Gilbert Stephen "Chum" Howse

It is with great sadness that the family of Gilbert Stephen “Chum” Howse, of Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement announces his passing on January 22, 2023 at the age of 74 years.

Gilbert will be lovingly remembered by his daughters: Claudette (Jamie), Shelley, Heather (Chad); grandchildren: Emily (Scott), Stephen (Mary), Joey, Sam (Waseskwan), Sherra (Zack), Brett, Prince; great granddaughter: Sipiyeskwew; sister: Lillian; brothers; Joe, Russell (Emma), Harvey, Martin, Jacob (Karen); as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Gilbert was predeceased by his wife: Doreen Howse; son: Earl Shott; parents: Adolphus & Agnes Howse; in-laws: Sam & Victoria Shott; as well as numerous relatives and friends.

Wake: Friday, January 27, 2023 at 2:00pm at the Buffalo Lake Community Centre, Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement, Alberta.

Funeral Service: Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Buffalo Lake Community Centre, Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement, Alberta.

Officiating: Joe Kuraitis.

Pallbearers: Brett Howse-Mitchell, Joe Lachance, Stephen Lachance, Sam Patenaude, Jacob Howse, Stan Delorme.

Honorary Pallbearers: All his friends, family and all the people that loved him.

Final resting place: Buffalo Lake Cemetery, Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement, Alberta.

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