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Gunter, at age 87, died peacefully at Ed’s House. He will be missed by his partner, Judy Harris, sister-in-law, Janet Ruderman, brother-in-law, David Henderson, nieces and nephews.
Gunter was born and raised in Eisenoch East Germany. He immigrated to Canada in 1958 and became a proud Canadian a few years later. Trained as a tool and die maker, he transitioned to store window decorating, which made better use of his creativity.
Gunter loved to travel. In the 1970s, he completed a three-year odyssey that took him through South America and Africa. He took several other trips on his own and after retiring, he travelled from time to time with Judy.
In retirement, Gunter enjoyed golf, bridge and gardening.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2973 Cornish Hollow Rd. in Cobourg on Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 2 to 4 pm.
Those wishing may make a donation to Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
We have known Gunter for over forty years - in Toronto, we played bridge, we golfed (Gunter often arranged a golf tournament with great attendances). Then lo and behold he and Judy moved to Northumberland where we were again able to play bridge and golf and "socialize". We think Gunter had a full, exciting life. He made the most of it. We will miss him and will have many moments to remember him. Judy our thoughts are with you.
My deepest condolences to Judy and family. They certainly broke the mold when they made Gunter. He was a unique and colourful character with a zest for life and a seemingly endless trove of tales from his many and varied travels. I shall miss his humour, his cheeky comments and his booming, always-enthusiastic voice: "Oh, ja!"
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
So sorry to hear of Gunters passing, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Very sad at the passing of my friend Gunter. One of the initial founders of the poker group which met once a month for the passed 18 or so years ago. More of a social gathering than a poker game(s). A time to jab at each other, where jokes and stories were plentiful and, at the end of the evening. a shake of hands, a slap on the shoulder and looking forward to the next game. Gunter was my 'go-to" target for retribution - Gunter did not have anyone special as no one was safe from his good humour jabs. He will be missed by all who knew him.
I enjoyed many conversations with Gunter about a lot of subjects. He was a very interesting person who always shared his wisdom. He will be missed. A prince among us. My condolences, JUDY.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Always interesting and enjoyable to be at the bridge table with Gunter. He will be missed. My sincere sympathy, Judy.
My deepest sympathy Judy We are going to miss Gunther at the bridge club.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
I always looked forward to a round of Duplicate playing against Gunter. He always had a joke or two and a good sense of humour. We will miss you, Gunter. My condolences, Judy
Will miss your corny jokes and the sunny mood. Eva
We were sorry to hear of Gunters passing. May he rest in peace. Take care Judy and the rest of his family.
We were sad to hear about the passing of Gunter. Please accept our deepest condolences. May his memory be a blessing and live on to all who loved him. Bill & Rita
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Judy I am so sorry for your loss Sincerely Carol
I would like to send my condolences to Judy and family, on the loss of Gunther. I will miss seeing him at duplicate bridge.