Harold Rathgaber

HAROLD ALFRED RATHGABER

 Suddenly, on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at his residence in Selkirk, Manitoba, Harold Rathgaber, aged 75 years passed away.

 He was predeceased by his father Alfred Rathgaber and mother Martha Emmerton; step-father Lynn Emmerton and his one and only sibling Donnett Hodge.

 He will still be respected and loved by his wife of 48 years Barbara Rathgaber (McCallum/Moore); son Christopher Rathgaber, grandkids, Kyle and Devon Rathgaber; son Tyler Rathgaber and grandson Brennan Elphich; son Geoffrey (Dina) Rathgaber and granddaughters Alexa and Addison Rathgaber.

 Harold is also survived by his brother-in-law Roland Hodge; numerous nieces and nephews; his step-mother Mary Emmerton as well as many friends he had made on his loved fishing excursions, trips to Mexico and just getting to know people with his many questions and sharing his recommendations.

  A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, June 16th at 4:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Reception Centre in Selkirk, Manitoba. Please bring your stories of Harold to share with his family and friends.

  Special thanks to the Selkirk EMT’s and RCMP who helped to make a bad experience less devastating.

  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Selkirk Hospital or a charity of your choice.

  Please pay forward any helping hand that Harold might have given you to someone in need.

  Condolences may be left on his tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

  Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.

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