It’s with great sadness that the family of Gary Younghusband announce his sudden passing on 24 February 2021. Predeceased by his parents Charles and Alicia (nee Cowan) Younghusband, and step-mother Theresa Younghusband (nee Carriere).
Gary is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Lois (nee Elliott), their children Wayne (Myong), Kimberley (Carl), Jill (Brian) and Alan (Margaret). Lovingly remembered by grandchildren Emily, Liam, Madeleine, Evelyn and Jack, brothers Wayne (Katherine), Keith (Lynn), sister Anne (Bob), best friend Bob Liberty (Elizabeth) and many wonderful friends.
After 35 years of service and a number of postings with the Canadian Army, Gary and Lois retired to Cobden Ontario, where they became active members of the local CIVITAN Club and in recent years enjoyed wintering in Destin, Florida. Known for enjoying a good laugh, Gary loved a good time and truly enjoyed the company of family and friends.
Cremation has taken place. An interment is planned to be held in the National Military Cemetery located at Beechwood Cemetery at a later date. Donations in Gary’s memory can be made to www.hospicerenfrew.ca or a charity of your choice. Thank you to all who have supported our family and expressed their sympathies in this most difficult time. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
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Rod Andries
My condolences to you Lois and your family.
Don and Marguerite Langlois
Don and I were saddened to read of Gary's sudden passing. We have good memories of good times sailing around Muskrat Lake in the pontoon.
Sincere condolences to Lois and your family. You are in our prayers at this time of sadness.
Sincerely, Don and Marguerite.
John Jarrett
I was deeply saddened to learn of Gary's death. My heartfelt condolences to you, Lois, and your family.. May Gary rest in peace.
Bruce Bokovay
My condolences Al.
Norm and Diane Couturier (Colonel (rtd))
It was with great sadnest and shock that we learned of Gary's sudden passing. We knew Garry since 1988 and there was never a dull moment with him around! Gary could walk into a room, throw a grenade in a room and walk out! Gary was certainly one of the happiest person we knew! His smile and laugh were contagious! We will certainly miss you my friend!
Bill Toombs
Gary was truly a wonderful human being. He just immediately brought your spirits up. Gary are am going to miss your wit and laughs you triggered.
My condolences to Family and Friends. Hugs to you Lois
Laurel and Brian McFarlane
We were very saddened to hear of Gary's passing and our sincere sympathies go to Lois and her family. We knew Gary for a short time when he was stationed at Rivers Air Base and Lois was always a part of great girls who grew up in Rivers. We will always love her.
John and Bernie Dawson
Keith, Lynn and the entire Younghusband family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
May the many fond memories of Gary bring you some comfort at this time of sorrow.
Derek Bodner
My dear friend Jill, I have grieved with you and your family throughout, and now I am with you as this journey enters another phase for all if you. Now, healing can begin, and the grieving come to an end. With much love and affection for all.
Keith, Lynn and family, we were sorry to have read of Gary’s recent passing. Our condolences to all of you; may memories of the happy times sustain you. Sincerely James and Colleen