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GERALD MOSA Obituary
Gerald Mosa passed away on April 9, 2024, in Thunder Bay, Ontario at the age of 76.
He was known for his inquisitive and eccentric personality, constantly eager to share his sense of humor, infectious smile, wealth of knowledge, and stories with those around him. He grew up on Northern Ave, attending Drew Street School, FWCI, and then went on to Lakeview University where he studied music, the arts and obtained a teaching degree.
Gerald taught both in the Catholic and Public School Board. He was a passionate, compassionate and dedicated teacher, going above and beyond to create amazing learning environments and opportunities for his students throughout his 30 year career.
Gerald was a multi-talented man with a variety of hobbies that brought him joy. He loved farm life, gardening, and had a deep passion for horses from a young age. This love for horses led him to compete in various disciplines, become a coach, breed horses, and share his passion with others. Additionally, he was very musically talented, performing publicly, teaching music and infusing it into every gathering with family and friends. He adored all animals and found joy in outdoor pursuits such as camping and canoeing. He took great pleasure in introducing his family and students to these activities. Gerald remained connected to his Ukrainian heritage by participating in dancing, cooking traditional dishes, crafting beautiful eggs (pysanky), and even traveling to Ukraine to teach English.
Gerald Mosa is survived by his devoted friend Raymond, daughter Kaila (Thad), Kaila's mom Wendy, his brother Danny (Hildred), their extended family and close friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Dan, his mother, Rose, and his son, Jordan.
Cremation has taken place, and the ashes will be interred at Mountainview Cemetery at a later date.
A celebration of Gerald's life will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 at the Vickers Heights Community Centre 1695 Broadway Avenue, Thunder Bay, Ontario. The celebration will commence at 1:00 pm followed by time to gather, visit, and enjoy light refreshments. If you would like to contribute in any way to the celebration of life-photos, stories, memories, or your services (playing an instrument, singing, refreshments), please email [email protected].
If desired, contributions to charities close to his heart are appreciated. Options include children's education, performing arts, cancer care, amputee organizations, horseback riding programs and outdoor programs for kids.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for GERALD MOSA
42 Entries
Yujie
August 13, 2025
Sad to learn of Gerald´s passing. I met him in 18 years ago. When I first time traveling in Canada. I met him in a waterfront hotel, he was on his way to buy something for horse use at that time.he asked me to share the room with him. He showed me the positive way to live, the next day he drove me to Toronto help me did some preparation works for my Toronto marathon. He told me the fuel used for truck is called "diesel ".He was the first Canadian friend I had. After short time stay with him, we still remained contact through email. Many years passed, this month I visit Canada to attend my daughter´s wedding in Montreal. Before leaving I thought I´d like to visit him since too many times passed. When I search him I got this sad news.Rip my dear friend Mosa! I miss you!
Patrick O´Reilly
December 20, 2024
Gerald was a core member of Equality Rocks when I had the honour of taking over as music director.
Gerald helped me complete one of my life´s bigger quests.
We drove to South Ontario together and I brought my touring bike. I would later attempt to ride this bike back to Thunder Bay, and would complete this quest many years later.
Gerald was a great leader, musician, teacher, and genuine friend.
Leila Carnegie, John Rybuck
May 14, 2024
Glad to have met him last summer. Leila Carnegie
our condolences- John and Leila
Christina Visy
May 4, 2024
Sincere condolences to Gerard's family and loved ones. Mr. Mosa was my Grade 4 & 5 teacher at St. Margaret School and beloved by all of his students. He was such a creative teacher who taught us singing, recorders, musical theatre, Ukrainian Easter egg design, line dancing, gymnastics, cooking, orienteering and rock climbing, to name a few. His zest for life and love of teaching/learning inspired me to become a teacher. He was such a generous, kind and engaging human being. So grateful that our paths crossed - he was truly a gift to us all. RIP Mr. Mosa, Christina Visy
Lori and Les Paras
May 3, 2024
"My deepest condolences to the family. Gerald's support and friendship will always be remembered. I particularly enjoyed the moments when he would break into song, especially at Evelyne and Ron's house when we all lived in Nolau. Those were truly special times filled with good food, hearty laughter, and pleasant melodies in a beautiful off-grid home with wonderful off-grid people."
