Gerald Cullen Obituary
Gerald John "Gerry" Cullen of Trenton Ontario passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 19, 2025, in Hong Kong at the age of 59. His unexpected passing has left a profound void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Gerry was born and raised in Verdun Quebec and has spent his working life in the aviation industry which he loved. A celebration of Gerry's life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the Orleans Legion Branch #632, located at 800 Taylor Creek Drive, Orleans, Ontario, K4A 0Z9. The gathering will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., providing an opportunity for family and friends to come together and honor his memory. In tribute to Gerry's love for children and animals, memorial donations can be made in his name to CHEO Children's Hospital or the Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward. Contributions can be made online at https://g.co/kgs/1Ekxs62. Gerry will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May his memory bring comfort and peace to those who mourn his loss.
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Grace
June 19, 2025
Grace
June 19, 2025
Genuine person a man with good heart a good samaritan who help saves the lifes during a car accident in hongkong. He is dedicated and passionate with his work very perfectionist. He make fun all the time, he love her sister Terri, he has endless love to give to everyone and he deserved to have it backed. We will miss you.
Jean
May 11, 2025
Always a pleasure to work with Gerry, it´s a big lost, sincère condoléances to all.
Michel Bernard
May 9, 2025
I got to know Gerry in 2011 while we were subcontracted to the military at Trenton base. We had the occasions of travelling together a few times for work, he was always pleasant and fun to be with. We got along well.
You will be missed Gerry, seems not so far away those good times of our lives
My deepest sympathies to his family and friends
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Bruce Haggart
May 6, 2025
I had the luxury of being on our first license course for the 320.
I was scared to death of failure all stressed out gerry saw this and made a point of sitting next to me to joke and keep me calm. The amazing thing about gerry is that it was all the little things he did for his freinds he had my back and i loved him for it. Rest well my freind you will be greatly missed
Steve Hibberd
May 6, 2025
Gerry and I started our journey as apprentice mechanics at the same time at Air Canada. We worked on the same crew for many years, and Gerry was always one of the best to work with. Always a hard worker, I can't believe how many double shifts in a row that man could work ! At the same time it was always fun. Light hearted and always good for a laugh any time. We shared a lot of shifts, laughs, beers : ) It was a pleasure to know, work, and hang out with you.
Colleen Russell
May 5, 2025
I was very lucky after years of not talking or seeing each other we reconnected on facebook and he sent me photos of himself. My condolences to all his family and friends. R.I.P Gerry.
Rob Tilson
March 21, 2025
A young Gerry, Top Center B-767 "C" Check (Crew 43 Midnights).
Circa 1988, Air Canada Mtce Base, Montréal.
Rose
February 22, 2025
To my Dear Friend we will missed you rest in peace, until we met again
Brian Hallahan
February 19, 2025
I worked with Gerry when we were young mechanics at Air Canada in the late 80's & early 90's; I remember his smile as clear as day and how hard a worker he was. Along with a fairly large group of younger mechanics, we spent a few years as "tank sealers", spending countless hours in the wings of aircraft, sometimes literally bolted-in! Gerry was fearless and extremely agile & flexible, he could get into places I could never get into and I don't recall others getting into either - either due to flexibility or due to fear!
Of course, he was much more than that, he was a skilled technician who loved his work, and I recall a very consistent character - something I admire a lot.
He left you far too young; sincere sympathies to his family & friends, from another 59-year old.
Brian Hallahan
Carmelita Argel
February 19, 2025
It was year 2014 when I first met you... and its your humility and sense of humor which greatly captured my heart.
The beautiful memories we built together for almost 11 years my love Gerry... are just the one´s giving me strenght and courage to keep going. The thoughts of living without you is breaking my heart...
God knows how much I adore you in my life, and now that you´re gone my love... life seems meaningless.But i I knew that God has a reason why this happened to us... whatever it might be I still thank Him for giving me the chance for having you in my life. I will treasure dearly all the memories that we had all through those long years. God granted us.
I love you so...
May you rest in peace.
Terri
February 5, 2025
Today they had your ceremony in Hong Kong. The people you spent the most time with, worked and were happy with were there to say farewell. A heartfelt thank you from our family to the Hong Kong family.
Patsi Moran
February 4, 2025
While we are mourning the loss of you, others are rejoicing to meet you at the gates of Heaven. Rest in peace, Cuz!
John Marshall
January 30, 2025
So sorry to hear of his passing. Always enjoyed working with him
Eileen Telford
January 29, 2025
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Gerry's passing. He was a good man and a great neighbour. We shared lots of conversations in the driveway about politics, his work, and stories from his travels abroad. He was always quick to lend a helping hand, and for that I am grateful. Every summer he'd say... "one more tour and then I might retire".... and then again the following summer... "maybe after this job"... But I really got the impression he loved his work so, I'd just laugh and say, maybe next year?? RIP Gerry, I will miss seeing you over the fence. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
Téa Jovanovic
January 28, 2025
I´ll always remember your visits and the rides on your motorcycle around the neighbourhood. We had good times and you always made me laugh. You truly were the fun and best uncle. Never really changed
Jane Cipres
January 28, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Pat Morency
January 26, 2025
Terri, Tania and Family, my deepest condolences on Gerry's passing. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. A true friend, was the best way to describe Gerry. If he liked you, he liked you and there was nothing he wouldn't do for you. I flew across Canada with him two times, and each time was more interesting than the last. We had an engine failure just south of Atikokan, Ont. and I remember him smiling all the way to the landing. After we landed, I asked him, why were you smiling during the engine problem and he said, "I remembered my instructor telling me about ditching an airplane and how it landed after the crash and all I could think about was how we were going to end up in the trees". Well that was Gerry! Always look on the bright side!!!! I truly miss those days of him. I was blessed in life to have a true friend in my life!
