Gary passed away at Victoria General Hospital on February 16, 2021, at the age of 72. Born in Victoria on May 31, 1948, Gary is survived by his loving wife Marlene, his children Paul, Jill and Sue, and grandchildren.
Gary worked for many years at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC and after retirement, built his dream log home on the mountain, where he lived with his wife for 25 years. A loving husband and father, Gary was an avid woodworker who built fine furniture and many beautiful items for their home. He had a fabulous dry sense of humour and a strength of character equal only to his warm and loving heart.
A memorial for family will be held later in the year. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Multiple Myeloma Foundation of Canada.
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#1 Comment By Lucille Tomminen On February 19, 2021 @ 6:35 pm
Marlene and family, so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He will be sadly missed by many. Sending our heartfelt thoughts to all. Lucy and Jouni Tomminen
#2 Comment By Gepke On February 19, 2021 @ 7:32 pm
What a lovely picture of our dear brother-in-law and uncle. It’s how we will always remember him. We will miss him. Gepke, Rick, Marika, and Adrian.
#3 Comment By Edie Jordan On February 19, 2021 @ 8:35 pm
Our hearts go out to you Marlene, Paul, Jill, Susan and family. We will all miss Gary immensely.
Love Edie, Ken, and family.
#4 Comment By Alissa Polet On February 20, 2021 @ 11:41 am
My heart breaks for you all right now. Sending my sincerest condolences, and love to all of you.
Alissa
#5 Comment By Mrs. Kathlynn Polet On February 20, 2021 @ 12:14 pm
Marlene ,Paul, Jill,Susan
And family. We Sending you all our Loving thoughts, hugs and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss. May Gary Rest Comfort In eternal peace. As He will be missed by Many RIP Gary we will miss you.
Love Kathy ,Alissa,Rebecca and Family
#6 Comment By Peter Polet On February 20, 2021 @ 4:23 pm
Marlene and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss of Gary. We will always remember his beautiful smile, warmness, and how very talented he was. He will be missed by all of us.
Love Pete, Karen, and family.
#7 Comment By Nicole On February 21, 2021 @ 2:50 pm
I’m so sorry Aunty Marlene, Paul, Jill and Sue. Uncle Gary will be dearly missed. Thinking of you all right now and sending so much love.
– Nicole, Zac & Everett
#8 Comment By Rainie Kleckner On February 23, 2021 @ 4:14 am
Sharing Abundant Love, Hugs, and Prayers to Marlene, Paul, Jill, Sue, and all the Grandchildren, and the entire Family – – May Prayers, Blessings, and Peace engulf you all during this very difficult and extremely sad time… God Bless!!
#9 Comment By Douwe and Jessie Bosma On February 24, 2021 @ 9:05 am
Our sincere condolences Marlene and family on the passing away of Gary
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!!
Jessie and Douwe
#10 Comment By Gerta de Jong On February 27, 2021 @ 3:25 pm
Marlene and family, I’m so sorry to hear this news. I didn’t know Gary and maybe only met him once or twice. May he rest in peace. Thinking of you all. Take care of each other. With care, Gerta
#11 Comment By Henk & Eta Meinders On March 2, 2021 @ 10:31 am
Dear Marlene and family, Our sincere condolences with the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Henk and Eta Meinders