Obituary of Michael Peter Leibel

Sadly missed but always remembered. Taken far too soon, there was still so much to do; he will be so incredibly missed. Michael was born in Macklin, Saskatchewan on November 17, 1956 to Valentine and Anastasia Leibel. He was the youngest of fourteen children. Michael was a fun loving husband, father and grandfather who always had a story and a smile. He loved spending time with family and friends, especially around a camp fire or on his deck. A true legend, as so many would say. Michael always had so much fun, and lived life to the fullest. Michael has worked in the mining industry for over 20 years and was currently employed at the DeBeers Diamond Mine. Michael spent a lot of time with his mine family; he met a lot of amazing lifelong friends and cared deeply for them all. On Thursday, February 11, 2016, Michael "Mike" passed away suddenly at the Provost Health Centre at the age of 59 years. Left to celebrate his life is his wife whom he adored, Ellen; four children, Michelle (Darcy) Allin, Jennifer (Jason) Chachula, Kimberly (Clayton) Gellner and Christopher (Jodi) Leibel; nine grandchildren, Bricen, Kaylee, Alyssa, Payten, Aiden, Crue, Kase, McKenna, Kepp; with one more grandchild on the way….which Michael was very excited for. Michael will also be dearly remembered by his brothers; Norbert (Elsie), Thomas, Robert, Maynard (Carol) and William; sisters, Sister Valentia, Josine (George), Imelda, Catherine (Elmer), Elizabeth (Leo) and Theresa (Ralph); sisters in law, Marie and Sally ; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Michael was predeceased by his parents, Valentine and Anastasia Leibel; brothers, Steven and Ted Leibel; brother in law, Lynn Robertson.