madyx, Reece, Rielle, and Reed gave her hours of cuddles, chats, and entertainment which she treasured.

Left to mourn Millie’s passing are her daughter and son-in-law, Norma and Blaine Lacina; grandchildren Carla Hedman (Brad Hryniuk), Leighann Hedman, Chad (Amy) Lacina, and Candace Lacina (Mike Little); great-grandchildren Bethanie (Ben Sulzie) and Annalise Lacina, Zachari and Jaeden Dumas, Madyx Hedman; and Reece, Rielle, and Reed Lacina; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

We take comfort in knowing that she’s been reunited with son Robert, daughter Carolin, husband Norwell, parents Ken and Ivy, all of her sisters and brother-in-laws, and many extended family members and friends. 

A celebration of Millie’s life will take place at 11:00a.m. Thursday, November 21, 2024 at the Perdue Recreation Complex in Perdue, SK.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Perdue United Church, the Perdue Agricultural Society, or a charity of your choice. 
 

For those unable to attend, live-streaming will be available at: https://m.facebook.com/norma.lacina/

Arrangements entrusted to Gerein Funeral Service.