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Dede Stacey Gilser

April 20, 1970 - June 19, 2021

GILSER, Dede – It is with great sadness that the family of Dede Gilser announce her passing on Friday, June 18, 2021. Dede passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Dede is lovingly remembered by her husband Kelly Krekel, her brother Greg, sister-in-law Enza, niece Alexia, and nephews Logan and Jordan. She will be missed by all her friends whom she loved dearly and Pasha, who never left her side. We will all miss her ‘not today’ mantra. She left us too soon, but will forever have a piece of everyone’s heart, ALWAYS AND FOREVER.

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Lots of great memories from the early 90’s in Toronto.

~ Steve H

I am very sorry for your loss. May the fond memories you have of Dede comfort you in the days ahead. Jack Zak

~ Jack Zak

My Beloved Dede. You carried a strength and grace unrivalled. Your authentic, genuine nature, my yearning. Your Beauty, matched only inside. You loved others so fiercely you often made my heart cry. You chose me and loved me so completely, so fiercely, it seemed only fair to give you all of me. You brought out the best in those you called yours and in me, I thank you for that. I'm grateful for you, our story, our love. Rest now sweetness, you did all you could and so much more, I couldn't have asked for anything else. You did great bb. Rest now my precious your love echoes in eternity. Always and Forever Your loving Preppy.

~ Kelly Krekel

My sweet “Dede Buds” was like a little sister. I remember visiting my cousin Dede the first day her parents brought her home from the hospital 51 years ago. I would always hold and cuddle Dede. Then as Dede got older, she followed me everywhere, confided with me and looked up to me. Over the years, we drifted, but my love and respect for Dede never went away. My dear Dede, you will always live on in my heart. My sincerest condolences to Kelly and the Gilser family. Love, Renay

~ Renay Lambert

So sad to hear of the loss of Dede. May love surround you enough to take your pain away and always cherish the memories. Karin Ford and family

~ Karin

My deepest condolences Kelly, Greg, Enza, Alexia, Logan, Jordan - and all those who knew and loved her. Dede was a bright star. May she continue to guide all of our hearts. -Lisa Ghione

~ Lisa Ghione

We’re very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Kerry & Mark Mandel and family

~ Mark Mandel

Dede was a beautiful sister and sister-in-law and the most amazing aunt. She meant the world to us. It broke our hearts to lose her. She did not go alone because a part of us went with her. She had an unrelenting strength. Her candid views on life taught us how important it was to live everyday like it was her last. Dede left us beautiful memories and we will forever cherish our time together. She never judged. She was always there for her family and her friends. Dede loved fiercely. Dede was a loving wife, big hearted sister, caring aunt and beautiful friend. She is one of the most selfless and bravest women we will ever know. Dede, in life we loved you dearly and in death we do the same. And although we cannot see you, you will forever be in our hearts. We hold your memories very close. We will always miss you and continue to love you, “ALWAYS AND FOREVER”. Greg, Enza, Alexia, Logan and Jordan Gilser

~ Gilser Family

Dear Kelly Sincerest condolences . Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Marijane Archer

~ Marijane Archer

A gracious and wonderful person will miss your presence and wonderful smile . Now at rest fly high angel . Sharon Rogers

~ Sharon Rogers

Dear Greg and family. Our parents were such good friends many years ago. I'm so sorry for your loss. Love, Jay Teichman.

~ Jay Teichman

Forever in my heart ❤️ ❤️

~ Adena

Dede; You were one of my favourite coworkers. You made work fun, and easy. You were always there for me when I needed to talk. You are such a sweet, gentle, compassionate person. I miss your laugh, and I miss your smile.

~ Austin

Always loved. Forever remembered. ❤

~ Edith Wajswasser

Dede will live on in the memories of so many. She was so easy to love, and it is so hard to lose her. May her memory be a blessing to all who loved her. Jennifer Grimman

~ Paige Jennifer

Dede, You will be remembered for the light and joy you brought to so many, especially your co-workers at HD. I am so very sad you are no longer with us and also happy that you are no longer suffering. I will remember and miss you always. I am sending my sincerest condolences to all who loved her. ❤️Hugs❤️

~ Denise DeFraeye

Thank you Dede for being Dede. Thank you Preppy for sharing life and death's most intimate moments.

~ Ted Howitt