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GARY MATTHEW QUILTY
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Matthew Quilty, beloved husband of Jody and fantastic father of Dylan and Bryce in Selkirk, Manitoba.
Gary is predeceased by his brothers Wallace, Michael, Brian and Roy, and two of his best friends Craig James and Walter Hopp.
Gary was a proud Newfoundlander born in St. John’s on August 24, 1959, into a family where he was the seventh, of seven sons. He had returned many times to visit his family with his wife and two sons.
Gary joined the 2nd Battalion of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) of the Canadian Army at the age of 17, joining his two older brothers who were stationed in Winnipeg. After leaving the military, he embarked on civilian life in Manitoba. Gary held various jobs including working as a welder at Dominion Bridge, having his own siding company with his partner and friend Walter, and later going back to school to be a computer technician. He excelled at everything he did, including being a computer technician that landed him a job at IBM, and he worked there for 20 years until his retirement in July 2018.
In March 1997, he met Jody, the love of his life. In fact, the night he met her, he was late for dinner with his good friends, Craig, Greg and Irene. Once he arrived several hours late, he explained to them that he was late because he met the girl he was going to marry. Gary and Jody were married in January 1998, and then Gary’s real love came, the birth of his sons, Dylan and Bryce. Gary loved being a dad, he always put his boys first and taught them many valuable life lessons.
Gary was a loving, kind man with a great sense of humour who could always put a smile on people’s faces. He was looking forward to seeing Dylan and Kiah get married this summer. Gary will be forever missed by his loving wife and his two wonderful sons he was so proud of. He will also be missed dearly by his extended family and friends.
The family would like to thank our great friend and neighbour, Meriana Brown, for being the family’s support during the most difficult of times.
Gary’s Celebration of Life details will be announced at a later date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2026
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Jodi and family, Mark and I were deeply saddened to hear about Gary's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Gary touched so many lives with his presence, his spirit, and the way he showed up for the people around him. His absence will be felt, but the impact he made will continue to live on in the memories, stories and love he leaves behind. We are holding you and your family in our thoughts as you navigate this loss. - Posted by: Chantal McClelland (Friends) on: Jan 13, 2026
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My sincere condolences to Gary’s family. We served together in the late 70’s. Memories I have with Gary are memories that special people have together. May he rest in peace. - Posted by: Wayne Des roche (Army friend) on: Jan 13, 2026
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He will be dealing missed was a wonderful friend of Dave Jordan and myself . A caring funny and a ppcli mate of Dave's. Will live in in our memories - Posted by: Ruthann Burton (Friend) on: Jan 13, 2026
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Our heartfelt condolences to the Quilty family on the loss of Garry. He will be truly missed, but he will always be remembered for his kindness, warmth, and the great person he was. - Posted by: Steven Lolly Cameron (Neighbours) on: Jan 12, 2026
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My condolences to the family, I golfed with Gary and Walter many times. I know they are in a good place and still golfing together. - Posted by: Kevin (Kenaschuk) on: Jan 12, 2026
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Our sincerest condolences to family and friends from all members of the Calgary Branch of the PPCLI Association. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember him. VP. - Posted by: Scott Langford (PPCLI Association - Calgary) on: Jan 12, 2026
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So sorry for your loss Jody. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Gary was a great guy I have many fond memories of him. RIP - Posted by: Jeff and Lourdes McArthur (Friend) on: Jan 11, 2026
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Condolence to the family from all members of the the Edmonton Branch of the PPCLI Association. Once a Patricia Always a Patricia. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember him. May he Rest In Peace VP. - Posted by: Herb Kenny (Military) on: Jan 10, 2026
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Jodi, Dylan and Bryce , I was shocked and saddened to read this today. I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to u all. Such a lovely man .. - Posted by: Karen Wyryha (friend) on: Jan 10, 2026
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After 40 plus years of fishing, golfing, and camping we’ve never know a funnier, nicer person. He truly was an entertainer and even more someone who was proud of his wife and sons. He will be missed! Our sincere condolences to Jody, Dylan, and Bryce Anne and Mike - Posted by: Mike and Anne Elder (Friends) on: Jan 10, 2026
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I am so sorry for your loss Jody, Dylan and Bryce. I was with Jody on the night their story began. She was immediately smitten. I know you had a long and loving marriage and I am sorry to hear that Gary has passed. I know he will truly be missed. - Posted by: Janine (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2026
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My deepest sympathy on the passing of your wonderful husband! May he rest in peace! Pat Suttorp - Posted by: Patricia Jennie Suttorp (cousin) on: Jan 10, 2026
