She was born to Margaret and (late) Chris Karstoff, March 10, 1958, in Toronto, Ontario. Gale graduated from Georges Vanier Secondary School and received her Degree of Social Work from Ryerson University. Gale is survived by her siblings Nicholas (Shelagh), Karen (Ralph), and Chris (Keiko), and leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews.
Gale was married to Paul Lariviere in 1979. Together they had two children, Greg (Caitlyn) and Amy (Shawn). Gale was an affectionate ‘Baba,’ cherished by her three grandchildren, Riley, Connor, and Weston. Gale was immensely proud of her family and leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories.
Gale was known as a hard-worker, passionate about helping children and families for more than 30 years. She was a kind and thoughtful friend, always available to offer a listening ear and sound advice. Gale loved traveling to warm destinations and enjoyed summers at her family cottage. She was always happiest surrounded by her family, especially the excited giggles of her little grandkids.
Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday October 29th, 2020 at Kane-Jerrett Funeral Home. Friends, family and co-workers are welcome from 12pm - 2:30pm. A private ceremony for immediate family only, will be held from 2:30-3pm but will be live-streamed for those wishing to participate. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the Sunnybrook Foundation.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.jerrettfuneralhometoronto.ca for the Lariviere family.
Celebration of Life Livestreaming Link: https://funeraweb.tv/en/diffusions/18854
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Sunnybrook Foundation, Toronto, Ontario
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