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Gary Stephen Weekes passed away on Tuesday, March 15th, 2022 in his 82nd year at Northumberland Hills Hospital after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Brenda (nee Simpson) for 36 years. Gary was born on April 30th, 1940 to parents Mary and Jim Weekes in Toronto. Gary graduated from Trent University and was employed by the KPRDSB, first as an elementary school teacher and then later as a principal. He was an avid reader, lover of his pets and loyal to the Yankees. After he retired, Brenda and Gary enjoyed travelling, especially the cruises to Alaska. He will be missed by both friends and family. If desired donations may be made to the Northumberland Humane Society or PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary. A celebration of life will be held at Fellowship Baptist Church, Cobourg, on Saturday April 30th, 2022 at 10:30 am. followed by refreshments.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Humane Society
Dear Brenda, Our heartfelt sympathy and love is extended to you on the loss of your beloved Gary. We pray that our Lord will be your strength as you go through this difficult time in your life. You have wonderful memories that will be with you forever. Take good care! Love, Hess and Berylanne
Dearest Brenda, our sincerest condolences to you on the passing of Gary. He was always so kind and thoughtful to us and our family. A true friend. He will be missed. Love The Groz Family
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Humane Society
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Humane Society
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary
Brenda and family My sincerest sympathies Brenda in the passing of your dear husband Gary. Memories of kindness and love priceless. Christmas Day 2017, a treasured moment shared with you Brenda, and Gary is never forgotten; along with all our Sundays at FBC I now hold dear in my heart. I pray, time will bring peace and God's light shine on your days moving forward. Gary was so very generous and kind to me and his gift of giving forever remains a precious memory. With Love and God's grace, Your long distance friend... Ivy xoi
So sorry for your loss Brenda
Dear Brenda We send our condolences on Gary’s passing. What a difficult time this must be for you, but let your memories of a well lived life together give you comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kim and Rachel Schoon
Our condolences Brenda on Gary's passing. Lynne and I both were lucky to have him as a teacher at Burnham School and then I had the privilege of working at Plainville School with him. Ron & Lynne
Our deepest condolences to Brenda and family ,saddened to here of Gary,s passing .Many good memories of my time with them and all the kindness Sincerely Bob and Irene Singer
I remember a few great teachers from the 70's at Burnham School. He was one of them.R.IP.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. RIP Gary.
Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing please accept my condolences RIPGary
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Humane Society
Dear Brenda, Thinking of you and may you keep in your heart many memories of your wonderful years with Gary. He was a great teacher and principal.
My deepest condolences to all of the Weekes family on your loss. May happy memories help you through this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Humane Society
Very sorry to hear of Gary's passing, he was a great teacher and neighbor.
Dear Brenda, Sending you my sincere condolences at this difficult time. Margaret
We are so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. We just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Brenda, sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. I really enjoyed his sense of humour when we played cards at the condo. Thinking of you at this very sad time.
Our heartfelt condolences Brenda. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time
So sorry Brenda to hear of Gary's passing. One of my favourite people. Chris
Dear Brenda, I was saddened to hear about Gary's passing. He was a real gentleman and a well-respected teacher and principal. There are literally hundreds of ex students who have come forth to praise Gary and mention how much he changed their lives and truly loved his job and the students he taught. He will be sorely missed! I'm so pleased you and Gary enjoyed so many holidays together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Brenda. Sincere condolences. Gary Stephen Weekes April 30, 1940 - March 15, 2022 ~ REST IN PEACE ~
I’m so sorry to hear the loss of Mr Weeks . I sure do remember him at Grant Sine school in 1984. I remember it like yesterday and told the story a few times. I started going to that school and did not see eye to eye with one student and we would fight a lot. Because of Mr Weeks putting us in line that other student is a very very good friend of mine . Would never had happened with out Gary. So thanks to To Mr Weeks .R.I.P Gary
We are so sorry to hear of your loss Brenda. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda, I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was a "true gentleman". He was a unique educator who always put his students first. Treasure all your wonderful memories.
