Gilbert Johan Benedictson
Born July 6, 1931 in Riverton, Manitoba
Passed September 21, 2026 at the age of 95 years
Funeral Service
Monday October 5th, 2026, @ 11:00 am
Hosanna Lutheran Church 9009 163 Street, Edmonton, AB
Officiating – Pastor Anna Thede
He is survived by his daughter, Cindy Benedictson.
Predeceased by his wife, Frances and son Jeffrey.
Also predeceased by his parents Valdi and Freda, and siblings, Alan, Donald, Raymond and Anna.
Gilbert had a very long career with CIBC for over 40 years.
Gilbert retired in 1990.
He and his wife Frances travelled extensively in the next chapter of their life.
He was an avid skier, curler and even better gardener.
He coached baseball and hockey in his younger years. He also volunteered for numerous other charities.
He loved the Edmonton Oilers and he could be heard cheering very loudly from his favorite chair in the basement.
Although Gil did not have any grandchildren he was considered Papa and Grandpa to many young ones in his life.
Gil would always say KEEP SMILING!!
Donations in Gilbert’s memory may be made to the Terry Fox Foundation, https:terryfox.org
Smile
How many times throughout the day do you smile Or have you not smiled throughout the day in a while
Did you know, each time you smile, you brighten up someone’s day.
Additionally, if you are in a bad mood, a smile would chase the bad mood away
A smile brings happiness, joy and fulfillment that helps the brain chemistry to flow
A smile helps you to feel better about life and helps relationships to grow
There is great power residing inside a simple smile that allows people to grin
When you smile, you invite other people into your life to share new experiences as a friend.
Keep Smiling
With fond memories of long ago in Grande Prairie.
Rest Well.
Condolences to the family. I worked with Mr Benedictson at the CIBC Strathearn Branch. He was a serious man and hated the computers when they came in. We worked hard but had lots of fun. I have fond memories of those days.