OBITUARY
Harvey Theodore Gerein
March 28, 1945 – November 18, 2020
Dr Harvey Theodore Gerein passed away peacefully on November 18, 2020 at the age of 75 years. Harvey will be remembered by his loving wife of 49 years, Valerie (nee Knight); son Rick and his wife Wendy and their children Owen, Luke, Benjamin and Griffin; son Todd; brother Mervin and his wife Darline and family; as well as sister Linda and her husband George and family. Harvey was a dedicated and respected physician for 35 years serving the community of Kindersley, Saskatchewan. Well liked and admired by the many colleagues and friends whose lives he touched over the years; he will be missed for his easy manner, quick wit and willingness to help others. There will be a celebration of Harvey’s life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Harvey’s name to the Parkinson Canada Charity at www.parkinson.ca.
Memories
Harvey Theodore Gerein
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ADD A MEMORYMarilyn Stevenson
November 26, 2020
So sorry to hear of Harvey’s passing. My deep sympathy to you, Val, and the family.
He was a good empathetic physician and cared about his patients.
As a Public Health Nurse here in Kindersley during those 30 years, I appreciated his knowledge, input and caring manner.
May you feel comfort in knowing you supported him well throughout his difficult journey. Sincerely, Marilyn Stevenson
Sharon Haubrich
November 24, 2020
Dear Valerie, Rick, Todd and family,
So sorry to hear of Harvey's passing, he was a wonderful doctor for our family. His calm demeanor and good counsel was much appreciated, not only at medical appointments and baby deliveries, but also in working with him at parish council. I always enjoyed our visits, and I feel we were blessed to have Harvey and you as part of our community for so many years.
Sharon Haubrich and family , Kindersley
Robert Grocholski
November 24, 2020
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Very sorry to hear about Havey`s passing. I was one of his classmates in high school in Kindersley. Although we weren.t close friends at the time, we were rivals in track and field, and shot the odd game of pool when he wasn.t busy studying. He and John Hooge, who also became a doctor spent a lot of time together. I believe that Johns dad, Dr. Hooge, was a great influence on his choice of a profession. We all graduated together and went our separate ways. Harvey returned to Kindersley and became a very well respected Doctor to many citizens of the community. My sister-law Penny Grocholski was one of his patients who got wonderful help from him. Until her death she wished he was still there looking after her needs. I only visited him once while he lived in Regina but will always remember him as a very positive person and high school friend and opponent in sports that he competed in. Rest in peace and may your family know that he will be remembered with love and respect especiallv by all those who he treated over the years.
Diana Vanoene
November 22, 2020
Our sincere sympathy to you Valerie and to your family.
We have so many wonderful memories of spending time with you both at the lake and in Arizona. Harvey was a wonderful man who will be missed by many. May your memories give you strength and comfort.
Bob & Beulah
Janet & Don Gellner
November 21, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of Harvey’s passing. We have some happy memories of him and know you and your family will have many more. Our deepest sympathy.
Lane Rathgeber
November 21, 2020
Rick, please accept my condolences.
Beverly Blackwell
November 21, 2020
Valerie and family
We are so sorry to hear of Harveys passing. Our medical reunions will not be the same with Harvey and Bob Tokaryk both missing, Great memories made and not forgotten. Air Hugs and Love
Bev and Tom
Judy & Marlon Killaby
November 21, 2020
We are very saddened to read of Harvey’s death. The struggle was not an easy one . We extend our very sincere condolences to you, Val, & your family. Judy & Marlon (Cree Cresc neighbours)
Carol Bedier
November 20, 2020
Valerie, Rick and Todd,
I am saddened to read of Harvey’s passing. He will be missed by so many. May your memories provide you strength & comfort during this difficult time. Thinking of you with sympathy and caring.
Cousin Carol
Florence Martens
November 20, 2020
My sincerest condolences, Valerie, to you and your family. You don't know me, but I am a cousin of Harvey's. My Mom was an aunt to him. Rose Gerein (Elder). Rose & Bernard Elder. His Father - Uncle Mike was a brother of Mom's.
Bonnie Bevan
November 20, 2020
Our sincerest condolences, Valerie, to you and your family. I really enjoyed working with Harvey, at the clinic. He was always a hard working, friendly, personable, gentle man.
Bonnie Bevan and family
Michelle Longtin-Vold
November 20, 2020
Valerie, Rick and Todd, sympathies to you all on the passing of Harvey - our physician, neighbor and friend who really came through for us when dad was near the end, he even went so far as to lend Bernie a suit jacket for dads funeral. We renovated moms house, moved in and our still right beside your old place. A gentle man, good parishioner and community supporter.
Chuck & Pat Burks
November 20, 2020
Our sincere sympathy for your loss Val. We will keep you & your family in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.
Valerie Cameron
November 20, 2020
My sympathies to you, Valerie and your sons and families. I attended school with Harvey from elementary through secondary.
He was my mother’s doctor, as well. I am sorry he had to deal with
Parkinson’s; what a shame. Valerie Cameron
Forrest Halpenny
November 20, 2020
Valerie
Gladys & I are thinking of you
What a great couple to have as neighbours to my parents
Takes a special guy & spouse to do what you two did for the Town of Kindersley and especially for my Mom & Dad
Wish you all the best
Forrest & Gladys Halpenny
Michael and Arlene Hankewich
November 20, 2020
Sorry for your loss Valerie. We have many fond memories of our time together in Kinsmen and Kinettes. He was a gentle kind man to many. An amazing doctor to many too. We missed you guys living here. Your friends Mike and Arlene
Joseph Drewniak
November 20, 2020
I have known Harvey since we were boys living in Kindersley, Sk.
I wish to pass on to the Gerein family condolences from the Drewniak family. He will be always remembered. May Harvey rest in peace with the Lord.
GARY CLOSE
November 20, 2020
Valarie - it is with sadness that we read the obits even if one knows it is inevitable it is still a shock. You had a good 49 years together please treasury the memories. Best wishes for the months ahead.
Gary Kadin
November 20, 2020
Harvey was my family doctor when I was stationed in Kindersley from 1978-1984. He delivered my youngest daughter. He was not only an exceptional physician but an even nicer person. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Ralph Kleiter
November 20, 2020
Dear Valerie and family:
Please accept my condolences and prayers. I had heard of Harvey's failing health when I was in Kindersley this summer. I have good memories of you when I served there 1983-88. Harvey was a fine man and I know memories will sustain you.
Blessings,
Fr. Ralph Kleiter, Saskatoon
kleiter@shaw.ca