The whole Gillett family
Heather, I am so sorry to hear of Blaine‘s passing, And I’m sending you my sincere condolences. Much love to you and Heather Kaye.
GILLETT, Blain Lloyd
1941 - 2025
On August 3, 2025, with immeasurable sadness, our family had to say our final goodbyes to a very special man – our husband, father, father-in-law, papa, great grandfather, brother, uncle great uncle and friend.
Blain is survived by Heather (Walker), his wife of 60 years, his children Robert (Jenifer), Heather-Kay (Steven) and Scott (Kayde). He is also survived by his grandchildren Kayla, Devin (Alyssa), Kate, Addison and great-grandson Oliver. He will be missed by numerous nieces and nephews.
Blain was born on June 5, 1941 in Englehart to the late Lloyd Gillett and Ruth Ellen (Wood). He was a resident of Swastika most of his life. He grew up in Swastika with his siblings Ross (late Diann), Joan (late Donald) and David.
Blain was a hard worker-steady, reliable and dedicated. He excelled as a carpenter with no project being too big or too small. He constantly looked for an easier or better way of completing the task and would invent something unique that would achieve these goals.
Blain carried with him a great sense of humour that could lighten any room and he could bring a smile even in the toughest moments. He loved to laugh with family and friends, his wit was sharp, and his kindness ran deep. He thoroughly enjoyed hearing a story or telling a very tall tale, especially over a cup of tea or coffee. With either his goofy smile or his straight face, “Blaino” had a way of making people feel welcomed and valued.
We will remember his humour and his wisdom, but we will miss his presence most of all. However, we will always carry his spirit within us. He leaves a legacy of love, strength and resilience that we’ll honour daily.
Our sincere thanks to everyone who has supported us throughout this difficult journey.
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Heather and all your dear family
I was saddened to read this today. I have such fond memories of the “ property” when I first started coming up to Terrys parents place. Terry so admired Blaine’s ability to always know how to fix things ,,,, sometimes in most unconventional ways. Sometimes when he was struggling with something in his garage he’d say,
“ I need Blaine Gillett here” . Rest in Peace Blaine. I wonder what they are fixing now?
Thoughts and prayers for you Heather and all the family.
Heather and her family
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Our sympathy to you and your family.
Robert and family
MY sincerest condolences for the passing of your father. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
May my support
warm your heart
The Gillett Family
Sending our heartfelt condolences to your family at this difficult time.
The Gillett Family and Friends
Thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time, and on behave of his coffee buddy Sonny he sends his condolences also. RIP Blaine
Heather and her family
Please accept my condolences at this sad time. So sorry for your loss
Heather and family
Our most sincere condolences on the loss of Blain. He did love to tell his tall tales and always had a smile for you. 60 years is such a legacy and so seldom seen. May your memories of good times warm your hurting hearts.
Gillett family
So to hear of Blains passing he was a very gentle man, always greeted us with a smile. He was very happy person always had a joke or two whenever or wherever we met r.i.p. Blain
Heather, Robert, Heather-Kay, Scotty and Families
My heartfelt sympathy to you Heather, and all Blain's loved ones. My favorite memory of Blain is seeing him and his coffee-buddies at west end Timmy's, sitting at the corner table laughing and guffawing over their latest gossip. Every early morning I'd stop in, Blain would call out to me with a witty comment or joke and they'd all jump in. I left Timmy's with a huge grin. He was fun.
Ellen
May my support
warm your heart
Heather
Heather and family’s we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Blain sending much love and condolences to you all.
Pete & sue McLean
May my support
warm your heart
Gillett family
Blain was always there for us. He helped my Mom and myself so much , with the house and with the cleaning of the driveway in winter, etc.
I remember when I was much younger , in the third week of December, he would come over and we would go out and get a Christmas Tree . It was my job to install and to decorate. That is such a precious memory. Thank you Blain.
All my blessings to Heather , Robert , Heather kay and Scottling who took such good care of him until the end.The pain of grief is the proof of love.
May all your storms be weathered. May all that's good get better. All the best, David G.
Mrs. Gillet and family
So profoundly sorry to hear of Mr. Gillet's passing. It's been a few years since last I saw any of the Gillet family, but at times like this, I do wish I lived closer. Deepest condolences to all.
Valerie (Lang) Gustar
Mrs Gillett & Family
So sorry to read of your husband's passing. Thinking of you & your family, at this difficult time.
Brenda
May my support
warm your heart
Heather and family
My deepest condolences.
Heather Gillett & Family
Heather, I am very sorry to read of Blain’s passing. Holding you & the family in my prayers, praying in time all memories of fun times will easy your sorry. Don & I send our love & deepest sympathies.
