Chiasson, Angus Luke (Gus)

Chiasson, Angus Luke (Gus)

 

Died July 26, 2013 in Strathmore Alberta.

Born February 5, 1937 in New Waterford, Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia.

 

Gus grew up in Cheticamp, Cape Breton until he was 17 years of age joining the army. He took training in Shilo MB, where he was with the IRCHA as a paratrooper. Following his stint in the military he worked in the logging camps on Northern Vancouver Island, then settling in Alberta working on various farms and ranches. His later years were spent in the oil and gas industry as a pipefitter and safety instructor.

Gus enjoyed and loved the outdoors whether it was riding his horse or just camping. Gus was a prankster with all he met and knew. His sense of humor was his trademark. Even through his many health issues, he always managed a big smile and a joke right to the end.

During the last 5 years, he immensely enjoyed living in the 5th wheel spending the winters in Osoyoos creating many friendships over a game of cards, or a game of pool, or just having fun playing spoons on jam night. The summers were just as much fun being campground hosts at Tileybrook Provincial Park.

He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Evelyn, his two daughters, Kathy and Nicole, his four granddaughters, Taylor, Laiken, Kennedy and Gracey Mae, plus his “little Buddy” great granddaughter – Lyla. He is also survived by three brothers Raymond (Mary) Peter Paul (Claudette) and Melvin (Paula), Sister in law Dorothy MacKenzie, and Gayle Nakamera, brother in law Clifford Fuller plus many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Ben and Sadie Jane Chiasson and brother Daniel.

A private family service was held and a Family and friends gathering will be held at the Strathmore Legion on Wednesday, August 7th at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Strathmore Legion or to Stars Air Ambulance. He will be so deeply missed by many. We love you Grampi!