Jacalyn Cop-Rasmussen
May 1, 2024
Jacalyn Cop-Rasmussen
May 1, 2024
Jacalyn Cop-Rasmussen
May 1, 2024
Gerald "Mr Mosa" was my teacher in grades 4&5, one whom I remember fondly. He was my favourite. His teaching style was beyond creative. It was in his class where I learned to play chess on the floor tiles, developed a strong, lifelong appreciation of music, and learned to speak Foo. He took our entire grade 4/5 class camping where we cooked over open fires, slept in tents and learned to paddle a canoe on big, open water. My memories of him and those years are clear and happy and I am forever grateful to have been his student. I have attached a couple pics from June 1976 of the camping trip. I was 10. Thank you Gerald for being you. For sharing your love of the arts, music, and outdoors with us. I will always cherish those childhood years. He was a gift to many and will be missed.
Brian kachor
April 28, 2024
To my family Wendy Kayla and family sorry to hear about Gerald passing condolences
Shannon Tinsley
April 28, 2024
We rode on many horse rides together! You were always a kind and caring person. May your spirit ride forever free.
Laurie Garred
April 26, 2024
Sad to learn of Gerald´s passing. He was indeed one of a kind! I me Gerald when we both were taking singing lessons with Evelyn Reid. We got to sing together many times over the years. The other thing that jumps to mind when I think of Gerald were his amazing painted Ukraniam Easter eggs. He was a man of many talents. My sincere condolences to Gerald´s family and friends.
Billy
April 24, 2024
Gerald was a great friend love the country loved being out going enjoy the time we spent together you were an inspiration to all who met you a smile to lite up the room as someone walked in .You and Raymond live a happy 12 yrs together sure will miss you at Kakabacca park this summer fly high with the angels my friend you will always be missed and remembered of the great memories we created as friends
Billy
Raymond Karl Seeman
April 23, 2024
You gave me a life that made me full, happy and proud to be your friend over the past 12 years. You taught me so much about compassion, country life and caring about those who are less fortunate.You fulfilled every inch of my life being a great friend. You are forever in my Heart.You are loved by many of your friends and family. You are One Of A Kind. We will meet again, Promise.Everything thing every individual said about you is true You are Perfection at its best. You gave me hope to continue to live. Love Always Raymond Karl Seeman
Billy
April 23, 2024
Peter Globensky
April 23, 2024
Wendy
It has been many years since I last saw Gerald at a time when we all lived in Nolalu, but I remember him as a kind and considerate man whose company I enjoyed these many years ago.
A knee replacement will prevent me from attending his celebration of life but he will be in my thoughts. He will continue to live in the hearts and memories of those who loved him.
May your journey to the Spirit World, Gerald, be unencumbered and may peace be granted to you and to all you encounter there.
The Dougherty family
April 22, 2024
Wendy, Kaila/Thad -
Thinking of you at this difficult time as we reminisce on yesteryears when our families gathered together - stories to tell, music to enjoy, activities on the go, adventures to share, much to learn.
We remember Gerald singing `Perhaps Love´ at our wedding 41 years ago. A song of his choosing - its beautiful lyrics.
We love you. Take good care of yourself and each other.
harry albert Sitch (Doreen)
April 22, 2024
Kaila: We would like to send you a sympathy card with our message and an acknowledgement card for the charitable donation we will make in Gerald's memory. Could we please have your home address? Chemo prevents us from attending the memorial.
Kara Kruk
April 22, 2024
Very sad to hear of Geralds passing. I supported Gerald during his stay on the 5th floor at St. Joes. His optimism, cheery smile, and easy-going attitude always brought joy to my day. We would often play Trivia (he would always win of course), various board games, and sing along to Christmas Carols over the holidays. Gerald often talked proudly of his Ukrainian heritage, sharing photos and stories of his past travels which I always felt lucky to listen to. Gerald also introduced me to the brain game "Stinky Pinky" which we had fun playing. Sending my condolences to his friends and family - rest easy Gerald!
Debbie and chris
April 21, 2024
We met gerlad at our other best friends scott gale he also passed away at 60 years old we became best friends i cooked alot of suppers brought them over gerlad loved my shepherd's pie and my lasgnes and just loved my cruchies salads his friend raymond sometimes made us best ceasar salad ever we always played skipo or his other favorite game was dominos we hung out lots together im so heartbroken think still in shock the day gefore gerlad passed away he picked a song for us to sing those were the days my friends we held hands gerald was like my second dad chris and i will sadly and badly miss him rest in peace our bestest friend love debbie and chris
Frances Koning
April 21, 2024
My mother, Anne Koning, accompanied many of Evelyne´s students and she spoke of Gerald to me quite often. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing, my sympathies to his family and friends.
Terry
April 21, 2024
Jane and I are deeply saddened by his loss. I have known him for 53 years, as a close neighbour, friend, humanitarian, teacher, exemplary horseman, and devoted husband to Wendy.
We will miss him.
