With broken hearts, but ones overflowing with love for her, we announce the passing of Sharon Louise Gasek (née Castner), 78, at home in Ottawa, Ontario, on November 4, 2021.
Sharon was born on July 19, 1943 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Despite living a majority of her adult life in Canada, a piece of her heart always remained in the foothills of the Colorado Rockies. She is survived by her siblings Larry, Maggi and her beloved sister, Patricia.
She married George Gasek in 1964 and fondly remembered their early married life adventures of university hopping around the United States before moving to Canada and eventually settling in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia became their home for the next 40 years. Her daughters, Tanya and Rebecca, joined the family along the way; she was a devoted mother.
The family grew, first with her becoming a cherished “Munga” to her grandchildren Joren, Darian, and Eden, and then an adored “Munna” to Alexander and Julia, all of whom she was proud and loved dearly.
She loved her whole family fiercely and for us, she was both our anchor and our guiding light. We are each eternally grateful for all the ways she poured herself into our lives, and surrounded us with her unconditional love and support.
She found great strength and comfort in her faith which guided her throughout her life. Her church family meant so much to her, and she to them. Church (Immanuel Baptist in Truro in particular), various small groups and Bible studies all contributed to a network of friends and soul mates over her life. She was a source of comfort and a confidant to many.
We will forever hold her in our hearts and let her guide our steps in the direction of kindness, compassion, love and understanding. This is her abiding gift to us.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Sharon Gasek Castner Thursday November 4th 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Ottawa, Province: Ontario
Dear George and family, please accept our deepest sympathy on this sad news of Sharon’s passing. Wishing we had kept in touch over the years but remembering all the good times we did share in the past. Praying for God’s peace and healing love for all of you.
Love from all of us…
Al and Diana Newman
Mark and Tracy
Denise and Deron and Owen and Garret
And Lori
Dear George and Tanya andRebeccah and to all your family.Our deepest heartfelt condolences
We are totally shocked to hear about Sharon’s passing.
You have been in our prayer since we heard it.Please send me a phone number or email so we can talk to you.The lords comfort to you all
John and Anne Veenhuis.
George, Tanya and Rebecca,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Sharon. My heart breaks for all of you. May all the memories you have made throughout the years bring you comfort at this time. We had a lot of good times together.
Sharon P.
George, Tanya, and Rebecca:
There are no words . . . . just please accept my sincere condolences. She was a lovely lady and dear friend. She was so proud of all of you. My thoughts are with you.
Jo-Ann Smith