Thomas GILES Obituary
February 10, 1931- Athabasca, AB
June 15, 2013 - Calgary, AB
Our Dad, Ted, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at the age of 82 years. He will be greatly missed by his beloved partner May Misfeldt; his three children Darrel Giles, Sandra Giles and Chris Gabriel; their mother Betty Giles; his three grandchildren Stephanie, Rachel and Caleb Gabriel; and his sister Mabel Calder. A Celebration of Ted's Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Friday, June 21, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Calgary Rotary Clubs Foundation at The Kahanoff Centre, 105 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A1 or call (403) 398-9969. In living memory of Ted Giles, a tree will be planted at Big Hill Springs Park Cochrane.
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James Dangerous
October 29, 2013
The best six years of my working life were as Ted's employee. He was an inspirational and lovable employer, and I felt deeply, personally committed to his work. I am grieved to learn of his passing, and saddened that I found out so late.
Thank you, Ted, for all you taught and all you gave to the people in your life; for your sense of intelligence, fairness, and kindness; for your inspiring ability to make books in a world that keeps trying—and failing— to move beyond them. I am humbled to have worked for you, and to have been treated like family from my first day in the office. I had always hoped to exchange words with you again; sadly, I am too late, but I do hope that you understood how much you meant in my life.
My best to May, and to Ted's children. I know how proud you must be of him.
June 27, 2013
I was always inspired by Ted who had a long and successful
career in education and then went on, later in life,
to pursue his other passion...publishing.
It was always a pleasure to work with Ted who
clearly loved all aspects of the publishing process from concept to final product.
Ted cared deeply about each book he brought to life.
It seemed to me, for Ted, a book was more than just a book, it
was often a tangible record of some aspect of Canadian life to be honoured and shared...
dog training, native studies, art, social studies, health. Through Ted's vision
many new writers and editors were encouraged to investigate unexplored topics in education..
...he believed in fostering possibilities and was prepared to support and work with others to help bring form and shape
to their dreams.
Most respectfully,
Cheryl McLean
Editor, Creative Arts in Interdisciplinary Practice, Creative Arts in Research for Community and Cultural Change, Creative Arts in Humane Medicine
Wilma Wood
June 22, 2013
I am glad that I knew him.
June 21, 2013
June-21-13
We are very sorry to hear of Ted's passing. We were very grateful to Ted for publishing our first book K9 Search & Rescue and so many after that first one. Ted was a man of less words but what he said was warm and meant well. Our condolences to all the family. Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak.
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June 20, 2013
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Ted helped so many of us publish books that were used in so many schools, universities, and private libraries. As a consequence, his legacy is a more literate and informed Canada. Thanks Ted. E. L. (Betty) Donaldson
George Melnyk
June 20, 2013
So sorry to learn of Ted's passing. He was a great publisher to many Alberta writers and I am glad that he was interested in some of my work. My condolences to all the family.
Cheryl Foggo
June 20, 2013
I will always be grateful to Ted for publishing my first book. He was a delightful man who did important work that will continue to resonate in the decades ahead.
Cathie Crooks
June 19, 2013
I knew Ted from his work with Detselig. He was always leading the way, connecting authors and readers using every means at hand. When I sat on the board of the Book Publishers Association of Alberta with him, I admired his gentle and kind nature as well as his experience as a publisher. He always made sure everyone was heard.
My thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
Jacci Bibeau
June 18, 2013
Sandra, My heart weeps for your loss. I know how much you did for your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs
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