Doreen, Cathy, Colleen, Mike and Zack - my thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time. I loved Gerry so much. He was a very important person in my life and helped me to be a better person. He was such a fun loving person with a sparkle in his eyes. He always seemed to have a great story for any situation. His passion for life, especially music and sports, was unparalleled. Anyone who played Trivial Pursuit against him did so at their peril! I have never met anyone with such an interesting and eclectic range of interests and knowledge, truly amazing. Lots love to you all.

Dear Doreen,  
I was sorry to hear of Gerry's passing and hope you will accept my most sincere condolences at this difficult time.  

Kim Donaldson

Doreen, I was sorry to hear of Gerry' a passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am here if you need anything
Heather Whitehead

Dear Doreen: I am so sad to receive notice from mutual friends that Gerry had passed away recently; I had no idea that he was so ill. Please accept my sincere condolences and profound sympathy on the passing of such a wonderful and kind gentlemen. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. My dear late wife, Terry, who shared a love of big band music with Gerry, would have been equally saddened by his passing. I particularly remember how good and generous you and Gerry were to my family when Terry died. I only hope that I can reciprocate during this very difficult time for you and your family. My prayers are with you. Tony

Doreen, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  Jim & Carol McAllister

Doreen, Cathy, Colleen & Michael

Was saddened to hear of "Gerald's" passing.
Sending our Sympathy & Prayers. Didn't get to
see you this summer Cathy, but hope your well.
Love Pat and Bob Hingley

Doreen, Cathy, Colleen & Michael
Was saddened to hear of "Gerald's" passing. Sending our
Sympathy & Prayers. Didn't get to see you this summer
Cathy, but hope your well.
Love Pat & Bob Hingley

I feel very fortunate to have had the chance to know Gerry as I was growing up. His love for his family and his optimism played a big role in shaping the person that I am today. He has left us too soon.
I am saddened by this loss, but will remember Gerry always - and especially when the Tigers play or I hear that "loverboy fella" on the radio.
Love and condolences to the O'Toole family.

Dearest Doreen, I was saddened to hear about Gerry.  He was my "all time" favourite manager.  He was a gentleman and a terrific teacher and his love for his family (especially you) was a wonderful example.   I will treasure the memories and smiles that I have of Gerry.  Much Love, Maxine and Jamie Chouinard

Sweet Doreen and family.  We are so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing.  I will always remember him as a true gentleman and a lot of fun dancing, telling jokes and golfing.  I always felt welcome in your home when visiting from Newfoundland.  Take care my dear friend, ,and please know our prayers are sent to you.  love Ros and Jim. St. John's, Nl

Dear Doreen and family, Steve and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Gerry! I hope that your memories make your loss easier to manage. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve and Nancy Reside

Doreen,Cathy,Colleen,Scott,Mike,Zack.Was sorry to hear of Geralds passing,he was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him. I know the next year will be a difficult time for you all so we hope the love we send may help in some way.Sincerely Joan and Stephen

Dear Doreen, We were so sorry to hear of  Gerry's passing. We fondly remember all the good times we had back in Kinsmen days; the dances, the bridge games, Gerry's record collection and Gerry phoning me to tune his banjo,over the phone!
He will truly be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Peggy & Murray (Burlington)

Mike & the entire O'Toole family...my sincere condolences. I actually first met Gerry when I joined Pfizer Canada. He was a true gentleman!  Steve Sacre

Doreen
We were very sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. What a great guy and how our time living in Dartmouth was enriched because of the friendship of the two of you. We have thought of those times on many occasions and we will always remember. Our hearts are with you and your family.
Barry and Helen Pontius
Airdrie, Alberta

dear Doreen and family

 hi there, may God bless and keep you in this time of sorrow, jerry and I went to school many eons ago in truro, jerry was a true friend

 dick Malcolm
 timberlea  ns

To the O'Toole Family,
Condolences during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jill Bulman (Edmonton)

Hi Doreen.  Gerald was a unique individual and Bob & I enjoyed every minute we spent with you two.  We have many CD's in our library from Gerald which will keep him in our memories forever.  We remember vividly the night Gerald rolled up the carpet and we danced in your living room.  He will forever remain in our hearts.We will talk soon.  Love Bob and Sally

Doreen and family: I would like to express my deepest sympathy in this your time of grief at the loss of husband, father and grandfather. If there is anything I can do to help at this time, please let me know.

We were so sorry to learn of Gerry's passing.We were from Truro also and attended the Academy at the same time.
We lost touch for a while but met Doreen in later years and had a few golf games together.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Doreen
and family.
With love, Bill & Betty Peppard

Doreen and family: So sorry to learn of Gerrys' passing. Remember him as easy going and fun loving.Glad to have met him again at our reunion.
My condolences.
George "Gus" Casson

OBITUARY

Gerald "Gerry" Edward O'Toole

19 July, 1936 – 28 September, 2013

A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home

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