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Gary Gilfillan Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Gilfillan
49 Entries
John Presseault
September 5, 2011
I first met Gary when I was his mailman and we started chatting. He would apologize for all the magazines that he got monthly to which I let him know that it was not a problem for me. He was such a caring person that you immediately warmed up to him. I once told him that I was going to be in an art show and to my surprise he showed up at opening night. He rushed into the exhibition, did a quick 360 and immediately came up to me and told me which piece that he wanted to purchase. Gary became one of my best patrons and I think a close friend. I will dearly miss you Gary especially our get togethers and the long talks. I love you buddy.
July 22, 2011
It has been almost 3 months since our dear
friend Gary passed away. I just haven't been
able to put into words how sad I am and how
much I miss him. The 20 year association is
having a wine-tasting outing and I thought
Gary would have just loved going to that.
He was a wonderful and loyal friend. However,I know he is up in heaven organizing St.Peter and the Angel chorus just as he managed us lowly mortals here on earth!
God Bless!
Mary DePoe
Maureen Blackmore
July 20, 2011
Gary, being your neighbour for over 12 years was truly a blessing. As I had told you over and over you are the "best neighbour ever". I was shocked that your illness took you away so quickly. We will truly miss you lots. Maureen and Steven, 7 Mackenzie Crescent, Toronto
Grateful for knowing You!
Gabor Paul Mezei
July 17, 2011
Dear Gary Gilfillan,
We enjoyed your warm touch in our contact with you, and were saddened by your passing on to another reality.
Your eclectic choice from my work in visual art for your collection, always cheered me up.The works now are in another collection of a new and highly appreciated friend and collector.I am sure you have helped this to happen in mysterious ways.Will remember You until I join you in the great beyond.
Gabor and Csopi Mezei (Gallery Gabor Ltd.)
Rick Wilkins
June 6, 2011
Goodbye,Gary
It was a pleasure working with you during the "CBC" years and more recently at various jazz venues.
Carolyn & I will miss you very much.
Beverly Fox
June 4, 2011
While most might think of Gary in Toronto, I remember Gary visiting our acreage here in British Columbia. He seemed so at home, feeding the chickens, turning the garden, cooking, cleaning. He really put all his effort into eveything he did and was always eager to help out. I also remember the hours he spent writing postcards to all his friends.
Elaine Brown
June 1, 2011
A gentle instructor for AD's, on air talent, and those searching for appropriate music - Gary welcomed questions, and discussion. Always polite and interested in what others had going on in their lives, Gary demonstrated the care he felt through his on-going committment to the EAP even through his retirement. We were blessed to have worked with him!
May 30, 2011
Thank you Gary for making feel so welcome in your very special friendship with my dear sister, Carroll.
Maureen & Jim Dunn
May 27, 2011
Gary - our first keep-fit instructor at the old Central 'Y'. You kept us on our toes so hope you are keeping everyone on their toes up there.
May 27, 2011
I only met Gary recently, but was immdiately struck by his warmth and thoughtfulness. I enjoyed his company at the Hyde's Sunday "Muffin Get Togethers" and I shall miss him.
Nonnie Elkins
May 26, 2011
Gary, over the years we worked on many a CBC show together. But my best recollections come from working with you on the Toronto committee of the Employee Assistance Programme. Thank you for all the time you gave to the committee and for your sincere caring for others. Blessings, my friend.
- Ken Johnstone -
Michael Smith
May 26, 2011
I too, was sadden to learn of the passing of Gary. I have nothing but fond memories of a very kind, patient, joyful man who brought a lot of cheer to those around him. I bet he'll be meeting up with Barbara (and many, many others) in a better place.
Wayne Moss
May 26, 2011
Just wanted to add our thoughts from the Moss family. From the time I was 5 as a child actor until I worked with Gary when I was a studio director and director Gary was always interested in what Alfie's kids were doing. It was great to have such a wonderful time and he will be remembered by the Moss midgets as he called us as someone we grew up knowing and working with.
Wayne Moss
Floyd Burrell
May 26, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. It was a pleasure knowing and working with Gary. He will be sadly missed.
Ted O'Reilly
May 23, 2011
What a surprise that he had died! A short while back he was enjoying live jazz at Quotes, telling stories about the songs and intimating that there was always a little more that he would tell you about later... Now, there's no later, and it feels like someone tore down the library. "It's been good to know ya", Gary.
Stewart Cuppage
May 22, 2011
May 22,2011
Gary was one of the kindest people I have ever met. If you were ill, he would send you a card, if you were down in the dumps, he had a card for that on hand to send to you to cheer you up.
GUIDO BASSO
May 22, 2011
Dear Gary:
I am in shock, I will miss you and your hip requests for songs that were such a pleasure to play for you. You left us without ever saying "in 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. RIP.
May 22, 2011
Gary Gilfillan was a freelance director's dream Floor Manager (AD). My years on the Wayne & Shuster Specials were made easier by Gary's wonderful appreciation of what frustrations can happen on a Big Budget show with a limited SHOOT time.
His biting wit, insightful observations and cheerful enthusiasm made up for the cumulative angst that seemed to grow during each taping session.
Gary had a terrific working style with actors, musicians, crew members and itinerant directors as well. He made my transition from private TV to Mother Corp. comfortable and fun.
