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GARY THOMAS HOLLIDAY

Born: May 04, 1944

Date of Passing: Jul 23, 2012

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GARY THOMAS HOLLIDAY Gary Thomas Holliday, son of the late Ivan and Ruth Holliday of Oakville, MB passed away early Monday, July 23, 2012, in the thoughts and prayers of many family and friends. Gary was born on May 4, 1944 and was raised and lived on the family farm north of Oakville, MB. He began his career with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) in 1962. He enjoyed summers at the family cottage at Falcon Lake as a child and later in Minaki, Ontario with his own family. An avid golfer and traveler, Gary spent many years contributing to the community in which he lived and loved. Gary is survived by his wife and best friend, Bette Marie Holliday, his sisters Gail Hay (El) and Heathe Legault (Fernand), his four daughters Amber Dawn Holliday, Erica Holliday Hurst (Kent Hurst), Robyn Holliday (Rene Oullette),and Amanda Holliday Reimer (Kelvin Reimer). Gary was also a beloved pappa (Big Grandpa) to four grandchildren, Emily, Joey, Diego and Ryley. In accordance with Gary's wishes there will be no formal funeral service. A private family burial will take place at a later date. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Oakville Lion's Club, Oakville, MB R0H 0Y0 or the Children's Wish Foundation, 350 St. Mary Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2 Arrangements entrusted to: Ronald Moffit Memorial Service (204)856-3487

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 25, 2012

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

  • To Gary's family I had the good fortune of working with Gary in the broadcast industry & considered him a friend. He was always someone who I could go to with questions or a problem & went out of his way to help. Gods Speed, GOd BLESS His Family - Posted by: Gary Buffie (co -worker ) on: Jul 31, 2012

  • Gary's passing will leave a void in the life of those close to him. Sincere sympathy to his family. - Posted by: Carol & Wayne Guicheret (Friends of family) on: Jul 26, 2012

  • Growing up with Robyn and Erica I heard many stories of the wonderful father he was. His memory will live forever in his beautiful grandchildren. A life taken too soon. My thoughts and prayers to you all in this celebration of his life. - Posted by: Myrna McIvor (Friend) on: Jul 25, 2012

  • All who spent time with Gary will remember a guy for whom no job was too big and, just as importantly, none too small. It was always, "Well, we need to do this, so let's just get on with it." And, things were always done with that recognizable and ever-present smile. Condolences to all in Gary's family. - Posted by: Rick Inglis (CBC Co-worker) on: Jul 25, 2012

  • Robyn, My sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. Nancy - Posted by: Nancy Russell (Co Worker) on: Jul 25, 2012

  • I remember when Gary first started working on the mobile crew. I remember him as a hard worker and and with a smile thinking of the great times we shared on the road. He will be in the thoughts and prayers of all of us who had the pleasure to know and work with Gary. My condolences to Bette and family. - Posted by: Ron Place (co-worker cbc) on: Jul 25, 2012

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