Gary James Struckett
Died: February 18, 2021 | Place: Victoria Hospital, London
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STRUCKETT, Gary James….
Suddenly at Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, February 18, 2021 in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Heather for 47 years. Cherished father of Stefanie (the late Tommy) McNeeley, Anna (Jamie) Donaldson and Jayme (Mike) Stafford. Loving grandfather to Astrid, Logan, Westin, Melina, Travis, Alyssa, Aidan and Zander. Caring son of Joan Struckett. Dear brother of Gail (Chris) Little and Greg Struckett. Son-in-law of Marion Alexander and the late Lorne Alexander. Brother-in-law to Sherry and Jim Kerr, Kevin and Grace Alexander, Robyn and Eric Wiggans, Lori Anne and Paul Savoie. Predeceased by his father Jim Struckett. Gary will be lovingly missed and remembered by many extended family members and friends and his furry companion Riley. Gary was a dedicated special education teacher and a vice principal during his career at various schools including CPRI, Apple School, Amethyst Demonstration School, Hillcrest, Nicholas Wilson, J. P. Robarts and Wilton Grove. Gary volunteered for many years with the London Home County Folk Festival. He was on the board from 1990-1993 and was chair from 1996-2001. Gary was always available to lend a helping hand for renovations and projects to whoever needed it. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Gary’s life will be held at a later date when it is safe to gather together again. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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I remember Gary from Lynne and Jeff’s parties and from various years at Home County. HIs capacity for fun and how much he loved his family are qualities that come to mind right away and I am learning more now about his many gifts and how much he will be missed by so many. Sending loving thoughts to all!
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Dear Heather and family: So very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Sending you love and strength along with fond memories of our family reunions over the years. I’m sure Uncle Jim, Stew and Shirley, John, Fred and Scotty, Joan and Stan, Grace, cousin Bill, and Dorothy and Len are all taking care of him and watching over you all.
With love,
Deborah, Mandy, and Chelsea Mates (Chadwick)
I, along with all of Gary’s friends and dance friends in London, St. Croix, Pinewoods Camp, and Ann Arbor will miss Gary’s presence, his smile, his energy, and his infectious enjoyment of the moment. When we are able to dance again, there will be sadness in our hearts. Love to Heather and his cherished family.
Dear Heather,
I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s death. You’re blessed to have had 47 years of life with him – and to have an abundance of loving family and friends.
I hope that the many happy memories of your life together will help you get through these next troubling months. (It’s not fun getting used to sleeping alone.)
With love and condolences,
Marty Wilson
I look back to all the happy times I came along with my family to Gary and Heather’s home on Meadowlily, met by Gary’s smiling face offering comfort food, upbeat conversation, a card game, a hot tub soak, a spare room to spend the night, and with one of their daughters soon on the phone or coming through the door (later grandchildren too). One of the family dogs followed Gary around as he was keeper of treats. Gary was generous with everyone, and I always felt welcome. I will miss seeing Gary at Home County Folk Festival, lounging on his chair enjoying the music, or scooping up one of his grand-kiddies for some fun respite or playtime. During the pandemic I often stay at my parents’ place sleeping in a room that Gary built.
He will be greatly missed by our whole family. Teague Neal
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.- Dave & Jane Hadden
My condolences to Gary’s family & friends. He was my grade 3 teacher in the 80’s and I have great memories of him being an enthusiastic teacher who got the whole school into recycling! 40 years later and I still think of him when trying to pack waste-free lunches for my own kids. The world is truly a better place for him having been in it. May he Rest In Peace knowing he made a difference!
Dear Heather and family, we were so sorry to hear the news of cousin Gary’s passing. We at times lived together as children, grew and played together and our families are fortunate to have shared so many great memories together. As life takes us in many directions we always found time to share family fun at weddings, the 3M picnics and Ipperwash Beach. As you have for our families, it is obvious from the condolences you have positively affected many lives. We have only great memories of you, and we will think of those memories always….god bless.
Our deepest sympathy to the Struckett family. Gary was a talented, kind, & gentle teacher. He taught our daughter Amanda in the 80’s at Brick Street. He helped increase her reading skills tremendously in 3 months. He always had a smile and great sense of humor. Like the time at a fun fair he left a rubber snake in the microwave for me to find! Our family have thought of him fondly over the years
RIP Gary.
The entire Frank family is saddened by this news. Our hearts go out to your family. Gary had an impact on all he met. An integral part of our family life for years has gone but left us better for knowing him
My condolences to all the family of Gary. He was so loved by all of you…Be strong and God Bless you all.
I remember Gary from Camp Belwood in the 1970s when he was an experienced senior counsellor and I was an inexperienced counsellor-in-training. I haven’t seen Gary since then, but when advised of his passing, I visited the online obit, saw his picture, and in particular the elfin grin. Instantly, my mind was flooded with happy memories – flashbacks of a Puck-like character with a big big heart. “No more yielding but a dream,
Gentles do not reprehend.” with love and sympathy to Gary’s family and friends for all the joy and happiness Gary shared with us all.
Dear Joan and family,
I was so very sorry to read of Gary’s passing. I enjoyed meeting him when we were playing cards. My deepest condolences to you Joan and your family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Dolores
I was so very sorry to hear this sad news. I grew up with Gary (and Gail) when there were few houses in our part of Fairmont subdivision. I have many fond memories of those childhood days and certainly of Gary as a fun-loving and kind boy. My heartfelt condolences to all of Gary’s family. Maureen (Plumb) Denny