Gary Ernest ENGLAND

I saw this quote from Henry Adams the other day and it made me think of Dad:

"A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops."

I have a lot of fond memories from Mr England from Lakeport. My condolences to all of his family. Rest Easy.

Condolences to you Lynda and the rest of the family, so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Keeping you in my thoughts.

Safe journey Gary. Friend and teacher. I had the pleasure to assist Gary over many years. Condolences to Lynn ( former Coworker) , family and Maryanne.

Gerry and Connie Rae

Thank you to all for sharing your fond memories and condolences.

Our focus since Dad has passed has been on the legacy that he created and it's clear in the comments shared here that his legacy will live on.

Thank you for sharing with us.

I am lucky to have known Gary as his student, his assistant coach and friend.

He did a lot for me. In my formidable years he was a sounding board that helped me make the best life decisions.

After his retirement I took over his role as HC at Lakeport Football - I felt insignificant stepping into his giant shoes! He generously continued to support us - he was far enough away so we did not feel that we were in his shadow but he was still close enough to help us when we needed his advice / perspective. That was tremendously gracious of both him and Walt. I will never forget that.

To his family thankyou for sharing Gary with us. My heart bleeds with yours. Please know that Gary was cherished by so many of us. Words cannot describe the impact he gad on many of us.

He continues to be a role model for me - I hope I can have a positive impact on a fraction of student athletes he did.

Gary will be missed!

hey Coach...thanks for all of the great times back then at Lakeport. In those first years we didn't win a lot of games but we sure learned a lot. Thanks for teaching us teamwork and commitment.

So very sorry to hear of Gary´s passing!
He taught with my Walt for many years at Lakeport .
I´m sure the two will now be rehashing all the great football games!
Rest In Peace Gary!

Maureeen Oprzedek and Family

Such a great colleague, with humour and talent. He is/was a Laker standout.

We are greatly saddened to hear of Gary's passing. My years as an assistant coach with Gary at Lakeport H. S. are among my fondest memories. He was an inspiration to both of our sons.

I´m so sorry to hear of Gary´s passing. We attended Grantham High at the same time and became friends again in later years. He was such a gentleman! He will be dearly missed.
Norma Ewasiuk.


I´m so sorry to hear of Gary´s passing. We attended Grantham High at the same time and became friends again in later years.
Such a gentleman. He will be missed!

High school days are brief but transformative. Gary's calming influence imprinted on us the reasons to lead productive, caring lives. I am forever thankful for having had Gary as a coach, teacher, and friend.
My condolences to the family. I hope the memories of Gary's life will give you comfort during this difficult time.
Ed Werner.

Our condolences to Mary Ann and the England family. As a long time resident of Chautauqua, Gary was truly a gentleman , a great neighbour, and a friend. I will miss him walking through the neighbourhood and having those short but friendly chats.

I am so sorry to here of my Phys Ed teacher Mr. England's passing. My condolences to his family and friends. In particular to Joanne, whom I worked with.

Alan Brown

He was a great person and Teacher.RIP he will be missed

Such sad news to hear of Gary´s passing. Respected by all who knew him over the many years at Lakeport and elsewhere. Once a Laker Always a Laker! He became a great friend over breakfasts at Marcel´s with John, Bob and the gang, a "travel advisor " on my trip to Newfoundland and proud fellow resident of Niagara on the Lake. My sympathy to Terry and all the family.

sorry for your loss, Gary was a great inspiration to everyone that knew him. A wonderful coach and citizen of St Catharines RIP

I am one of many people who Coach inspired. He was a mentor and a friend, a central figure in my life. Coach exemplified the words - responsibility, commitment, effort, perseverance, courage, loyalty and service - values that anchor my life today.

My condolences to Gary's family and friends. He is gone but will always be with us.