He will be missed by everyone who had the good fortune to work alongside or be in his delightful company. He was a true ray of sunshine and positive reinforcement at all times.
GOD SPEED GARY GILFILLAN
Trevor Evans
Tony Hodge
May 21, 2011
Worked with you a couple of times Gary but will always remember you for that music sponge you called a brain.You are missed.
Richard Rice
May 20, 2011
Never expected to read your obituary. I expected you to read MINE, though. It was a pleasure, old son. G'bye, eh.
Rick
Janet Collins
May 18, 2011
Gary, you were a thoughtful and caring friend to us all.I will miss your interesting stories too.
Bruce Graham
May 18, 2011
Gary was one of the truly great "Floor Walkers" of CBC. He always had a smile and made the day fun. Gary Gilsilly was our pet name for he. Take care my freind. Keep Heavens Music Library in order.
John Kirkup
May 17, 2011
Gary. Goodbye my beautiful and flamboyant old friend. I wish you good luck on your new journey and give your Mom a hug from me when you see her.
Ed Vincent
May 17, 2011
Left us too soon.
He will be missed.
George & Maureen Clements
May 17, 2011
Gary, we were surprised and shocked to hear of your death we never got to thank you for the note you sent George just a month ago . We will miss you . May you rest in peace
george gilmour
May 17, 2011
It was a pleasure working with Gary.He always had a smile on his face and was always happy.we had a nickname for him --it was gary gilsilly.It is always sad to lose a friend--but it would have been a sadder life if you had never meet gary at all.we will miss you--but you will always be in our hearts.
Patrick
May 16, 2011
A friend for nearly 40 years and a partner-in-crime as a music supervisor for 15 - Gary, I miss you big-time.
Brian Radford
May 16, 2011
Gary, it was my pleasure knowing you. You helped me out on many an occasion with your good sense of humour and such a caring heart. I will miss you as I will miss so many who have passed on. Take care my friend.
Jack Kuper
May 16, 2011
I remember Gary fondly from the years at Central Technical School and later at the CBC- always with a kind word and a warm smile.
Chris Lillie
May 16, 2011
Gary was always a delight to work with in the studio.I'll miss him.
Alex Taylor
May 16, 2011
What a truly wonderful saint he was.
Ginny Huebsch
May 16, 2011
It's been a long time, But I certainly remember Gary at the CBC and I liked him very much.
Bob Ross
May 16, 2011
Around the Corp.,Gary always had a smile and a joke. He was a light in the Department. I did not know him well but I'm very sorry to hear of his passing.
Carroll Hyde
May 16, 2011
Gary was a kind, caring, generous friend to many. When we retired from CBC Television we found we had more time together to share our love of music. He became my "jazz buddy". He also became the brother I had never had. Rest in peace, dear Gary, and know I love you.
Lorne Tulk
May 16, 2011
Thank you Gary for being and for shining your light on my being.
Don Logan
May 15, 2011
It was always a pleasure to have Gary in our Sound Effects area at CBC. He was a Gentleman in every sense of the word, and his efforts to help anyone in need were greatly appreciated. I shall miss him.
Wayne Moss
May 15, 2011
From all of the Moss clan. Gary thank you for being a friend to my Dad and a friend to my family. It was great to hear about you during my Dad's career and wonderful to finally work with you at CBC TV Variety. Cheers and love Wayne
May 15, 2011
Dear Gary, You will always remain amongst my happiest memories of CBC. Rest peacefully. Gail Cochran, Brisbane
Steve Hyde
May 15, 2011
After twenty odd years of working with Gary at the CBC, and the last fifteen years of retirement with Gary as a best friend both to me and my wife, Carroll, I can only say that the world has lost one of the kindest, sweetest and most generous people I have ever met. Thank you for inviting me to your internment and for letting me say the last words for you. I will always carry the memory of you and your wonderful enjoyment of music, love of the business and undying friendship in my heart. Thank you for being my friend.
Sister Agnes Knapik, OSB
May 14, 2011
Gary lived across the road from my family from the time I was about 6 to 15, the Wonder Years times! He was a gentle sensitive happy person. We did not keep in touch after I moved away so I was happy to learn of this obituary. The world is emptier because of his death but heaven holds one more friend.
Nigel
May 14, 2011
Gary was a wonderful colleague, always ready with a great story to fill out the gaps in studio time, and then a most knowledgeable music consultant, and finally a friend to all those at PAL, where he visited often.
May 13, 2011
"Hi Gary, thanks for your long contribution to our EAP local committee. We will miss your presence and the help you offer me during the SA picnic every year." Peter chiu
May 13, 2011
Dear Sweet Gary: Gary always had a story. You will be forever in our hearts. Wendyanne
Eric Lipka
May 13, 2011
You will be missed and will be in my prayers!
God Bless!
Pat Goodland
May 13, 2011
I worked with Gary at CBC for many years. He was the Music Consultant for most of the shows we did on Sunday Arts Entertainment. He had a very sensitive ear when it came to music and a great love and knowledge of it. He was filled with stories of his amazing career and all the wonderful people he had met in the heyday of the CBC. He cared about the people who worked at CBC. His years of work with EAP were an indication of that, even after he retired. It was always wonderful to see him again at those events. I shall miss him.
Elinna Quan
May 13, 2011
Dear Gary,
Missed you very much, you are in
my heart forever.
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