Rev. Gary A. Bigger
1942-2021
In loving memory of Rev. Gary A.
Bigger. My beloved, I have gathered my holy angels around your bedside
to usher you into my presence. Gary completed his earthly
journey and triumphant transition with dignity and grace on Friday,
July 16, 2021. Born in McAdam, NB on August 12, 1942, he was a son of
the late Robert and Jean (Sharpe) Bigger.
He was a beloved and well
respected pastor for many years. His ministry began in 1983 and in
2007, following his retirement, he began his ministry as a supply
Pastor which took him and his wife to many locations throughout the
province and beyond. Both Gary and his wife Viola endeared themselves
to many over the years of faithful service to the Lord. Gary put his
whole heart into his ministry with the sole purpose of winning souls
into the Kingdom of God. During his stay at home and dealing with his
declining health, he always had an encouraging word for anyone who
came for a visit. He will be lovingly remembered for his happy heart
and joyful laughter and was well known for his great sense of
humor.
Gary leaves behind his loving and
devoted wife of 57 years, Viola (Vi) (Mowatt) Bigger; three children
who he loved dearly, Cheryl (Robert) Noye, Gary (Valery) Bigger and
Jody (Michelle) Bigger. His heart always smiled big whenever his
grandchildren, Caitlind (Chris), Nathan (Michayla), Justin, Drew,
Will, Leia and great-grandchildren, Charleigh and Camrynn came for a
visit. Gary will be greatly missed by his sister Shirley Stafford and
his brother Vaughn (Roma) Bigger. Also surviving are several nieces
and nephews and a host of treasured friends.
In addition to his parents,
Robert and Jean, he was predeceased by brothers, James (Leona), Erysl
(Marie), Elwin (Marlene), Gerald, Merle (Avis), Keith (Freda) and
sisters Kathleen (Frank), Phyllis Christine and twins, Water Arlo and
Eunice.
The family wish to sincerely
thank the Oromocto Extra Mural Nurses and Hospice House nurses and
staff, Fredericton, for their compassion, kindness and love while Gary
was in their care. We will be forever grateful.
There will be a time of
visitation and an opportunity to express condolences to the family on
Monday, July 19, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 at Capital Community Church, 71
Downing St., Fredericton. A celebration of Gary’s life will
held at the church on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 1:00 PM. Interment
will be private. Due to the current health restrictions, please
contact the funeral home at (506) 458-9170 or by email at
mcadams@mcadamsfh.com to register for the service. For those unable to
attend, the service will be live streamed at www.capitalcommunity.tv or on
Facebook @capitalcommunitychurch.
For those who wish to make a
donation to a charity in Gary’s memory, the family suggests
contributions be made to Hospice House, Fredericton.
www.mcadamsfh.com
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19422021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Rev Gary A Bigger 19422021..
Décès pour la Ville: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick