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Gilbert Haskins Obituary

Gilbert L. Haskins
1929 - 2016
Gilbert L. Haskins, 87, of Boise, died Sunday, August 21, 2016 in Boise, Idaho.
Gilbert was born on May 23, 1929, in Pocatello, Idaho, the son of Clinton Haskins and Lola Linebarger.
Gilbert grew up in Kuna, Idaho until he enlisted in the Army Air Force at the age of 17. While stationed in Washington D.C., he met Dorothy Margaret Fanning and they were married on September 28, 1950 in Montreal, Canada. From this union were born three wonderful sons; Wayne, Steven and David. They celebrated their 65th anniversary on September 28, 2015.
During the 65 years, Gil and Dorothy enjoyed their travels to Alaska, Scandinavian Cruises, Taiwan, the British Isles and many more trips. They spent about 18 years enjoying being snowbirds in Arizona where they made many friends. Gilbert's love for travel was insatiable.
Gilbert worked in the Caterpillar parts department of Western States Equipment Co. for 33 1/3 years. He retired in 1989, a few months after Dorothy had retired. This gave them many more years to enjoy travel and life together. Dorothy was his one and only love. Gilbert always put his family and many friends first. Gilbert worked hard to provide for his family and to make it possible for traveling during retirement. The many thousands of pictures of family, friends, and scenery are a result of Gilbert's 65 plus years of his love of photography.
He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law: Wayne and Sue Haskins, N. Las Vegas, Nevada, Steve and Penny Haskins, Cloverdale, Oregon, Dave and Jeris Haskins, Boise; brothers: Chuck Haskins (Sharon) Boise, and Gene Haskins (Nina) Hendersonville, N.C. Gilbert was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; his sister, Clare Woods; and his brother, Bert Haskins.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Morris Hill Cemetery. Friends may call at the Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel, Friday, August 26th from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Published by Idaho Statesman on Aug. 24, 2016.
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Hi, I am sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort and peace be with you and your family. 2 Corinthans 1: 3 & 4

September 6, 2016

Gilbert was a good man, a hard working man, and an honest man. He loved to travel, to take photos, to tell stories, and to spend time with his family and many friends. He was also my Dad. Thanks Dad. Good job. You can rest now.

Steve Haskins

August 26, 2016

I have missed seeing Gil at church and now will miss our visits. Rest in peace, old friend, I'm glad you and Dorothy are back together. My deepest sympathies and prayers to the boys.

Debbe (Wade) Carlson

August 25, 2016

I remember clearly the first time I met Gil and Dorothy. An incredible couple. She had just retired from the BSU library. They were shopping for a new recreational vehicle. They shared how they met which is quite a love story. I have thought of that first meeting many times over the years. Rest in peace you incredibly sweet couple.

Byron Nelson

August 25, 2016

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