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Gary Sundlof Obituary
Gary Alan Sundlof of Redding, CT died unexpectedly in his home on August 5, 2013. Gary was born in Danbury, CT on June 3, 1963. He graduated from Joel Barlow High School in 1981.
Gary has been married to his loving wife, Paula Peragine, with whom he celebrated a wonderful 21 year marriage on June 27th, Gary was employed for the last 10 years by Fed Ex where he was promoted to an Operations Manager. Gary was previously employed by Marcus Dairy were he started out as a milkman and worked his way up to distribution manger. Gary was an extremely hard worker and a kind boss that enjoyed both of his jobs as well as his fellow co-workers and friends. He was also active in the community with the West Redding Volunteer Fire Department, where he always looked forward to lending a hand at the annual steak dinner.
Gary's infectious personality drew people to him. He loved the company of his family and many friends. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, camping and barbecuing, where he became a Master Chef of the grill. He was famous for being an early riser where he became the creator of the
"World's best breakfast".
Gary will be missed by his family and friends who both admired and adored him. He will be especially missed by his wife Paula, their son, Austin, their daughter, Gina and his step daughter Nicole Castillo as well as his granddaughter, Hailey Bowser. He also leaves his loving sister, Pamela Caraluzzi and her husband, Jim. His memory will be cherished by his 22 nieces and nephews and his Aunts, Mary Francavilla of Bethel and Joan Sundlof of Weston as well as his many cousins. Gary was predeceased by his loving parents, Carl and Jean Sundlof.
Funeral arrangements are being made by the Bouton Funeral Home in Georgetown, CT. Calling hours are 5-9 on Friday. The funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11am at the Georgetown United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a scholarship that has been established for the Sundlof Children at Wells Fargo Bank Account #5721297454. For more information, please contact Nicole Castillo at 518-894-7503.
The Sundlof family would like to extend our Sincere appreciation and gratitude to the first responders who arrived so quickly and worked so hard with so much concern.
Gary will live on in our hearts forever.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Sundlof
Judy & Tom McNulty
August 28, 2013
Tom & I are so sorry to hear about Gary...we will always remember what a truly nice man he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
MRS MC CARTHY
August 12, 2013
8/12/2013
PAULA AND FAMILY--
ANN AND ALL OUR FAMILY WERE EQUALLY SHOCKED WITH YOUR HUSBAND'S SUDDEN DEATH ---
PLEASE ACCEPT MY SYMPATHY---
helen delancy
August 11, 2013
to one of the nicest guys i have ever met. you will be missed by many. my heart goes out to gary's family. xoxo your co-worker -fedex. helen
Kim Harcher
August 10, 2013
So sorry for your loss! You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Harcher
FedEx Express in Newburgh
SWFA
Chris and Gene Garriepy
August 9, 2013
My deepest sympathies to you and the family for your loss. Garry was the very best among us all. He always had a smile for everyone.
You are all in our prayers.
Lisa Russo
August 9, 2013
It was an honor to know you. You will be missed Gary.
Susan Mazzucco & Jack Gillotte
August 9, 2013
Paula (and family), we are so sorry to learn of Gary's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
August 9, 2013
Our condolences to his family. A friend of Gary growing up in Redding. Had a great deal of respect for Gary, so kind, and very present, funny. Best to the family.
Bart and Kim Ruggiero
Christina P
August 9, 2013
Paula I am so sorry for your loss. You, Gina and Austin are in my prayers.
Norma Chanda (fiero)
August 9, 2013
Dear Paula and family, I'm so very saddened to hear of your loss, Gary sounds like such a wonderful man, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now Paula. May he rest in eternal peace.
Heather Reed
August 8, 2013
Paula
I am so very sorry for your loss. Gary was a great person with a wonderful heart. He will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. If there is ever anything you need please don't hesitate to contact me.
Heather (Pennell) Reed
Stan and Nancy McKenney
August 8, 2013
Dear Paula,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
God bless you all!
Paul Goodrow
August 8, 2013
Dear Paula and family, Gary was the best boss I ever have seen in my life.he will be missed by more than you know.
August 8, 2013
Oh Paula, I am so sorry to hear this news. The end of life is such a mystery and when it comes to a man so young it simply can't be understood. I know your heart is broken, as you and Gary were a very special couple.
I pray that God wraps you and your kids in His love and comfort. I wish I was there to give you a hug.
With love and sympathy,
Lou Peryea
August 8, 2013
Paula, Austin, Gina and Pam: All of you are in my prayers. Daphne Emmanuel
Rehane Flynn
August 8, 2013
My deepest condolences to Paula, Nicole, Gina, Austin and extended family. Gary was a "Gem of a Man" who obviously brought so much love into this world. I feel blessed to have known Gary. Cherish your memories and show the love you feel for each other.
August 8, 2013
My condolences to Paula, Nicole, Gina, Austin and extended family. I feel blessed to have known Gary. He was a "Gem of a Man" who obviously brought so much love into this world. Hang onto your memories and show the love that you feel for each other. Rehane Flynn
Fran Casey, Lorraine Rivers
August 8, 2013
Sorry thinking of you and your family at this time. Our prayers to all of you at this time.
Jonathan Whitcomb
August 8, 2013
Very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My condolences to his loved ones.
August 8, 2013
Paula, Austin, Gina & Nicole:
My family and I were privileged to know the ‘gentle giant' of Gary, Big G, Uncle Garbear or Uncle FedEx. His love for his family was always his top priority. That priority was not based on need but based on his love for all of you. Whether it was making his big breakfast, signature brisket or homemade pies to shuttling Austin & Gina to one of their many sports meets, to just being the handy man around the house Gary was always there enjoying every little bit of it. His quick wit and charm would make you laugh and smile and no matter what circumstance the family has faced over the years Gary was the rock, the one who stood strong and pulled everyone through it, with grace and dignity.
