To Valda and Family, I am so so sorry to hear of Gary's passing My thoughts are with you. Our families had a lot of fun as Children when we went to Raglan Beach as we got older, we seem to split. It is hard to believe he is no longer with us we were the same age. and close Cousins. I hope he did not suffer to long Lots of Love and hugs to you all cousin Shyrrel and Families.

To Valda and family thinking of you all at this sad time sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Brent and Eric had lots business dealings with Gary for many years Remembered as a very good stock agent Brent and Chris Sole Eric Sole

I remember Gary as our 1st Auctioneer when we started our new business, K,'s Auctions. Gary always bought fun and laughter to the Auction night, and it was because of his easy going nature that I decided to go for my Auctioneers license and Gary and I would share the duties. So sorry yo hear of his passing and my thoughts are with Valda and the family. Sheryl Kivell

Sorry we couldn't be there today. Whenever I think of Gary, I think of someone who is the epitome of the way a person should be - kind, generous, fun, cheeky, strong and caring, as well as someone who lived life. I have really fond memories starting back with life at the squash club as a kid and of the laughter and smiles, those skinny brown legs poking out his shorts, and of course the many accidents and scrapes Gary always seemed to be getting into. Gary was one of life's good ones and we'll miss seeing him about immensely. Much love and a big hug to you, Michelle, Peter, Charlee and Jessica.

Dear Valda, Naomi and family, I was saddenned to hear of Gary's passing, my love and sympathy to you all, sorry I am not with you today, I remember Gary's auctioneering, especially the weekly ones at the Stratford Auction house. His trademark smile will be missed . Love Sarah Green and Phillipa Perrett.

Dear Valda & Family , Our thoughs are with you all at this sad time , so sorry to hear of Garys passing . Eileen & Rowan Julian along with Anton & Bair in USA

Dear Valda, Glenn & Dy, Bevan & Sonar, Naomi, And Ra Cam and I extend our deepest sympathy to you all at the sudden passing of Gary. We have wonderful memories of our time spent together in more ways than one. His twinkling eyes most certainly spelt mischief with a capital ‘M’. With love Julie and Cam Gillespie.

Thinking of you all today on this sad day. Our thoughts are with you all.

Thinking of you all today and so sorry I can't be there. I remember the Waihi Beach holidays with all the families, happy times. Gary and cousin Mike shared a love of horse racing, even had horses in the same race at one time. He will be missed by so many. Pamela Alexander

To Valda and family please accept our very Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your Gary. We have very fond memories of Gary , as I know you will all have. Corinne and Barry Boniface

Valda. So sorry to hear of your loss. Gary was such a nice person, he will be missed by many. Kind wishes from Lenna and George Wall.

Dear Valda and Family, my love and thoughts are with you all. Don Hodge

Thinking of you all. Lots of memories from Norfolk School days, then again watching our grandies together at Egmont Village School. Special thoughts to Ra and family. Neville and Ruth Vesty

Dear Valda and family our very deepest sympathy of the loss of Gary ,our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time ,a kind caring man that will be missed by all. Kind regards Durham road district and hall Committee.

Valda & Family, so very upsetting and sad to hear of Gary's passing.. I know he will be training horses up there is heaven to keep everyone entertained with the best. Remember our first meeting when he escorted you to some SI conference, he was so polite about it all. He was great and I know a true mate of yours. Please look after yourself and I will catch up with you when I'm down your way. Neville doesn't know what horses to follow now. take bestest care. love Paula & Neville xxxx 0000xxxxx00000xxxxx0000xx

Dear Valda, so sad to hear of Gary's passing. Thinking of you at this sad time with love, Jennifer Berndt

Valda and family. We were saddened to learn of Gary’s death. Our thoughts are with you at this time, and are praying that God will bless you with His peace and guidance over the days ahead

Velda and family. So sorry to read of Gary's passing. My thoughts with you all at this sad time. Hinzy.

Sorry to hear of Gary's passing condolences to Valda and family I had lots of good memories of Gary when we both trained horses at Stratford RIP Gary

Sending my condolences to yr family.was shocked to see Gary had passed suddenly.only knw him for few yrs while flatting with his daugher Niomi.he was very kind giving person an would do anything to help any1 out an so caring loving husband, father an grandfather.He will be sadly missed by so many people.thinking of you all at such sad 😔 xoxoxo

Valda and family, we were so shocked to hear of Gary's sudden passing. He was a good man who always had a listening ear and solid advice. Gary was kind, cheerful and always had time for us. Our heartfelt condolances to you all. A great man who will be sadly missed but always remembered for all the right reasons.

