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GERALD GEORGE BROWN
Born: Aug 24, 1939
Date of Passing: Mar 09, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGERALD GEORGE BROWN August 24, 1939 - March 9, 2012 It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Gerald George Brown (Gerry) at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on March 9, 2012, at the age of 72. Gerry will be missed by his loving wife Verna; his children Darlene (Greg), Geraldine (Gary), David (Barb), Wendy (Mike); his grandchildren LeAnne, Cheri (Ian), Samantha, Randy, Earl, Emily, Taylor, Dylan, Stephanie, Jeffery, Ian, and his great-granddaughter Kaebrie, as well as his brother Elwood (Ruth), many nieces, nephews, and numerous extended family. He is predeceased by his mom and dad (Dorothy and James); brother Richard, and nephew Doug. Gerry was born August 24, 1939 and grew up in Crawford Park, Manitoba with a large extended family in the area. He moved to Winnipeg at 16 and met and married Verna in 1959, and they started their family soon after. Gerry moved his family to Fort McMurray, Alberta in 1971 where he worked for GCOS then Suncor for 23 years. On his first retirement he moved to the Caroline, Alberta area and was most recently in Sylvan Lake where he worked for Pollitt Construction operating heavy equipment. Gerry's love and appreciation of all things sports and outdoors guided him throughout his life. The pride and joy of his life were his children's and grandchildren's successes and love. His laughter and fun loving nature will be missed by his family and many friends. Many thanks to the Sylvan Lake paramedics and the emergency ward of the Red Deer Regional Hospital for their kind care. Please join us to bid farewell to Gerry on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. at the Sylvan Lake Funeral Home, 5019 47a Ave., Sylvan Lake, Alberta. Cremation entrusted to the Rocky Mountain Crematorium. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made in Gerry's name to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation or the SPCA. Sylvan Lake and Rocky Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements, call 403-887-2151.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 14, 2012
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Dear Verna & Family, sorry to hear of your loss. You guys were wonderful Birch Road neighbours and friends with memories never forgotten. Take care and all the best to you in this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Al Lilke (Neighbour and friend) on: Mar 16, 2012
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Dear Verna & family Sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts. May the wonderful memories you have shared help bring comfort in the days ahead. We will always remember Gerry's chuckles. Love & Hugs - Posted by: Sylver & Tudy Kushniruk (friend) on: Mar 15, 2012
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It is with great sadness and sympathy that I see the passing of yet another longtime co-worker and friend. Gerry was someone you could always take at his word and rely on him to be there when you needed him. I will always remember that warm mischievous grin when he thought he was pulling something over on you! Our sincere condolences to the family in this sad time. - Posted by: Glenn Smith & Family (Friend) on: Mar 15, 2012
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Verna and Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sad time. As you spend time reminiscing may many happy memories get you through this difficult time. Bill and Gert. - Posted by: Bill and Gert Drever Fort McMurray () on: Mar 15, 2012
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Our sincere condolences to Gerry's family and friends. While we hadn't seen or thought about the Browns in some time, the news of his sudden passing and the picture of Gerry (in the obituary) has brought back many memories. We are thinking of you as you all say goodbye to your much loved Gerry. Regards, Don and Mavis - Posted by: Don ane Mavis Flach () on: Mar 14, 2012
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Verna - I still have fond memories of the crazy times that Bick and I spent with you and Gerry in our younger days. So sorry to hear of your loss. Sincere condolences to you and your family. Stella - Posted by: Stella Bickford (Friend) on: Mar 14, 2012