Gary Leo Pretty

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Gary Leo Pretty of Chapel Arm at the age of 55 Passed peacefully away at the Miller Centre in St. John’s, April 16/2021, surrounded by his loving wife, Debbie; son, Ryan(Rebecca); daughter ,Carly(Dylan); and niece Kayla(Steve). Gary is predeceased by his Dad; Charles and great niece Charlee-Rae, in-laws, Carl, Janet & Buddy Dyke Smith; Great nephew, David; and good buddy Robin George. Gary leaves behind his mom, Bertha Pretty; Special nieces, Krista Murphy, Jenny Smith, Kayla Power. Great nephew, Coby Murphy who always stopped by for a chat. Great niece, Abigail Smith; who always cheered him up. Special mention to his brothers, Scott(Marie); in Loydminster  Ross(Monique); in Texas who always called to check on him. Also leaving to morn a large circle of family & friends. Gary was a loving husband, father, uncle & brother-in-law.  Due to the Covid restrictions the Visitation will be on Saturday, April 24, 2021 from  2:00 to 4:00 pm.

We will miss him forever, Safe in the arms of Jesus.
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  2. Oh Debbie ,iam so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing.May your memories bring you some comfort. Hugs to you and Ryan and Carly

  3. Debbie ,Ryan and Carly and family,
    Deepest condolences on the passing of Gary. I know how you helped him through all of this and is so saddened by his departure. His pain is over now and he lives on in all of you. RIP Gary . You will be dearly missed by all who knew you ..Take care of each other .Love Janet

  4. Debbie,Ryan,Carly and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time,sending you all big hugs ,wishing I could be there with you like you guys were there for me ,hold all your wonderful memories close to your hearts to help ease some of the pain you are all feeling at this time

  5. Kayla
    So sorry to read about your uncle
    Please accept my condolences.
    Hold tight to memories of special moments you’ve shared

  7. So sorry for your loss. Gary was such a good person. He will be missed by all. One of our camping friends . hugs and kisses to his loved ones.

  11. Debbie, sending you lots of love and hugs at this very sad time. My condolences to you, your children and to the rest of Gary’s family. May he Rest In Peace

    Xoxoxox
    Joan

  14. it is with a heavy heart that i write this
    my heart aches for you and your family at this very difficult time
    with a lifetime of memories to look back on and to cherish; remember the ones that made you smile, laugh and even the ones that made you cry….
    Gary was one in a million and sometimes force to be reconed with.
    he will be sadly missed by everyone
    love you always, hugs my friend

  16. Debbie and Family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. Our condolences go out to you. Gary and Mundon had many a good conversation. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow

  17. Debbie and Family,
    I am so very sorry to hear of Gary Leo’s passing. I am thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
    Tanya

  19. Debbie, my condolences go out to you and your family. I haven’t seen Gary in years, but I’ll cherish the many memories from our high school years.
    Arlene

  20. Sending deepest sympathy to all the family – thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad and most difficult time – God Bless!

    Carmelita, Jacinta and Clint Bruce and families

  22. So sorry for your loss. Gary was always a pleasure to care for. So sweet and kind no matter what was happening around him.

  24. Debbie, Ryan, and Carly. My heart is broken for you with the loss of Gary. Growing up you all were like family to me and I’m forever grateful for all the time spent with you. Gary was quick to make anyone smile and I’ll forever remember him singing “Nancy whisky” to mom, along with many memories with the cows. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

  27. Debbie sorry to hear of Gary’s passing , I was shocked , my thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids , one day out of time Debbie , take care Jerry ,

  28. Bertha, Debbie and all your family we are sending our sincere condolences to you all. Gary was quite a character I’m sure there are lots of great memories to carry with you down this road if and when things return to some kind of normal. Ryan and Carly keep him close to your hearts I am most sure you are with his heart. Blessings to all!

  30. Darren and I remember meeting Gary and Debbie on our many walks around Normans Cove when we first started dating. We are so very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. May you find peace knowing others care. God bless you all during this sad time

  32. My condolences to you and your family Debbie.We haven’t been in touch for many years but often thought about you and reminisced about our childhood. Thinking of you now during this difficult time. RIP Gary

  37. Our sincere condolences to the family. Gary was a wonderful man and will certainly be missed. Hugs to family.

  38. Debbie, please accept our condolences on the passing of Gary. He’s gone much too soon. Our thoughts are with you, the kids and all the family. I truly enjoyed getting to know you and Gary a few years back and the chats I had with him and with you both. We’re sending hugs. Take care of yourselves during this time.

  40. Sincere condolences to Debbie and family. We met Gary many years ago while visiting Chapel Arm. Fond memories. May he rest in heavenly peace. God bless you all.

  43. Deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear Gary… Another young man gone way too soon. I meet Gary many years ago when the children were young and remember his kindness and devotion to his family and his farm animals. I hope you find comfort with all the good memories you shared as a family. So sorry for your loss.
    Regards,
    Sarah (Michelle’s sister)

  45. Debbie and family: so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. Take care.

  48. Hey Debbie, so sorry for your loss. My cond0lences to you and your families on both sides. my thoughts and prayers are with you threw this difficult times.

  52. Aunt Debbie, Ryan, and Carly, I am thinking of you during this difficult time. Uncle Gary was the best of the best. He made all my trips to Newfoundland extra special and I will remember him forever for that. I’m sorry I can’t be there for you all right now, but I love you all very much. Kisses and hugs.
    Love Janet ❤️

  54. Our condolences to you and your family on your loss, Gary I’m going to miss our conversations, RIP until we meet again, Debbie and family remember Heaven has received an Angel by who’s name you know,

  55. Debbie Carly Ryan
    So sad and heartbreaking
    No words can explain how sorry I am for the passing of Gary but know he is at peace now no more pain and suffering but will be in your hearts forever hugs

  57. Debbie, Carly and Ryan. Our hearts go out to you during this sad time. We wish that we could be there to support you. Gary was a great brother-in- law and friend. We have many good memories of our trips to Newfoundland and spending time with him. He will be forever missed. Love Jenny and Darrell.

  60. I am very late with my condolences. I had no knowledge that Gary had passed away since I have been away from NL for over 20 years now. So sorry and sad to hear of his passing. Gary was one of the nicest people I ever met in my life and most certainly one of the best from the Chapel Arm. May he Rest In Peace and God Bless his family.

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