Garry Saunders

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A photo of Garry Saunders

Garry David Saunders passed peacefully on Thursday March 13, 2025 at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.  He was predeceased by his parents Stan & Leta, brother Dan, sister Linda and sister-in-law Geraldine.

He is survived by his loving wife and best friend Linda who he married in 1965.  Cherished father to Sherry of Keswick and David (Becky) of Kingsville.  Best Grandpa to his two granddaughters who he thought the world of: Hannah and Mariah (Craig) and new Great-Grandfather to Stevie.

Brother to Rick (Anne), Don (Liz), Paul (late Geri) and sister-in-law Connie.

At Garry’s request, cremation has taken place and his ashes will be scattered at a later date.  Donations to the new Blenheim Medical Health Hub https://blenheimhealthhub.com/donate/ would be appreciated.

 

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Dear Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is loosing a spouse. I don't think Wayne actually worked with Garry, but knew him through the SWRC. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Take care.

Lynn Clark // March 22, 2025

Dear Linda, Sherry, David and family, we are so sad to hear of Garry’s passing. He will always be remembered as a kind and helpful person with a fantastic sense of humour. May cherished memories and the help and support of family and friends give you comfort during this difficult time.

Rod and Patti Butson // March 20, 2025

My condolences on the passing of Garry. Many wonderful and memorable memories over the years that I will cherish. Blessed to have known him and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time

Amy Finn // March 19, 2025

Hi linda so sorry to hear of garrys passing sincerely my thoughts and prayers g out to you an yours

Gail Baltzer // March 19, 2025

I remember Gary from SRC. Always a happy go lucky type guy. Thoughts and prayers to his family

jim bulley // March 19, 2025

Dear Linda So sorry to hear about Garry's passing My deepest condolences Karin van Hintum

Karin van Hintum // March 19, 2025

So sorry to see Garry passed away . My thoughts are with you

Julie russell // March 18, 2025

Dear Linda and family. We are so sad to hear of Gary's passing. We both enjoyed working with Gary and he was very well respected. Our condolences to all. Carmen and Dennis

Carmen and Dennis Yurke // March 18, 2025

Linda and family; Please accept my condolences. Garry was one of my all time favorites to work with. He had that special blend of calmness in any situation along with his quick wit and dry sense of humor. I enjoyed many a shift with him over the years from rousing floor hockey games, to a week of water fights at Scout camp in Clearville, to renting the ice at the Ridgetown arena and him showing up with goalie pads and rubber boots to play with us. Outside of work brings back special memories of enjoying afternoons playing pool with a couple of "frosties" and then heading to watch "Monday Night Football" at the Silverdome. Great memories with a great guy. Rest in peace my friend. Paul Tripp

Paul Tripp // March 18, 2025

Linda and family, we are so sad to hear of Gary's passing. One would be hard pressed to find a nicer person. May your many memories comfort you.

Joe and Shari De Maeyer // March 18, 2025

Linda and family, we are so sad to hear of Gary's passing. One would be hard press to find a nicer person. May your many memories comfort you.

Joe and Shari De Maeyer // March 18, 2025

Linda and family, so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers. RIP Garry Sincerely, Pat & Barry

Barry Henderson // March 18, 2025

Deepest condolences to Gary’s family, I worked with Gary for several years at Southwest Regional Centre. He was a great pleasure to work with.

Karen Roe // March 18, 2025

Linda and family. So very sorry to hear of your loss of Gary. I have many good memories of you both over the years. Thinking of you.

Joyce Gardiner // March 18, 2025

Dear Linda, I am sending my deepest sympathies and hugs to you. I had the pleasure of working with Garry for several years. His demeanor and dry sense of humor made every shift a good one! Its been a while since Garry and I had an opportunity to chat during grocery shopping, it was always nice to see him! He will be remembered ❤

Magdelaine Jack // March 17, 2025

Dear Linda, I am sending my deepest sympathies and hugs to you. I had the pleasure of working with Garry for several years. His demeanor and dry sense of humor made every shift a good one! Its been a while since Garry and I had an opportunity to chat during grocery shopping, it was always nice to see him! He will be remembered ❤

Magdelaine Jack // March 17, 2025

Linda, Sherry and David .. I am sadden to read of Garry's passing. Lean on your memories to get you through this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and [prayers.

Doreen Pook // March 17, 2025

Dearest Linda, Sherry , and David and family , Sending all of you our deepest condolences in the passing of Garry, Dad , and Grampa. May his good memories help heal your broken hearts 💔. And become your special treasures. We lived across the street from you on Princess Street. Many years ago. 🫂 💕Barb n Charlie

Barb and Charlie Cowell // March 17, 2025

Our Condolences from Randy & Julie Pook

Julie Pook // March 17, 2025

So sorry for your loss Linda!

Diane Lieder // March 17, 2025

My condolences to Gary’s family. Our offices were across the hall from each other at SRC, and we sure had a lot of laughs, and very serious conversation, we thought we were solving all the problems of the world! May he rest in peace. Deb and Doug Toland

Deb Toland // March 17, 2025

Linda and family, George and I are very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Hugs to you all. Sincerely, George & Linda

Linda & George Paling (Stonehouse) // March 17, 2025

Linda and family. My sincere condolences.

Karen Cofell // March 17, 2025

My sincere condolences to Linda and Gary’s family. Gary was a real gentleman with a wonderful “dry” sense of humour. I especially enjoyed our coffee breaks most mornings RIP Gary🙏

Wayne Schnabel // March 17, 2025