Passed away with courage and dignity on February 15, 2019 with his loving wife and children by his side. The most amazing husband to Shirley (Golightly), phenomenal father of Bryce (Ashley), Marisa (Corey), extremely proud grandpa to Charlie and Archer Kurtz and Ali and Hailey Pukarowski. Loved son of Helen and the late James Kurtz and special son in law of Doreen and the late Bill Golightly. Dear brother of Judy (Bruce) McKague, Jim (Pat) Kurtz, the late Gerry (Barb) Kurtz, Keith (Cathie) Kurtz and beloved brother in law of Warren (Linda) Golightly. Gary is survived by many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Gary was a true warrior who embraced every challenge and obstacle with grace and inspired others with his outlook. We are all better people for having known him. At the request of the family, in lieu of flowers please direct donations to the Hospice Wellington who provided exceptional care to Gary in his final days. All are invited to a reception to be held at The Lighthouse Restaurant at The Grand River Raceway on Saturday March 9th from 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Words of Remembrance will begin at 2:30pm. Arrangements are entrusted to The Graham Giddy Funeral Home, 37 Church Street East, Elora.
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