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Visitation and Funeral
There will be no visitations or funeral service. A private family graveside service will be held at Birch Hill Cemetery.
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Helen Pettipas lit a candle
Saturday, October 17, 2020
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My condolences to Gary's family. Rest easy Gary. He always had a smile on his face when he came to Tim Horton's.
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Barry and Diane(Munro) Sponagle posted a condolence
Thursday, October 15, 2020
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My brother Danny and I attended the Rocklin (one room Schoolhouse with Gary). Gary was always a very kind and caring person. Sending our thoughts and prayers to all of Gary's family at this difficult time.
Barry and Diane(Munro) Sponagle
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Sharon & Wayne MacDougall lit a candle
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
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Very sorry to hear of Gary passing. He was a great guy, kind, generous & funny. Sincere condolences to all the Smeltzer family.
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Judy Elliott posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing, our deepest sympathy to Philis and to his family
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Max and Judy Elliott
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Emerson Dempster posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. A quiet guy, quick to laugh, will be missed by those of us that not only worked with him at Michelin, but the shared coffee at MacDonalds or Tim’s, Rest In Peace my friend.
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rita fraser posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Sorry to hear of your loss.
Fred and Rita Fraser, Millbrook, Pictou County.
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Linda Crosby lit a candle
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
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So sorry for your loss!
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Renee Smeltzer posted a condolence
Monday, October 12, 2020
I 'll miss you big brother! So sorry, Julie,Gary,and Phyllis, I Love You guys.
Take comfort in knowing that he has a lot of family and friends around him in Heaven. Renee Smeltzer
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Heather Dalling Cameron posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, October 11, 2020
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Just remembering to old days when dad (Milton), Brenda, and I would top in and visit with you guys for a few hours
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Anne Smeltzer Ramsay lit a candle
Sunday, October 11, 2020
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Phyllis, Julie Anne, Gary Stephen, all my precious siblings, family and friends I express my deepest condolences at the loss of my brother Gary. Gary is the oldest sibling in our family. Gary always told us that he being the first born had paved the way through the womb for the rest of us to enter this world. Than he would give that big smile.
I have so many memories of Gary. One I will never forget was when Gary bought his first motor bike. Of course he wanted to take everyone for a ride. He was so proud of that bike. I really didn't want to go but how could I say no. I was so scared and held on so tight. I told him he would probably have my nail prints in his sides for years to come.
Another time he was digging worms to go fishing and I decided I was going to help him. Apparently I got to close to the shovel and with mouth bleeding ran into the house crying for my Mom. I think that was the end of little sister helping him to dig worms.
Gary could be a very serious guy but he always had a smile on his face. He loved to talk and tell stores and loved people. A very friendly guy. I am proud to call him my brother. He loved his family with all his heart. I will so miss the times we had together going to Tim Horton's or McDonald's for a coffee and a chat. Going home will not be the same next time. It is very hard losing a loved one but even harder when we can't be there with our family and friends. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
RIP Big Brother Gary. You will always be in my heart.
Love Anne and Mike
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David Mason posted a condolence
Sunday, October 11, 2020
Sorry to hear of Gary's passing....We will miss swapping lies over coffee at Tim Hortons...Rest in peace old buddy....Dave and Barb Mason...
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Pat Matheson posted a condolence
Sunday, October 11, 2020
Julie, Gary and family. Bob and I send out our deepest sympathy to you. Bob and Pat Matheson
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Harry Brooks posted a condolence
Sunday, October 11, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Enjoyed many jam sessions at Wayne's over the years. Memories will see the
family through the coming days. Harry Brooks
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Susan Wright lit a candle
Sunday, October 11, 2020
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Julie, you and your family are in my prayers,
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MaryGwen MacDonald posted a condolence
Sunday, October 11, 2020
Stewart, Ruby and family. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Gary,s passing. Hewas always smiling, and would always take time to stop and chat whenever we saw each other. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. RIPGary. Sincerely Garry and Mary Gwen MacDonald.
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John posted a condolence
Sunday, October 11, 2020
worked at Michelin with Gary for years. Enjoyed coffee with him at McDonalds quite often. A nice gentleman and always a smile. Rest In Peace my friend
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Sheila Brooks lit a candle
Sunday, October 11, 2020
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Gail Stewart posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Deepesr sympathy to the family of Gary. So sorry for your loss.Always so nice whenever we met. He will be greatly missed!
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Bell Fraser posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the family. Gary was such a nice man, always had a smile and time for a quick chat. He will be missed!
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Shawna Brooks lit a candle
Saturday, October 10, 2020
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Our hearts goes out to all of you: Phyllis, Gary, Julie, and all of the siblings who can't be close to share in his memory but still feel deeply. He will be greatly missed.
~Betty, Ben, & Shawna
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Christine McLean lit a candle
Saturday, October 10, 2020
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stewart smeltzer posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Gary Stephen Julie Anne So rry to hear about the passing of your Dad my Brother a proud Grampie and a good friend to many he will surely be missed he will leave a big void in every one hearts that loved him and knew him wished i could be there to support you and all of the family through this difficult time sister Annie has kept me updated through this sad time i was away for a week camping and just returned i have seen the write up about his passing i had just called your Dad the day before he went to hospital he was in incredible spirits telling me about your visit jJulie and Gary Stephan helping him out we joked and carried on like allways i was impressed how good he semmed to be we talked for about an hour i am sure glad i called when i did the Good Lord makes no mistakes so i was sure shocked when he passed on so quick my prayers are that your Dad will live on in your hearts and you will find that inner peace when you think of the fond memories of your dad that loved you both i feel in my heart that now your Dad is gone to be with your mom he never ever got over the passing of your Mom with Gods Love Hugs and Kisses Uncle Stewart Ruby Kaitlyn Ashley
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dale gower posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
always enjoyed a few minutes chatting whenwe met at macdonalds,he loved his coffee and newspaper time.sincerest condolences to all
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Henny Cresine posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
To Phyllis , Gary and families,
We are sorry to hear of the loss to your family.
Sincere condolences, Allan and Henny Cresine
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Beverly Rogers lit a candle
Saturday, October 10, 2020
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Rest in piece dear brother Gary. I love you so much. You have been so important to me my entire life,, I will miss you.
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William Dunbar posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Condolances to the family and friends of Gary . Knew him and Deanna for years . RIP Gary
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Harold Langille lit a candle
Saturday, October 10, 2020
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My father..Harold Langille worked at the Michelin Granton plant with Gary and considered him a close friend. He still remarks that when he had his near fatal heart attack in the nineties the very first person to come and visit him when he got home from the hospital was Gary. We are so sorry to hear of his passing and are sending condolences to the family. Rest in peace dear friend.
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Glen & Bev Rogers lit a candle
Saturday, October 10, 2020
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Rip Gary, known Gary for more then 40 years. He was much more then a brother in law but a true friend. We shared problems and together we came to solutions. I can think of many stories over the 40 years but the one that always stood out was the time I asked Gary if he was going to do any deer hunting this year? He said yes, going right after the Westville parade. Lol His one liners and Jokes were so much fun to me. Going to miss you big guy, so loved you.
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Tiffany Lawrence posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I knew him since 2003. We always had great chats at Tim's when I worked there. Gary has always been supportive of every single fundraiser I did over the years, visit both my kids when they were born. He was a great guy, and will be missed.
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Emerson Dempster posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Another Michelin employee taken from us far too soon. Rest In Peace my friend, your smile will not soon be forgotten.
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Bonnie(Robson) Denslow posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2020
I was so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He always made it down for a visit whenever I came home. I will miss his smiling face! RIP Gary!❤️
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