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Hugh Gilmurray (Gil) Clarey

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Hugh Gilmurray (Gil) Clarey

August 10, 1960 - August 14, 2020

Peacefully at his home on Friday August 14th, 2020 at the age of 60. Beloved husband of Judy Clarey (nee Dale). Loving father of Travis, Rachel Harvey (Tim) and Brandon (Samantha). Most cherished grandson “Monster” Cameron. Predeceased by his parents George and Dorothy Clarey. Dear brother of Nick, Mark, Helen, Juneanne, David, Tom and the late Peter and Kevin. The Clarey family will be gathering at the Keeler Centre on Saturday August 22nd from 1-3 pm. for a drive by visitation. All friends attending the drive by visitation must remain in their cars. If desired donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Lesley Cunliffe and Carl Vardon - September 2, 2020

Our hearts go out to all of you with our heartfelt condolences on your recent loss. So sorry.

Ann Marie and Mike McMcIvor - August 29, 2020

We are so very sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. Mike and Ann Marie

Richard and Donna Goodfellow - August 27, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the whole family.

Rosemary Clark - August 25, 2020

Judy and family we are so sorry to hear about Gil. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Gil was such a special friend and always willing to volunteer or to help anyone in need. He was always Don's friendly rival as a hockey coach. We will all miss him dearly. Cherish your memories they last a life time.

Betty Fraser - August 22, 2020

Judy and Family, our deepest sympathies in the loss of a great husband, father, grandpa and friend. He truly was one of kind and will be missed. Betty and Charlie Fraser

Karen Barchuk Garrard - August 22, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

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Bonnie Rusaw - August 22, 2020

Regardless of how many times death takes our loved ones from us it never gets any easier. I am thinking of all of you today & hoping that knowing that his suffering is over will somehow help bring all of you some comfort. Gil will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him- always loved & never forgotten.

Cathie - August 22, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family......Sincere condolences. Big hugs from Cathie,,,Fuzz,Dug,Buffy and Tayler.

Sandra Filson - August 21, 2020 DONATION

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Lydia Johnson - August 21, 2020

My heartfelt condolences to all of Gil's family and extended family.....may he rest on peace with his parents and brothers!

Bill and Gwen Chapman - August 21, 2020

Dear Judy, Our sincere condolences to you and your family at the loss of such a special man. Gil was always eager to help in any way he could, whether on a phone call or popping into his woodworking shop. Gil will truly be missed by the Clarey and Dale families and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. We really hope that they have great date squares in heaven as Gil always enjoyed them. Sincerely Bill and Gwen

Rosemary Taylor - August 21, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you...sincere condolences..Rosemary and Jamie...

Diana Redegeld - August 21, 2020 DONATION

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Diana Redegeld - August 21, 2020

Dear Judy and family, My deepest sympathies to all of you. Diana

Elaine Churchill - August 21, 2020

Dear Clarey and Dale Families: It is with great sadness that we have lost such a wonderful man! He will be so missed by all his family, friends and anyone who had the pleasure to meet him! He had such a great sense of humor and was always smiling! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time! Hugs to all!! Charles and Elaine xoxo

John Robson - August 21, 2020

Travis, My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Mike & Kathy Voskamp - August 20, 2020 DONATION

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Pat (Snapper) & Shelley Rutherford - August 20, 2020 DONATION

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Susan & Jim Kernaghan - August 20, 2020

Judy and Clarey family sorry for loss . May your memories of Gil be a blessing.

Kevin & Michele Shutt - August 20, 2020

We were saddened to hear of Gils passing. We knew of health issues but not to this extent. Gils Mom was our neighbour when we bought our first home on Church St W in the early '90s and we bought our second home from the Clareys. I used to sell and deliver finish products to Gil in his heyday as a cabinet maker. Always a smile and welcoming spirit. He will be missed.

