William Gary Delong
With broken hearts and much sorrow, we share the unexpected news of the passing of Gary Delong of Brooklin on Friday August 4th, 2023 at the age of 65.
Loving Husband to Cathy (Hamer) for over 44 years. Proud and devoted father to Chris (Janice), and Andy (Juliette).
He will be missed forever, but always in our hearts.
Born to William and Joan (Porte) Delong in Brooklin then moving to Acton.
Although Gary was predeceased in death by his grandparents, Rita and Roy Delong (Brooklin), father William (Brooklin), mother Joan Porte Charles (Acton), father-in-law Charles Hamer (Brooklin), sister Patricia (Acton) and brother David (Brooklin), saddened hearts left behind are sisters Audra (Daryl) and Nicole (Rick), Mother-in-law Marie Hamer, in-laws Doug Andrews and Karen Delong, Jane (Bob) Young, Marilyn Hamer (Owen), Brian, Ed (Fran) Hamer.
Gary will be lovingly remembered by his numerous nieces and nephews.
Gary retired from General Motors with over 40 years.
He enjoyed playing many sports such as lacrosse, baseball, golf and loved fishing. He also had a strong passion for music as well as a great love of animals.
Spending time in his backyard was his favourite pastime.
On Saturday August 19th, 2023, we would love for you to join us to celebrate Gary's full, but much too short life.
154 Baldwin Street North, Brooklin from 1-4 pm.
Please reply to wgdlong@sympatico.ca
Messages of Condolence
Just heard about Gary. I worked with him for many years. Have many fond memories of him at work and at play. Stay strong Cathy God bles...
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Just heard about Gary. I worked with him for many years. Have many fond memories of him at work and at play. Stay strong Cathy God bless. Ken
Ken Ogilvie Oshawa August 21, 2023
Ken Ogilvie Oshawa August 21, 2023
Worked alongside Gary for thirty years great guy will be missed. My are with the family
Robert Boyer Quinte West August 18, 2023
Heartfelt condolences to you Cathy & to your family. Please pass along my sympathy to Marie as well. You are in my thoughts, Gary was the...
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Heartfelt condolences to you Cathy & to your family. Please pass along my sympathy to Marie as well. You are in my thoughts, Gary was the same age as our son Terry is, so young.
Marion Blair Whitby, Ontario August 17, 2023
Marion Blair Whitby, Ontario August 17, 2023
Gary has been such a cherished part of our family. We’ll forever miss his friendship, love, laughter and special moments we shared togethe...
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Gary has been such a cherished part of our family. We’ll forever miss his friendship, love, laughter and special moments we shared together.
Bob and Jane Young Innerkip August 13, 2023
Bob and Jane Young Innerkip August 13, 2023
So sad to hear of Gary's passing. My condolences Cathy to you and the Delong family. May he rest in peace.
Denise Breslin Ajax August 12, 2023
We are so sad to hear the news of Gary's passing. Thinking of you Cathy, Christopher and Andrew. Gary always had the best smile. May the m...
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We are so sad to hear the news of Gary's passing. Thinking of you Cathy, Christopher and Andrew. Gary always had the best smile. May the many great memories help your family get through this difficult time.
Patsy & Barrett Rutherford Oshawa August 11, 2023
Patsy & Barrett Rutherford Oshawa August 11, 2023
We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Gary's passing. His kindness and quiet nature will always be remembered. Our thoughts go out to...
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We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Gary's passing. His kindness and quiet nature will always be remembered. Our thoughts go out to you Cathy and your family.
Cathy and Rick Harker Agawa Bay August 11, 2023
Cathy and Rick Harker Agawa Bay August 11, 2023
Very sad to hear of the passing of Gary,Turely a fantastic person on every level,love Joe and Penny.
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