Gerry was born in 1940 in High River Alberta, and passed away peacefully in the presence of his family in Maple Ridge, B.C. on December 26th, 2016. He was predeceased by his wife of 48 years, Lynne, in 2011 and his granddaughter Kieran, in 2014. He is survived by his children LeeAnn (Paul), Bradley, and Jennifer (David), and eight grandchildren. He will also be missed by his brother Gordon (Bonnie) and his many friends and traveling companions. Gerry loved golf, travel, bluegrass music and Saturday morning coffee with his friends. We remember him as a man who loved a good gathering and good wine! A memorial service will be held on Saturday January 7th, 2017 at 1:00pm in First Memorial Burkeview Chapel at 1340 Dominion Ave. in Port Coquitlam. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.