RICHARD LACKEY - August 19, 2020

Our sincere sympathy on your loss. He was a positive guy and brought a smile to your face. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

Audrey Orofiamma - August 19, 2020

Hi Judy - I was sorry to hear of Gil’s passing. Heartfelt condolences to you and the family. Audrey Orofiamma (nee Redegeld)

Judy & Len McDonald - August 19, 2020

Brandon & Samantha, sending our hugs. So sorry for your loss. All our love. Aunt Judy and Uncle Len?

barry Godfrey - August 19, 2020

Sorry for your loss HotDog will be greatly missed

Melanie and Larry SIne - August 19, 2020

So sorry to hear of Gil's passing. Always a smile on his face. Thoughts and prayers to all the family.

WASIM IBRAHIM - August 19, 2020

Travis, My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek

Patricia Westrope - August 18, 2020

My sincere condolences to the Clarey family in the loss of your beloved "Hotdog". Gil has left us all with many fond memories, particularly his contagious smile and his community spirit. A fine young man who sat in my grade 8 classroom in 1973-74. He will be missed.

Melissa Lilje (nee Boreham) - August 18, 2020

I was very saddened to hear that Gil had passed away! Please know that you and the family are all in my thoughts and prayers!

John. Chatterton - August 18, 2020

My sincere condolences to the Clarey family. I remember Gil when he was a little boy back when l lived in Colborne. Although l hadn’t seen him in many years l know he was a very nice person as was all the Clarey’s

Valerie Sawyer - August 18, 2020

Gil was a friend to so many! It so unfortunate he struggled with health these passed few years. He will be missed. My sincere condolences.

Jim Dick - August 18, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the Clarey family. May he live on and continue to be proud of all family members in the afterlife.

Howard Sui - August 18, 2020

My sincere condolences for your loss

Susan & Dalt Spicer - August 18, 2020 DONATION

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Dave Hartman - August 18, 2020

Travis and Family. Sincerest condolences on your loss. May the next chapter in your lives be filled with fond memories of the times you had with your father, husband, and brother.

Kim Barrett & Rob Francis - August 18, 2020

Judy and family our sincere condolences. Gil was a great and funny guy. Our thought and prayers are with you.

Susan & Dalt Spicer - August 18, 2020

Our hearts are saddened to hear of Gil's passing. Gil was a fun-loving individual with a wonderful sense of humour, and he called a spade a spade. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Judy, your children and the entire Clarey Family. He will be missed.

Bob and Donna Dulmage - August 18, 2020

Sorry for your loss.

Rob and Tracy Dulmage - August 18, 2020

Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ann Corkery - August 17, 2020

My sincere condolences for your loss. Gil was a great man may he rest in peace. Regards Ann Corkery

Penny & Marvin - August 17, 2020

Judy and family we are so sorry for the passing of Gil "hotdog" he was a great neighbor friend and baseball player . We sure had some wonderful times together❤ may he rest now our thoughts and prayers are with you all Marin & Penny and family xo

Sheila Woodcox - August 17, 2020

My thoughts are with the family at this time of sorrow

Robert Bullock - August 17, 2020

Sorry for your loss Judy and family. Gil was a fun and loving man, RIP

Mandy Martin - August 17, 2020

Our Cramahe Twp. community is mourning the loss of a true champion: Gil Clarey. Many have known him all their lives. Me? A mere 21 years. But here’s what I LOVED about the man. He could tell you (me) that you (me) were (was) an idiot and then calmly, with such self-deprecating humour, tell you (me) how. He made you feel that he’d already it experienced the embarrassment or humiliation of being - an idiot. He did not pander, did not couch it in “sexist/old boys” stuff: you were an idiot regardless of gender and, now, here’s a way forward. He knew SO much about SO many things - most importantly, the power of support and kindness. I am not what would be considered a “close friend” because, I suspect, if you are classified as such, you live/lived with the security of an all-embracing bear hug. I treasure his guidance and sagacity, his sense of humour and utter honesty. But, most of all, he was SUCH a champion of us, of Cramahe Township. He had NO DOUBTS about this community’s people being capable of taking on any challenge with inclusion and the collective strength of “good people”. Much love - and thanks - to the family for sharing Gil with all of us and beyond. A great man has left us. His example remains.

