MAYER, Gilles Mayer - Age 78, of Whitby, Ontario passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, June 8th, 2023 in Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer.
Born August 27th, 1944 in St. Catharines, Ontario to Irma Mayer and George Mayer.
Grew up in Niagara-on-the-Lake & Noelville with many fond memories of his siblings, brothers, Andre, Henry, Michel and Jean, and sister Cecile. Beloved husband of Rolanda (Oli), proud father of sons George and Glen, Father-in-Law to Rebecca (Becky) and Julie-Anne (Jules), Grandpa to Nicolas, Tysen, Murphy, Hudson, Marley, Oakleigh & Maverick across Canada & Australia. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Met his loving wife, Oli in Oshawa as they were neighbours and their dogs enjoyed playing together.
Started a family with Oli having 2 sons, George and Glen and moved to Whitby to raise the family. Enjoyed many family vacations across North America, Europe, Philippines & Australia. Took pride in watching his son’s sports including hockey, soccer & tae kwon do
Known to be a hard working individual, Gilles worked at General Motors in St. Catharines & Oshawa, LCBO distribution warehouse in Oshawa and Miller Waste in Oshawa. Retired in 2016
Hobbies included many sports (hockey, baseball, football, track & field…) playing cards, bowling, darts and enjoying time with his children and grandkids.
Gilles was known to be happy go luck, kind hearted fun loving gentleman with his trademark sense of humour, always willing to lend a hand to help others.
Arrangements with McEachnie Funeral Home.
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