Gary’s Obituary
Gary James Robert Brumwell died Tuesday January 14 2020, at home on his farm surrounded by his loving family, as he would have wished. It was his 42nd Wedding Anniversary. Gary had been diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis in 2014, but succumbed to a brief and hard fought battle with lung cancer. He was born in Montreal in 1945 to James and Georgina Brumwell. He was the second born amongst his five siblings, Derek (deceased), Keith (deceased), John, Trevor and Cynthia. He moved with his family to Simcoe, Ontario in 1962. In his twenties Gary lived an adventurous life in Toronto studying photography at Ryerson University, driving taxi and working at the Art Gallery of Ontario. He met his life long partner Sue, in Oaxaca, whilst travelling in Mexico. They lived on a small holding in Cornwall England and were married there in 1978. In January 1979 they moved to a large farm in northern Nova Scotia where they raised sheep, cattle and grew ginseng. The farm was a continuous source of joy for Gary. He was well known for his sense of humour, laid back attitude, and his love of animals. He was also kind, patient and open minded. We as a family have been touched by the fond memories shared, across the generations, of his kindness, wisdom, advice and humour. He often said he had had a wonderful life and would have changed nothing. Although born and bred a city slicker, he loved life on the farm and made many connections and bonds within the community. He could strike up a conversation with anyone. He enjoyed his time serving on the boards of North Nova Woodlot Co Op, the School Advisory Board and the Health board. He was above all a family man and was so proud of his children, Scott, Charlotte, and Victoria, and advised them to follow their hearts and dreams. He was also blessed to have been part of his granddaughter Sophia’s life, sharing with her the joys of country living, and was so happy to have known her brother Edward for four short months. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the IPF (Canadian Lung Association) https.//www.lung.ca/get-involved/donate
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March 11 1945 January 14 2020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Gary James Robert Brumwell March 11 1945 January 14 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Oxford, Province: Nova Scotia