Pam (Woodbeck) Roy
April 21, 2024
Mr. Mosa was was teacher at Whitefish School. One of my favourite times was when he would bring in Ukrainian Easter Eggs to share with us. He was always proud of his heritage. My condolences to his family.
Jim Smith
April 20, 2024
I met Gerald as a fellow singing student of Evelyn Reid´s back in the mid 80s when I was living in Thunder Bay. We spent much time together with fellow vocal students making music together and otherwise being good friends. My condolences to his family and friends for their loss.
Raymond
April 20, 2024
May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dianne Conrad
April 20, 2024
I met Gerald when I was about 17 and he a year older, working at a gas station in Marathon in the summer. I was visiting my uncle who was an OPP officer there, right next to the gas station. Gerald was lovely, charming, and fun snd we hung out together. He took me to supper at the Heron Bay hotel! I´ve never forgotten him although our lives took different paths from there. My sincere condolences to his friends and family.
Marlis Bommes-Dudzinski
April 20, 2024
Gerald was a great Teacher he taught music at EQ Jennings when I was there . Also taught Gym He was one of the best. He brought me out of my shell. Later ran into him at Th Kakabeka Hotel where he would gather with friends and chat about horses . He was a great person . Then Jordon worked for us for a bit. You dear sir will be sadly missed .
Condolences to the family and friends. Blessings and love from the Dudzinski Family
Helen Shipston [Barrett]
April 20, 2024
My sincerest sympathies to Gerald's Family. I knew Gerald and worked with him during our time with horses, and also at Whitefish Valley School. Gerald was always enthusiastic about every endeavour in which he was involved. He will be missed~~~
Lucille rybuck
April 20, 2024
I last saw Gerald several years ago when he came to Winnipeg for medical services. We had a lovely visit exchanging family memories. He was a gentle soul and very proud of his Ukrainian heritage. My condolences to his family and friends.
Michele
April 20, 2024
I want to send my condolences to Gerald´s family and closest friends. I know he spent time with my parents and sister- and was quite a character in all aspects of his life.
He lived a life full of adventure and was an outspoken person - who was never swayed by the status quo. I hope that through the memories his legacy will continue on.
Carol Soltys
April 20, 2024
Gerald use to visit my parents Tony & Kay Cerven .
That´s where I first met him then we showed our horses together at most of the horse shows.
Has great memories of him.
My condolences to the family .
Michelle Lenardon
April 20, 2024
Gerald I remember you from horseshows when I was a teenager you even gave me advice, because I liked singing Bonnie Tyler music your advise was honest and real. "Do not try to sound like someone when you sing." Rest In Peace. I send my condolences to Kaya his daughter as well as family and friends who are dear to him.
Wanda Edwards
April 20, 2024
Very sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. We are left with many fond memories of Gerald for his part in our children's education, including horseback riding, and of his participation in Mile Hill Melodrama. We are out of the country and are sorry to miss his Celebration of Life. Our condolences to all his lived ones. Sincerely, Randy and Wanda Edwards
Karen Peel
April 20, 2024
My sincerest condolences to Geralds family
I worked with Gerald, volunteered in his classroom and he taught two of my children at Whitefish Valley. He thoroughly enjoyed teaching dance, drama, art, egg painting and many other extras not only to his class but all the other students. Gerald would be very excited when we began to plan Art Days in the mid nineties, he loved to see all the talented volunteers from arou nd the community teaching the students a new skill. We lost touch after his retirement but I thought of him often.
May he rest in peace
Karen
Kathy Bladen
April 20, 2024
My condolences to the family!
Susan Marrier
April 20, 2024
So sorry to learn of Gerald´s passing! He sang in the Equality Rocks Chorus when I was the director, and I fondly remember his voice, his smile, his perseverance in adversity, his enthusiasm. I´m sure he will be missed by many. My sincerest condolences to his family and his many friends.
Wuola,s
April 20, 2024
Condolences to the family! Our girls enjoyed him as there teacher, May he Rip. Wuola family
Candace
April 20, 2024
So very saddened to hear this. He was my teacher at White fish valley. Glad I got to have communication with him in the last few years. Giant heart and a good soul.
Margaret Schweitzer
April 20, 2024
My sincere condolences to Mr. Mosa's family on their great loss. He taught my son for JK at Whitefish Valley School in the early 90's. Such a treasure he was for young minds. My son absolutely adored him!
Dennis and Susan Trevisanutto
April 20, 2024
Our deepest condolences to the family. Enjoyed many outdoor adventures with Gerald.
Gary & Maryann
April 20, 2024
Sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Gary & Maryann
Mary anderson
April 20, 2024
Our sincere condolences
Ian and Barb McEwen
April 20, 2024
Our condolences to the family
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