Bill Westrope - August 17, 2020

Our prayers and condolences go out to the Clarey family,Gil's great smile and great sense of humor will surely be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him,RIP

Jackie buttle - August 17, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful man

Dana and Janice Johnston - August 17, 2020

Judy and family: Memories of Gil at work and playing sports always bring a smile to your face. A man of great wit and wisdom, Rest in Peace Gil!

Billie Ball - August 17, 2020

So sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences and sympathy, our family always remember him as Hot dog, Your in my prayers and thoughts. Love Billie

George Quigley - August 17, 2020

great guy will always enjoy the memory of our time playing hockey together, the best to all his family

Lorraine Chapman - August 17, 2020

To Judy and the Clarey Family we would like to extend our condolences for your loss. On behalf of Grace Chapman and our family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Pam Cross (Spence) - August 17, 2020

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sue Williamson - August 17, 2020

I am very sorry to hear of Gilmurrays passing. Although we are far apart in miles the Clarey cousins are in my heart. Thinking of you all especially Judy and family Hugs, Susie xo

Gen Palmer - August 17, 2020

Sincere Sympathy to you Judy and to the entire Clarey Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and wishing you all much love.

Sandra and Steve Greer - August 17, 2020

From our family to yours we send our deepest sympathy. Gil was a great great man. You are all in our hearts

Donna-Gail Vermaat-Meens - August 17, 2020

To Judy, all of Gils family and many friends, Sincere condolences. May you find comfort and strength in the love that is surrounding you at this very difficult time. Gil was one of a kind and will be truly missed. Donna-Gail, Hailey and Rueben Meens

Shawn and Linda - August 17, 2020

Thinking of all of you during this time of loss ! RIP Gil you were a great guy and will be sadly missed !

Lori Liberty - August 17, 2020

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to all of the Clarey families. Love, The McIntosh Family

Deb Barrett - August 17, 2020

Judy, I am so sorry to hear about Gil's passing . Please accept my sincerest condolences to you and your Family .

Paul Waller - August 17, 2020

My sincere condolences to the family. Although I didn’t know Gilmurray that well, I know the rest of you. So very sorry for the loss of your brother. Paul

Lindsey Black - August 17, 2020

Judy and all the Clarey family, I am so sorry to hear about Gil. My thoughts are with all of you.

Karen Chalovich - August 17, 2020

Dear Judy and family, Our sincere condolences on Gil's passing. May you have lots of wonderful family memories to share with each other. Take care, Karen, Teresa, & Heather

The Cimetta Family - August 17, 2020

Our deepest condolences go out to Gil's family. from the Cimetta Family.

Gary and Josette Hill - August 17, 2020

We are so sorry to hear about Gil's passing . Please accept our sincerest condolences to you and your Family .

Camilla Millar-corkery - August 17, 2020

We send our deepest condolences to you and your family .. thinking of you .. love the millar family

Timothy Gilligan - August 17, 2020

Deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. To a great man!! Love The Gilligan Family

Lynn Wilson - August 17, 2020

Judy I’m in search of words that might bring you comfort but in the end there are no words that express how sorry I am for your loss and the impact this will have on you and your children and their families. It is evident that Gil was well loved and I hope you gather strength from that. Take good care of yourself.

Diane and Stan Chapman - August 17, 2020

Our hearts are broken for all of you. Gil was a wonderful man and will be missed by so many. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to all of you at this difficult time.

Colleen Gruba - August 17, 2020

Travis, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

Pranav Nidhi - August 17, 2020

So sorry to hear this Travis. My condolences to all the family. Almighty let his soul rest in peace.

Elaine Churchill - August 17, 2020

Dear Judy and family! It is with great sadness that we heard of the passing of Gil! Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! He was such a well loved man who loved his family, friends and life! He truly will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him! Sending hugs to all!! Charles and Elaine xoxo

Donna M Logel - August 17, 2020

Deeply sorry to hear of Gil's passing.

Mary Mouse Checkley Ainsworth - August 17, 2020

Judy, Travis, Rachel, and Brandon, please accept my condolences on your loss of Hot Dog. He was such a good person with a great heart to many. I have so many great memories of him that I will cherish and will always miss that little twinkle in his eye and mischievous little grin. Rest now Doggie.

