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1954
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2018
Gary Steele Obituary
December 28th 1954 – September 21st 2018
It is with great shock and sadness that we share the news of Gary's sudden and untimely passing. He went very peacefully in his sleep, having spent his final days on the Harley. We are grateful to the many friends and family who have offered kind words and support.
Gary was born and raised in Orillia, Ontario. The eldest of four boys, he spent his early years on the water with his dad and brothers, and on the road with whoever had the fast car. Work took him to Ottawa where he ran a crusher for a few years before buying his first truck and heading north. He spent the last 35 years in Thunder Bay building his business, buying up toys (not playing enough), and sharing a beer with friends and family in the Shop.
Gary leaves behind his beloved partner Bobbie, mother Nancy, and daughter Shawna (mother Dianne). He was predeceased by his father Ray and will be greatly missed by brothers Ken (Teresa), Tom (Astrid) & Jim (Wendy), as well as his many nieces and nephews. Also left to grieve are Jim Quinn & family, his friends from Las Olas, and a great, great many friends in Thunder Bay and across Ontario.
A memorial service for Gary will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Harbourview Funeral Centre. A casual, drop-in “come as you are” reception will follow at the Shop, from 3pm, where friends are invited to share stories and celebrate a life well lived.
Friends are also invited to join his mother Nancy and the Steele family for a drop-in celebration of life 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at the Royal Canadian Legion in Orillia, Ontario.
In lieu of flowers, we invite you to raise a glass or two (Gary would recommend a Caesar and a beer) in his honour. Donations may be made to Easter Seals at www.easterseals.org or Heart & Stroke at www.heartandstroke.ca
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Gary Steele
20 Entries
Tim & Michelle Walters
October 1, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
September 29, 2018
To all Gary's family. Our hearts are with you. There will never be another MR. STEELE. He will be missed. Maureen and Ernie Adams.
Joan Greene
September 29, 2018
Gary was one of the best. He will be missed by all. So very sad. Joan Greene and family
Trish
September 28, 2018
Goodbye Drainer, I will certainly miss how you would drain every pot of coffee we had going. Your humour and laughter and your cheerful manner will never be forgotten. You were a gem for sure.
September 28, 2018
So very sorry to hear that Gary has passed. It was always a pleasure to serve him in our place of business. Our deepest condolences from the Crupi Family and Staff @ NAPA Auto Parts. May he rest in peace.
September 28, 2018
Dear Bobbi and all the Steele family Words cannot express our deep felt sympathy for each and every one of you. Gary was such a great guy and we will miss him greatly. He was so much fun to be with. We always looked forward to spending time with you at Las Olas. It will not be the same without him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Loralee Syvitski
September 28, 2018
Rest in peace... ride the clouds... Loralee Syvitski
Bob Bingham
September 27, 2018
Was shocked when I heard the terrible news. Just a couple of weeks before you passed you and Bobbi stopped by my camp. It brought back how much you did for me back in 94. You gave me a job that helped me get back on track. You will be missed. Thanks for everything Gary
Joan Hand
September 27, 2018
Bobbie and the Steele family, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Treasure your memories of a wonderful special man. Rest In Peace Gary. With heartfelt sympathy and my deepest condolences on the loss of Gary.
Shawn and Dianne Wood
September 27, 2018
Rest in peace Gary you will be missed
Shawn Wood
September 27, 2018
Beverley Miller
September 27, 2018
Bobby and Steele family My deepest condolences on the passing of a loved one.He will be missed
Alex & Donn Schepens
September 27, 2018
Shawna and all the Steele family, our deepest sympathies on the loss of Gary. We have many fond memories of him over the years. He will be missed.
Quinn/Wallace Family
September 27, 2018
Dear Bobbie, Shawna, Nancy, Kenny, Tom, Jim, Steele Family and Friends.
Friday September 21st, 2018 was a very sad day in the Quinn household Your hearts must be broken, we know ours are!
Gary was like a Son and a Brother to our Family for close to 47 years.
Gary had so many accomplishments in his short time with us all and He experienced life to its fullest there is something to be said of a Man whom at 64 years old literally never left one stone unturned. We are so proud to have been a part of Gary's accomplishments and his life experiences.
Sadly, Jim will no longer be able to spend several hours on the phone with his Best Buddy Gary catching up on Construction news, Family matters and life in general, however he certainly has many years of special memories of their time together, and no one can ever take those memories away.
Saying goodbye to someone we love is heartbreaking. May you find comfort in all your special memories shared with Gary, we know we will!
May you rest in peace our Dear Friend, Son and Brother - until we meet again.
Love
Jim & Bea, Jim & Debbie, Carol-Ann & Todd (Wallace), Bill & Tammy, Jenn & Jamie, Paige & Ainsley Quinn
Lynn Ward
September 27, 2018
The Ward family and the staff at A-1 Sewage Services (1989) Ltd are very sorry to hear about this sad news! Gary was always a joy to talk to and we will miss his funny stories!
Jack & Lillian Paul
September 27, 2018
Shawna & the Steele family....Gary was always friendly and lived life to the fullest. He was so proud of you Shawna and all you have accomplished.Our deepest condolences on his passing.
Love Jack & Lillian Paul.
John Kramer
September 27, 2018
I am really going to miss Gary...He was a great friend and I always looked forward to seeing him in Florida. I will always cherish the great memories and good times I had with Gary, Bobbie and Mom..May you rest in peace my friend.John R. Kramer, Bay City, Michigan
Doug & Michele Raison
September 27, 2018
A wonderful, straight shooting, honest, loving, caring, guy. The best neighbour and friend you could ever want. Always there in times of need, whether it be faulty well, caved in driveway, or a car that won't start. Gary will always be missed by neighbors of 31 years, the Raison Family.
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