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Anonymous planted 5 trees in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Thursday, August 25, 2022
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Beth and family. I was very saddened to hear of Gerry's passing. I have very fond memories of my friendship with Gerry growing up in Saskatoon. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Quetzal Johnson planted 5 trees in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Sunday, August 21, 2022
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I miss you, Uncle Gerry. You were always a good listener to me and I enjoyed your stories and discussions around baseball. Love, Quetzal Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Allison Elliott planted 150 trees in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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With much love. Dear Gerry. He will forever be in my heart. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Denis Downey uploaded photo(s)
Monday, September 12, 2022
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Cousin Kelly who played basketball with Gerry at St. Pauls sent me the obituary. Gerry and I had insanely great fun at Lathey Pool.- most memorable event was when Gerry almost drowned in our Aquacade during his magician's act where a diving tank was hidden in water after we lowered Gerry in a wood box in chains into the pool. A metal weight we put in the box to weigh it down hit Gerry on the head and rendered him unconscious for a few seconds!!
The attached photos are one from Lathey pool where we played cards every night and the other from the site at Borden where a military airplane had crash landed. Gerry coached our water polo team in the Saskatchewan Summer Games
Condolences to Gerry's Ontario family and to sister Marg who was on all the lifeguards' fantasy woman list.
Denis Downey, Brownsville, Texas
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Kathy Roberts posted a condolence
Friday, September 2, 2022
Beth: Our sincere condolences on Gerry's passing. We met only briefly, as renters of your lovely cottage home on Buck Lake in the early 2000s, but felt like guests while we were there. We hope that your many happy memories bring comfort to you at this time. All the best, Kathy and Paul Roberts
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Bill Wilson posted a condolence
Thursday, August 25, 2022
My sincerest condolences on Gerry's passing. I was indeed fortunate to have known Gerry when we were growing up in Saskatoon. Gerry was a very kind and giving person and as others have stated a True Gentleman. I have many fond memories of our time spent together as lifeguards and hanging out with friends. I will always be indebted to the kindness shown to me during my formative years.
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Sandra & Dale Heiydt planted a tree in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Monday, August 22, 2022
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May this tree grow into a strong gentle reminder of our good friend, Gerry! Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Dale Heiydt uploaded photo(s)
Monday, August 22, 2022
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In honour of our good friend Gerry!
Gerry had quite an impact on our lives! Our 3 children (now 51, 49, 43 years old) all remember Gerry, and have fond memories of him. We all knew Gerry was a kind and gentle soul, never wanting to be in the limelight; and always thinking about others before himself. Gerry was always there to help - we remember him helping to make our cement step and walkway, helping to plant shurbs in our first home, and installing our first icemaker in our fridge way back in 1974 (an icemaker was quite a thing back then). As a businessman, I knew Gerry to be a good merchant with a 6th sense for knowing what would sell and how to sell it. We grew-up and gained our business legs together! Gerry taught me about being organized - his office was always imaculate and everything was filed just "so" - he was a dedicated worker very effective in everything he did. Unflappable, likeable, good-natured, and always a real gentleman is what we remember most of Gerry!
Gerry always had a passion for his roots in the Saskatoon Sears Store. I only knew him briefly back in Saskatoon, as he was the Manager of the Store ball tem. He continued this history with his leadership in the Eastern Saskatoon Golf Classic (E.S.I.G.C.) for many years. It was our way of seeing everyone from Saskatoon at least once a year. What fun !!
When Gerry met Beth, we knew there was something special growing that would turn-out to be the cornerstone of a strong and loving relationship for almost 40 years of marriage. Their Christmas brunches were always a highlight! Their love of cottage country and the North was a precursor to all of us who experienced it through them, and have found happiness here since.
Beth, our thoughts, hearts, and prayers go out to you! We hope that soon your loss will turn to warm memories of your Gerry, and will allow you to smile when you think of what a great man he was.
Gerry, rest well, knowing you have lived a good and gentle life, which was a perfect fit for you! You are gone; but none of us will ever forget you. We are all better for having known you!!
The pictures attached are Gerry and Dale enjoying a steak after a day of helping us at our home in Burlington, of Gerry & Beth's Wedding, the Gerry leading the famous ESIGC.
With Love, Sandra & Dale Heiydt & family
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Donna Mitzel Posted Aug 23, 2022 at 4:11 AM
Thank you for sharing your photos, Dayle & Sandy. I have fond memories of Gerry in Saskatoon & the Sears “family”. He was friends with my Gerry, Gerry Mitzel. We all headed to Toronto around the same time. My Gerry passed away seven years ago at age 65 from ALS.
Beth, please accept my sincere condolences. Once again, Dayle, thank you for sharing the photos - good people, fond memories.
Sincerely, Donna Mitzel, Kelowna, BC
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Kathleen Forty (Pearson) posted a condolence
Monday, August 22, 2022
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Gerry. I have fond memories of him from when the Sifton family included me in their summer visits to the cottage. My condolences to the family.
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Jennifer Norman planted a tree in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Monday, August 22, 2022
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Gabriel Osson posted a condolence
Monday, August 22, 2022
Dear Beth,
My sincere condolences. I had found memories of Gerry every time we met.
My thoughts are with you during these difficult times.
Gabriel (Gabby) Osson gabriel.osson@gmail.com
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John Thompson posted a condolence
Sunday, August 21, 2022
Hello Beth, Micheline and I send you our sincere condolences,. Gerry was a wonderful fellow, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. John and Micheline Thompson (jothomp@sympaico.ca)
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bvhollister posted a condolence
Sunday, August 21, 2022
We were so saddened to hear of Gerry’s passing.
