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Gilbert Joseph CARDINAL
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Gilbert CARDINAL Obituary
July 19, 1950 – November 21, 2015
Celebrated Metis film maker Gil Cardinal passed away on November 21, 2015, surrounded by loving friends.
Gil was passionate about his work. Whether it was dramas (like Big Bear, Indian Summer: The Oka Crisis, North of 60) or documentaries (like David With FAS), they all had Gil's gifted touch. His most personal film was Foster Child, where after a long search he found his birth mother.
Gil will be buried alongside his mother in a private service at the Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends ask that a donation be made to The Gil Cardinal Legacy Fund, #201, 5305 Allard Way, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5X8.
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Sheryl Ann Wilson
July 20, 2016
To all who are writing here, I am Gil's niece, raised in Edmonton, now living Penticton, BC. I write and attempt at making films. I would like to write a book on Gil and so please, please email me with any details you may like to give for the book. By the way, didn't know growing up, but myself and my mother's side of family ended up being Metis and I'm proud to be Metis! E: [email protected]
Sarah Aulotte
June 28, 2016
Gil I only got to see your film and wonder how u had the courage to become a good citizen! You gave me insight in myself and others. I wish I had gotten to know u. But I hope u got to c your birth mother and your brother Donny! R.I.P. I'm proud to be Metis!
December 3, 2015
I sure will miss my dear, dear Uncle Gil. I cannot be at event in Edmonton at the Pool Hall but for any there, I say "greetings" to all. Sheryl Ann Wilson, Metis Niece.
Kerrie Reid
November 30, 2015
Uncle Gil, I will cherish all of the fond memories shared with you, both as a child and an adult. May you rest in peace now, surrounded by your BM and Donny, your FM Gladys Wilson, who loved you so very much and was so proud of you, always. Your sister Patricia and brother Gerald. I am very grateful to have had you in my life. Love Kerr
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Whitney
November 29, 2015
Goodbye to a Garneau neighbour. Our condolences to Gil's family and friends. Remembered with fondness.
Whitney family
November 27, 2015
Sorry to hear of Gil passing. My thoughts are with family and friends. He will be missed and his missing noticed. Take care, Ruth
Lorna Sutherland
November 26, 2015
I am sorry to hear of this good person's passing. I worked with Gil, and was always glad to run into him in our community. Sad news-- yet a life well-lived.
Lise Creurer
November 26, 2015
So very sorry to hear of Gil's passing. He was a wonderful man. I had the pleasure of sharing several fun and compelling conversations with him during the wee hours one summer when I was moonlighting in Edmonton's NFB offices (coordinating a film fest) and he was working on festival press for this amazing doc, *Foster Child*. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.
Jim Stanton
November 26, 2015
Knew Gil when he first started with us at ACCESS Alberta in the mid-1970s. A talented, creative, gentle soul. Rest in peace.
November 26, 2015
Sincere condolences to family and friends of Gil - i had the honour to meet and work with him years ago and have followed his exceptional career over the years. His spirit lives on in that work, and his contributions will continue to affect the lives of many. My mother, Senator Thelma J Chalifoux (Ret.) would also like to extend her deep condolences and sincere heartfelt sympathies. Gil, may your spirit soar with the Grandfathers...much love and respect,
Debbie Coulter and
The Hon. Senator Thelma J Chalifoux (Ret)
Yvette Kelly
November 26, 2015
Gil was a gifted filmmaker who will have left his mark on this province, this country with his 'voice'. He was also an engaging speaker with many stories to tell. He will be missed. My condolences to his family, his friends, his colleagues. Kinana'skomitin Gil for your gifts.
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