John Delton Charles GILBERT
- Born: 30 Nov 1935, Stratford, Perth, ON, Canada
- Christened: 7 Jun 1953, Stratford, Perth, ON, Canada
- Died: 5 Feb 1994, Stratford, Perth, ON, Canada aged 58
- Buried: 9 Feb 1994, Stratford, Perth, ON, Canada
 General Notes:
John served a 5-year apprenticeship as a machinist at the CNR shops in Stratford. In 1962 he took a job with Cooper Industries also in Stratford where he held quality control, inspection and supervisory positions. He enjoyed a lifelong interest in steam generation. He maintained an extensive machine shop at his home. He was a scuba diving expert and a volunteer member of the Stratford Search and Rescue Unit. In November 1975 a large metal casting crushed his leg. He was able to return to work a year later. Since 1969 he suffered from diabetes which led to foot infections in 1985. He fought a courageous battle to stem the infections and deal with related medical problems. He had in excess of thirty surgeries and over 50 hospital admissions during this time. He maintained a cheerful and caring attitude and never lost his sense of humour.
Burial Notes:
Avondale Cemetary
John married Grace Ruth FANGRAD, daughter of Edward FANGRAD and Ruth (Mary Elizabeth Ruth) HOPKINS.
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