Pat Morency
January 26, 2025
Flew across Canada twice with Gerry in a light aircraft and each time was more interesting than the last!
Barry Pidwell
January 26, 2025
Gerry was always joking around, one time he was goading 2 co- workers by saying "you're not going to take that from him are you" then would say the same thing to the other one and was going back and forth with them until one realized what Gerry was doing. At this point Gerry decided it was time to leave and figuring he was a lot younger than his co- worker started to run but the other guy was actually faster than Gerry and caught him very quickly at which point Gerry started laughing, and Jim let Gerry go. That was what everybody loved about Gerry he was always fun to be around and worked really hard all the time. So sad to have lost his life so early. Rip my friend, you will be missed.
François Gauthier
January 26, 2025
My deepest condoleance to the family , Gerry was an excellent tech and good worker , rest in peace buddy
Edna Lorenzo
January 26, 2025
He always had a big smile and a terrific sense of humor. We argued, shared stories and laughed together.
Thank you for always being there, your unconditional support has been a rock for me. I know the life lessons I've learned from you will keep me firm.
My heart aches for you.
Robert Manti
January 25, 2025
Gerry, you were one of my closest friends. We went through some ups and downstairs together as well as many really good times filled with laughter that brought us to tears.
I will never forget how you checked in on me almost daily when I went through my divorce and how you stayed to watch over me after my shoulder had to be reconstructed.
Your journey is over, it is time for you to rest.
Many of us will forever feel empty with you not with us, but we know you are now in a much better place.
Take care my friend, until we meet again.
Until then, I will always remember those immortal word, " get the basket Rob, get the basket"
Gary McGregor
January 25, 2025
Always smiling, always a story to tell, a fun guy to be around, whether at work or on a hockey rink, you will be missed, RIP Gerry, heartfelt condolences to all his sisters and family
Theresa Cullen Miller
January 24, 2025
Words can't express the heartbreak of losing you, my baby brother. We shared so many wonderful memories, traveled so many roads together. I will cherish every moment we had and mourn the many we won't. You were the best, the kindest and will be deeply missed.
Michel Leclerc
January 24, 2025
My condolences to all family and friends of Gerry. I was a lead technician and Gerry was excellent and competent technician. Bye Gerry.
Dale Miller
January 24, 2025
Terri, Tania and family, Gerry came to visit us in England and at the time I didn't know him real well but his easy going nature, personality and simplistic values made him easy to get to know. It was like an old friend we knew for years. Sad news for sure. RIP Gerry
Dale Miller
January 24, 2025
Terri, Tania and family when Gerry came to England to visit us I didn't know him very well at the time but being in his presence and enjoying his company he made you feel like you knew him for years. Rest in Peace.
Brad & Ron
January 24, 2025
Dear Terri, Tania and family....our thoughts are with you at this difficult time and may wonderful memories of your brother comfort you.
Elisa aguirre
January 24, 2025
I will cherish all the memories we had together u know how much i love u its so painful that u left me alone. I will miss
Tania Mercure
January 23, 2025
Thank you for being my Big Brother. I was always so very proud of you. I should have told you that when you were here. I often watched and learned from your incredible work ethic.
We all miss you, so very much already. Won't be stealing your pocket change anytime soon. Until we meet again.
Please tell my Odie-boy I love him.
Cindy singer
January 23, 2025
Rest in peace my dear Cousin, u will be missed tremendously ,fly high with those Angels now
Gilles Chapdelaine
January 23, 2025
Gerry had a tremendous work ethic and it didn´t matter what he had to accomplished, he was one of those guys you can count on at any given time as a working team player.....he will be missed.
Kim Singer
January 23, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Gerry we will love you and miss you always.
Your cousin Kim
Robin Tilson
January 23, 2025
Here's to a Son of Verdun, Québec. A man with a tremendous work ethic, a love for Family, and an individual who wore his honesty with pride.
Thank You Gerry, for a Friedship that was always appreciated. Rest Peace my Brother.
Rob
Leah and Bill
January 23, 2025
Our sincere condolences to all of Gerry´s family, may you find comfort in your precious memories and the love that you shared.
Susie Guerin
January 23, 2025
Sincere Condolences to Gerry Family may he RIP. You will be missed Gerry.
Samantha Coelho
January 23, 2025
Our most sincere condolences
Alexis Noel
January 23, 2025
My most sincere condolences to Gerry's family and friends.
David Hinchliffe
January 23, 2025
I worked with Gerry at Air Canada and always enjoyed his goofy way of being himself. My condolences to his family and friends on his passing so suddenly.
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