July 1, 1937 – April 1, 2017

Gary passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on a beautiful sunny day in Palm Springs, California, from complications of a stroke. Gary will be loved and forever missed by his wife, Edna, Son Delano, Daughter-in-law Dawn and Granddaughter Paige. His memory will also be cherished by his brothers Carman (Linda) and Ken, Sister-in-law Hazel MacDonald and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Gary was predeceased by his son Cory, Brother Vern MacDonald, Sister-in-law Ruby Candido and his Parents, Len and Fran.

Gary was born in Merritt and raised in Kamloops. Sports were an integral part of his life. As a young man Gary played hockey in Grimshaw Alberta and Williams Lake where he won his most treasured trophy, his wife Edna. Together they shared 58 years and were truly partners in life.

Gary was an avid curler enjoying many happy times and triumphs at the Kamloops Curling Club. Summers were spent on the golf course. Gary started golfing at the Kamloops Golf Course and was a life-long member of Rivershore Golf Club. Gary and Edna spent the last 20 years wintering in Palm Springs enjoying year round golfing. Gary’s sporting accomplishments also included softball spending many hours on the baseball diamonds of Riverside Park.

Gary spent many years in the automotive industry. He was a partner at Dearborn Motors before realizing his dream as the owner of Kamloops Ford Lincoln. 

Above all Gary was a man of honesty and integrity. He was a devoted husband and father and a most beloved Papa to Paige. Gary was a true friend with many life-long friends. Throughout the years Gary would treat his friends to steelhead fishing excursions on the Dean River.

Prayers will be held in the Schoening Funeral Chapel on Monday, April 17th at 6:00 pm. Following Gary’s wishes a private entombment will take place in the Evergreen Mausoleum on Tuesday, April 18th. 
In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the BC Cancer Agency would be greatly appreciated. A celebration of Gary’s life will be held at a later date to be announced.
 

Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

• Date : 2017-04-01
• Location : Palm Springs, California