Valda my heart goes out to you and the rest of the family. Gary was one of the great ones! I’ll never forget the incredible love you two had. Sending you lots of love and resilience as you navigate this. Crystal

Dear Valda, so sorry to read of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sandy and Alan

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was always so friendly with a lovely smile. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Margaret and Lew

Thinking of you at this time with love Adrienne Mitchell

Valda, my sympathy to you and family on the sudden loss of Gary. I will be thinking of you. Gillian x

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a lovely man. My sympathy to u all xx

Dear Valda and Family, so sorry to hear of Gary’s sudden passing. My sincere thoughts go out to you all during this very sad time.

Valda and family, my sincere condolences in the loss of Gary Earth is poker for his loss , but, heaven is richer for his gain

A sad loss of a wonderful father and and all round great guy. My heart goes out to Glenn, Bevan and Rachelle and the 5 grandchildren we shared. Hold the many wonderful memories of his wicked humour and dedicated love of the people who he cherished. R.I.P Gary

Thinking of you at this sad time Valda,couldn't believe of Gary's passing,far to soon,will miss our chats and visits.Heaps of love Darren and Linda xxxx

Dear Valda Naomi and family, so sorry to hear of Gary's passing, Thinking of you all, sincere condolences ,love to you all Averil

So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing Only person to give me the whistle when l was watching a McLeod shield game Love to all the family From Barbara,Murray and Hamish Corlett

So sorry to see of Gary's passing.He was a super guy,always a cheeky smile.Have known him for many years.RIP. Ed and Jenny Klemra

Dear Valda & Family We were so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing, our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers Valda. May God be your Rock at this sad time.

On behalf of the Taranaki Cancer Society staff, volunteers and committee members both past and present we extend our sincere condolences to Valda and family. Thanks to Valda’s influence and encouragement, we at the Taranaki centre were lucky to have Gary as a valued Volunteer. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with the family at this sad time.

Dear Valda - My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Anne Tate

Dear Valda, Naomi and family, I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s sudden passing, my deepest sympathy to you and your family I will miss waving to him as he passed by my house to the farm. Always such a happy and friendly, kind man. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Marie MacRae (neighbour)

Valda and family.sorry to hear Gary's passing,i have lots of memories of the time spent with him.All my sympathy to you all. Dave Modgill Valda an d family. Sorry to hear Gary's passing ,a nice and honest man .i have lots of good memories from time spent with him.All my sympathy to you all.

Gone far too soon, our deepest sympathies to all family. thinking of you all. Ken & Marie Crean

Valda and family. Thinking of you all in the loss of Gary. There are many memories of Gary and your family in the Norfolk district. Sincere sympathy.

Dear Valda - so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Thinking of you at this sad time and sending my sincere sympathy. love Pam O'Byrne

Hi Valda, Extremely sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I have lots of memories of us both being Stock Agents based in Inglewood plus being Rugby Referees. I got him to do my first $1 million plus farm sale Auction. He was someone I had great respect for. I am a fellow member of the zipper club. I watched his Horse Training results with interest. He will be sadly missed.

Oh my Gosh Valda, what a shock and far to soon for this to happen....we send our Love and Blessings to you all xx

Dear Valda. So devastated to hear of Gary’s passing. Condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you and sending lots of love. Julie Allerton

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Gary, he was such a kind man. Layla loved coming to visit at the end of road to chat about nothing in particular with him and he always had time for her. No matter how many times I told her his name he was always 'the farmer' to her, and she would happily tell me 'I'm going to see the farmer' I will miss seeing his smile and friendly wave. Thinking of you all Jenny and kids

Valda so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Stan & Sharon Barnett.

Very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. A friendship that went back to many years ago especially when the Inglewood Squash Club was getting built. Condolences to you, Valda, and family.

Dear Valda It was such a shock to read of Gary's passing, in the paper today. Sending much love and comfort to you. Love Val Dowman

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Condolences to you and your family, Valda. Take care, and let me know if I can do anything for you. Best wishes Sue and Malcolm Hine

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time

Oh Valda…..I’m so sad to hear of Gary’s passing. How missed he will be. Love to you and the family….. Kia Kaha x

Dear Valda and families, my thoughts are with you at this time. Hold on to all those wonderful memories you have of Gary, he was very special. Thinking of you. Jenny

Sad to hear of the loss of one of our Friends of the Opera House. We are grateful for the many hours of service Gary gave to the venue and in turn to the community. We will miss his cheerful manner.

Oh my gosh Valda, I am absolutely gutted for you all, what a shock to read where dear Gary has passed away, it was just so great catching up at Showplace after all those years and the laughter we enjoyed at rugby years ago also. My heart goes out to you all. Sending big hugs and my deepest sympathy. Lots of love Jean Hastie x

To Valda and Family I am so sorry to read of Gary’s passing.Sending all my love.