Antonio Maccarrone - August 17, 2020

Very sorry for your loss. We send our deepest condolences .

Jeff Bock - August 17, 2020

I am so sorry for you loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time.

Charlie Black - August 17, 2020

Sorry for your lost he was a good guy.

Mary & Tony Cook - August 17, 2020

Dear Judy and Family, please accept our sincere condolences. Gil was such a positive, gentle, kind, and loving individual. We hold very fond memories of encounters with him in Ontario and New Zealand. He was one of the best. Much love, Mary, Tony and family.

Brenda Kelly - August 17, 2020

So sorry to hear of your loss, our prayers and deepest sympathy. Goes out to your family from my family . Keep the beautiful memories in your heart, with deepest condolences. Brenda Kelly

Lois. Wills - August 16, 2020

So sorry to hear this my condolences goes to all the family.prayers to all.

Wib & Carol - August 16, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss

Jarred Robinson - August 16, 2020

I am very sorry for your loss. The whole family is in my prayers

Rob Fisher - August 16, 2020

We are so sorry to hear of Gil’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

KEITH JACKSON - August 16, 2020

It is a shock for me to learn of Gil's passing. He was a terrific person and a kind soul. My thoughts and prayers out to Judy and to his family. He will be missed very much.

Gail & Ryan Chisholm - August 16, 2020

Dear Judy and family We are so sorry to hear of Gil's passing. Please know that we are thinking of all of you at this most difficult time. Gail & Ryan

Carolyn Hasson - August 16, 2020

Thoughts and prayers for your family.

Mike & Eileen Cosham - August 16, 2020

Dear Judy & family, We are so very sorry to hear of Gil's passing. We always enjoyed seeing him when he visited Ruth and Paul's cottage. Please accept our sincerest condolences. Mike & Eileen

Les and Ann Day - August 16, 2020

Judy and all the Clarey Family, So sorry to hear of Gils' passing. His suffering is over and he is at rest. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this heartbreaking time.

Siobhan O’Brien - August 16, 2020

Dear Judy & family - I’m so very sorry to hear of Gil’s passing after his 60th birthday celebrations. He was a wonderful, kind, caring and funny man so full of life and love. He was always willing to help others and brought so much joy and laughter to everyone & everything. My thoughts are with you and your family. Siobhan x

marcia ellison - August 16, 2020

My condolences to the Clarey family... So very sorry to hear of Gil's passing.

Carol Gutteridge - August 16, 2020

I am so sad at the passing of My dear friend and coworker Gil. May he Rest In Peace. He will always be in my heart. Great person and so much fun to work with. Judy, the children, and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this hard time. Xxoo. Carol

John Wood - August 16, 2020

My condolences to the Clarey family, I am sorry to hear of Gils passing.

Cindy Greer & Joe Ferguson - August 16, 2020

Judy & Family, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Our deepest sympathies, Cindy & Joe

Shelley Kernaghan - August 16, 2020

I am so very sorry to hear of Gils passing. My thoughts are with you at this time.

Sandra Johns “Chapman” - August 16, 2020

So sorry to hear of Gils passing, may your beautiful memories keep you all strong during these difficult times. Sandra and Rick

Bob Dankmeyer - August 15, 2020

So sorry to hear about Gil. My condolences to Dave, Mark and the rest the Clareys.

Alvin and Barbara Anne Ramer - August 15, 2020

We are so sad to hear of Gil’s passing. We are grateful for good memories of him as a colleague, a craftsman and a friend. Please be sure of our prayers for all of you at this very difficult time. Kindest regards, Alvin and Barbara Anne Ramer

Diane and John Hall - August 15, 2020

So very sorry for your loss. I have many memories of working with Gil at the Utilities. I know he will be missed by many. Our prayers are with you.

Lynn chaschowy - August 15, 2020

I'm so sorry for your loss! Please know my arms are wrapped around all of you.I did not hear until today.Much love to all.

Fred and Tilly Gordon - August 15, 2020

Please accept our condolences, our thoughts are with you!

Francis Hay - August 15, 2020

so sorry to hear of passing of Gill . It is with heavy hearts that we say to the family that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Francis Hay