He was a dear friend and person and we will forever remember him as kind, humble, interesting and amusing gentleman. He had a quiet ability to tell stories that kept everyone intrigued and usually chuckling.
We enjoyed many wonderful nights having dinners with the Connors at the home of our mutual friends the Chow’s. After the eat-a-thon we often retired to the pool table where Gerry would continue to regale us with interesting tales…quietly take our money while running the table.
A great person and friend to so many. God bless Gerry.
Janet & Brent Hollister
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Blake Sifton posted a condolence
Sunday, August 21, 2022
My most cherished memories of Uncle Gerry are of the wonderful times we spent at the cottage when Lara and I were kids.
I loved taking the boat to Honey Harbour with him to buy the morning paper and was delighted when he told me he’d like to build us a tree house that we christened “Fort Sifton”.
On one single occasion when I was 6 years old, Uncle Gerry slightly burned the hot dogs he was barbecuing for lunch. I then felt the need to enthusiastically remind him “Don’t burn the hotdogs!” every time he cooked them for us for the next 7 years or so.
He was always so kind, funny, patient and interested in others around him. And despite my childhood teasing he was an excellent cook and always played an integral role in helping Grandma perfect Christmas dinner. He was a wonderful man and we’ll miss him greatly.
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Donna Campbell posted a condolence
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Dear Marg
Hello, after all these years. I read of Gerry’s passing in the Saskatoon paper and memories of him came flooding back from our high school years. Gerry was always very nice to me despite the fact that I was his little sister’s friend. Always friendly and kind. I’m sure you do miss him very much; it is hard to lose a sibling.
My sincerest condolences to you and your family
God bless
Donna (Worobetz) Campbell
missdonna@gmail.com
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Anahi Johnson uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, August 20, 2022
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Uncle Gerry was funny and generous, with only kind words for those around him. He gave his undivided attention and his smile and laugh lit up rooms and hearts. I would give anything to be able to see him one more time and hug him, and to tell him how much brighter the world was with him here.
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Don Middleton posted a condolence
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Beth, my condolences to you and your family. Gerry and I worked together for many years in Major Appliances. I remember him as a good friend, hard worker, but one who still knew when to have a good laugh. May he rest in peace.
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Robert Jones posted a condolence
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Gerry was my first manager when I started work in the new Simpsons-Sears store in Saskatoon in 1968. I couldn't have asked for a better mentor; he was a continual supporter through my career with Sears, in Saskatoon and Toronto. Our condolences to you, Beth. Rob and Donna Jones, Saskatoon
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John Fleck posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, August 20, 2022
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Beth, so so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. Many fond memories of you guys. His life was a blessing. Remembering the great early days at Sears. John and Anne Fleck
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Margaret Johnson uploaded photo(s)
Friday, August 19, 2022
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Gerry had the good fortune to be sandwiched between two sisters. His older sister, Pat, couldn't wait for him to arrive and adored and doted on him his entire life. His younger sister, Marg, followed him around relentlessly and put him on a hero's pedestal. He was sweet and funny and kept us entertained with his antics, stories and jokes. He was delighted with life and was always on the verge of a smile or laugh. He could be your average, pesky brother at home but once you stepped outside the house he was fiercely protective and proud of his sisters.
He had health challenges starting when he was a baby but didn't ever use that as an excuse to get out of activities or shirk responsibilities. He didn't want to miss out on anything and tackled everything with joyful enthusiasm. When told by his physician to not play sports, he embraced them. He swam competitively and lifeguarded for many years. He enjoyed basketball as a player and later as a referee. He excelled at many sports and enjoyed the playing more than the winning. He brought home many awards for sportsmanship.
Given his sociable character and love of meeting people it was natural for him to begin his working career in retail. Whatever his position and wherever he went his hallmark was his eagerness to satisfy his customers or clients in a quiet, understated manner. Gerry loved to travel; when he landed in another country he was there to immerse himself in their culture and enjoyed the differences but always found more in common with them.
Gerry took such joy in life no matter where he was or what he faced. We miss him terribly.
From Gerry's loving sisters, Pat MacKay and Margaret Johnson
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Pat Crowe posted a condolence
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Beth, I am so very sorry for your loss. Gerry was a wonderful man. With a marvellous sense of humour and a true gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat (Craddock)
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Stewart MacLeod posted a condolence
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Beth,
It has been a very long time since we all shared “”Sears” space. But time doesn’t diminish the high lites and the memories of terrific people. Gerry was the penultimate gentleman, clever, intelligent, always on an even keel.
Sounds very much that your retirement years together were terrific. May those memories sustain you thru this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Stew MacLeod
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Lara Wheeler uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, August 18, 2022
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Uncle Gerry’s calm demeanour and quiet contemplation always resulted in some very witty humour around the Sifton family dining table. In a family of mainly extroverts, he helped bring balance to conversations. I will miss his warm smile and clever sense of humour.
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Allan & Laura Gold uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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Laura and Allan Gold planted a tree in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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We are deeply saddened by the loss of this wonderful gentleman, Gerry Connor. There is comfort in our memories of times we spent with him traveling. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Rosa Kotlyar planted a tree in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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William & Yvonne Steenburgh planted a tree in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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Judi Janofsky & Rich Steck planted a tree in memory of Gerald Murray "Gerry" Connor
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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Gerry was the consummate gentleman who we loved traveling with. Every evening before dinner we would all enjoy a bit of scotch together and talk about the day. The world is less joyful because Gerry is not here to give us his sweet smile and share his generous heart. He will be sorely missed by anyone who was lucky enough to ever know him, and especially by us. Judi Janofsky & Rich Steck
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