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1971
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2017
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Shawn Gilbert Obituary
Great Falls —Shawn Gilbert, 45, of Great Falls, surrounded by his family lost his battle with cancer on Thursday, January 12, 2017.
A celebration of life will take place later on in the spring in Chinook, Montana with burial in Harlem, Montana. Schnider Funeral Home is handling the cremation.
Shawn was a happy go lucky person and always had a smile on his face. He was always willing to help wherever he was needed.
He was born to Pattie and John Gilbert November 17, 1971 in Fort Belknap, Montana. He graduated from Chinook High School in 1990.
He was the first grandson to both sets of grandparents and the first nephew to numerous aunts and uncles.
He worked for Buttreys, Albertsons and was a Town Pump manager in Butte, MT. For the past 16 years, Shawn worked for the family business, Silver Wolf Enterprises. When he was diagnosed with his illness he was the CEO of the business. He was a dedicated seated tribal councilman for the Little Shell Tribe hoping to see federal recognition became a reality.
He loved to snowmobile, go four wheeling, and hunting with his family. He enjoyed reloading his own ammunition and target practice with his pistols.
Shawn loved his faithful companion and friend Ernestine Belcourt. He loved to go to the Bear Paws and spend peaceful times, especially, a big bon fire at Beaver Creek Park with his family.
He is survived by his parents; wife Ernestine; grandmother Beatrice Pronto; brothers Jason (Emily) and their girls, Randy (Nikki) and his family; numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Condolences for the family may be left at www.SchniderFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Pattie Gilbert
February 13, 2018
Shawn we miss you every day.
Love you,
Mom and Dad
Fred Bakke
January 29, 2017
We are sorry to hear of Shawn's death, God be with him and all of his family, from the Bakke family and Donna Glass from Helena, Mt.
Jason Gilbert
January 23, 2017
Thinking of you..missing you!
Grace Pipe
January 18, 2017
Praying and knowing Shawn is with his creator. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS.
Bede Weasel
January 18, 2017
So sorry for ur loss of such a nice and happy son. Ur in my prayers.
Kelli Gould
January 17, 2017
Condolences to Ernestine and the Gilbert Family
Andrea @Quintana
January 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss John & Pattie. I'll always remember Shawn's smile! My sincere condolences to everyone.
Andrea Quintana
Gary and Debbie Ramberg
January 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Hugs
Richard Parenteau
January 15, 2017
RIP my brother Shawn! We will miss you very much but will remember you forever. Their are no goodbye's just we will see you down the road my friend! Eagle Rock Man!!
Grace Pipe
January 15, 2017
My sincere condolences goes out to the whole family and staff of Silver Wolf Enterprises. GOD took another fantastic Angel home. Lots of Love and Prayers.
Viki Tilleman
January 15, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear about Shawn's passing. Such a neat kid!
Julie Neely
January 15, 2017
So terribly saddened by this news. Shawn was a great classmate and the class of 90 will never be the same without him. Much love, hugs and prayers for Shawn's family.
Danny Harshman
January 15, 2017
Patti, John and Family
My condolences, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and keep you in this difficult time.
Marshall McCartney
January 15, 2017
To all of the Gilbert family!
My heart is sad today as I just heard about Shawn's passing! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you! I pray the Lord be with all of you at this time of heart break and sadness!
Marshall McCartney
Jason Gilbert
January 15, 2017
Miss you so much..R.I.P. my brother!
Love
Jason, Emily,Paige and Claire
Dee
January 14, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for our love ones lost in death can be reassuring.
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