We were saddened to learn of Gary`s passing. Please know that we care.|
So sorry for your loss Brenda ??????
Mr. Weekes was my favourite principal ever. He was a great teacher and a great man. Mrs. Weekes, my heart is breaking for you and your family. I hope you can find some solace in your wonderful memories of him. Rest in peace.....
Mr Weekes was one of the very best, most innovative teachers, with teaching methods way before the times. I treasure my Gr 8 memories of him at Burnham PS. RIP
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Humane Society
Brenda,Gary’s passing has left us shocked and so saddened.As vice-principal of The Burnham Public School he was my right-hand man. I admired and respected him as an individual and an educator.You will miss him dearly but may the memories that you have shared comfort you.
So sorry to read of Gary's passing. I knew him from the days at Burnham school and Gary was also involved in Cobourg minor hockey when we were. Deepest sympathy.
My condolences on Mr. Weekes passing. I remember Mr. Weekes as the BEST teacher @ Burnham school, I loved being in his class! What a life he lived, may your memories carry you through the grief.
Dear Brenda: So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Remember you are not alone, stay close to the Lord at this time. My faith helped me so much when Bill passed away in 2020. Love, Helen Glenn
Brenda, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad team. Rest in peace Uncle Gary. Maureen, Steve & Paul.
Brenda so sorry to hear about Gary.. My thoughts and prayers are with you ?
Brenda, I am sorry to read of Gary's passing and your loss. Wishing you strength.
Brenda sincere condolences on Gary's passing. I knew Mr. Weekes as a teacher and Gary as a friend. He was a great teacher loved and respected by his students. He was also generous with his time refereeing hockey and umpiring baseball. He may have passed but will always be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Thinking of you as always and your loss. Praying
We're sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Brenda our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Dear Brenda - I am so sadden to learn of Gary's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories that you shared. Sincerely, Carol
So sorry for yur loss Brenda. My thoughts & prayers are with u during this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss Brenda. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda. We are so sorry to hear about Gary. Our thoughts are with you.
Brenda. I am so saddened for you, to hear of Gary's passing. My heart goes out to you. Praying God's strength and peace, in the days and weeks ahead.❤
My thoughts are with you Brenda. Sincerely Jane
Mr. Weekes was an Amazing Teacher at Burnham School . He always tried to keep us in line. I loved chatting with him over the years. He will be missed ❣️Cherish your Memories forever Brenda❣️Gone but never Forgotten.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Humane Society
Dear Brenda I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing . Thinking of you at this difficult time. I am sure you have wonderful memories of your life with Gary to comfort you in the days ahead.
Brenda, may the memories that you and Gary made over the years keep you chuckling and feeling his warmth.
Oh no! Our hearts break for you Brenda!! Gary was an amazing teacher and priciple. Our thoughts, prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
Brenda, so sorry to hear of Gary's death. I knew him as a gentle man and neighbor. He is at rest now with his beloved Saviour. My deepest sympathy to you Sharon Keighley
Dear Brenda, very sorry for your loss. Gary was a very supportive and encouraging person who will be remembered fondly. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Brenda, I'm was so sorry to learn of your husband's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brenda so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Remembering the enjoyable years when he was my principal. My thoughts are with you.
Brenda, we are so sorry to hear of Gary's passing, always enjoyed each others company when we were neighbours. God Bless Joan & Bob
Sorry to read of the passing of Gary. Thinking of you Brenda at this difficult time.
It is with sadness that we learned of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to Brenda at this difficult time.
Brenda So very sorry to hear about Gary.He will be greatly missed in our little village.Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time.
Brenda, Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Remember the good times.
So sorry to hear if Garys passing ..he will definitely be missed by many......keep your wonderful memories close to your heart and he will always be near ...hugs Brenda I will be sure to let Carri know of his passing
I am very sorry to learn of Gary's passing. I am thinking of you Brenda.
Brenda, we were so sorry to hear of the loss of Gary. Lots of memories, of family and his years teaching. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely Ron and Linda.