I feel so blessed to know that we had just spent a fabulous week in LBI with him. His and our favorite time of the day was sitting on the beach late in the day enjoying a cold beer and some lively conversations. This year's shrimp bisque competition between Paula & Deana was just another memory to add to the book, and both Gary and I were smart enough to know not to vote against our significant others!! Our last camping adventure in Herkimer, Memorial Day weekend with the torrential rain and coldness still could not put a frown on his face.
Gary was a special man with a huge heart. Whether you knew him 2 minutes or 20 years you always felt like he was your friend. He was a man that would give you the shirt off his back or his last penny if you needed it. He could give you driving directions to just about everywhere and could walk you through how to fix your furnace over the phone. I will miss you dearly my friend.
May you all find some comfort in the following: You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
All our love ~ Jamie, Bailey & Spencer
Erika Vibbert
August 8, 2013
I remember Gary as both a fellow member of the WRFD where he always enjoyed being at the grill at the Steak and Chicken dinner goofing around with John, Pickle, Dave and Ralph and for the years he was the FedEx delivery man at my previous employment. Gary had the kindest, most giving heart of any one I have met and would have done anything to help a person. He was truly one of a kind (an old soul) and will be missed by so many.
August 8, 2013
Dear Paula, Gina ,Austin and Nicole,
I am so sorry about Gary. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom, Mary and Katie Meyer
August 8, 2013
Paula, Austin & Gina:
My family and I were privileged to know the ‘gentle giant' of Gary, Big G, Uncle Garbear or Uncle FedEx. His love for his family was always his top priority. That priority was not based on need but based on his love for all of you. Whether it was making his breakfast, signature brisket or homemade pies to shuttling Austin & Gina to one of their many sports meets, to just being the handy man around the house Gary was always there enjoying every little bit of it. His quick wit and charm would make you laugh and smile and no matter what circumstance the family has faced over the years Gary was the rock, the one who stood strong and pulled everyone through it, with grace and dignity.
I feel so blessed to know that we had just spent a fabulous week in LBI with him. His and our favorite time of the day was sitting on the beach late in the day enjoying a cold beer and some lively conversations. This year's shrimp bisque competition between Paula & Deana was just another memory to add to the book, and both Gary and I were smart enough to know not to vote against our significant others!! Our last camping adventure in Herkimer, Memorial Day weekend with the torrential rain and coldness still could not put a frown on his face.
Gary was a special man with a huge heart. Whether you knew him 2 minutes or 20 years you always felt like he was your friend. He was a man that would give you the shirt off his back or his last penny if you needed it. He could give you driving directions to just about everywhere and could walk you through how to fix your furnace over the phone. I will miss you dearly my friend.
May you all find some comfort in the following: You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
All our love ~ Jamie, Bailey & Spencer
Judith Livermore
August 8, 2013
Paula&Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Sean Marcus
August 8, 2013
Paula,
I am extremely saddened by Gary's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was an outstanding individual and he will be sorely missed. He was one of the good guys and taught me a lot.
Dara OToole
August 8, 2013
Words cannot express how sorry I am. The world will not be the same without Gary in it. Please accept my condolences, prayers and love during this extremely difficult time.
Melissa Chapman
August 8, 2013
Paula, Austin, Gina & Nicole.....So sorry to hear of this terrible news. Gary will always be remembered for his kindness... Praying for strength for all of you during this difficult time. Hugs, Melissa, Emma & Buddy.
Candee Caldwell
August 8, 2013
Paula, I'm so sorry to about Gary, my heart is broken for you and your family.
May the memories you two made be always in your heart. Candee
Chrissy and Samantha Gotthardt
August 8, 2013
Paula and Family,
So sorry for your loss.
August 8, 2013
Dear Paula, Austin & Gina,
I can't put into words how sad this is. Heaven has one heck of a chef up there. He will forever be deeply missed by everyone who was lucky enough to know him.
Warmly,
Kate McCarthy
Desiree Clarke
August 7, 2013
So sorry for your lose my prayers are with you and your family Desiree Clarke and family
August 7, 2013
Oh Paula, my heart weeps for your emptiness. Though he peace of time will never fill your void, it will gently hug your soul and give you guidance filled with Gary's love. God bless you all., Love, Blythin
August 7, 2013
Too soon gone for my 'little brother' who brightened up any room he entered. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers
"Moonbeam "
Elizabeth Edge
August 7, 2013
Very sorry for your loss. May you find peace in this time of sorrow.
Sue Burkhart
August 7, 2013
Paula and family...
I did not have the privilege or honor of meeting your husband, however i know you and your family and from that i know he was a one of a kind man. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest assured he is in the heavens making your mom and dad breakfast.
Bill and Sue Burkhart
nancy cacy
August 7, 2013
so very sorry
Tony & Ruku DeColyse
August 7, 2013
Paula, Austin & Gina:
Our sincere condolences
God give you courage and strength to bear this loss.
Judy Wilms
August 7, 2013
So sorry for your loss.Im glad you all had a wonderfull vacation before Gary passed, memories you will cherish forever.
August 7, 2013
Paula, Austin & Gina
So Sorry for your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.
Linda & Ron Field (Dirk's Sister)
August 7, 2013
Paula, Austin, Gina and Pam: My deepest sympathies and God Bless all of you
Daphne Emmanuel
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