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It is with great sadness to announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Gary Alan Northcott on September 9, 2023 at his home in Wallaceburg, Ontario. Born in Chatham, Ontario, May 19, 1950 to Lyla and Morley Northcott. Gary was predeceased by his devoted wife Joanne Northcott. He was a warm and caring father to Stephanie (Michael) A’Hern, Ryan (Cait Sprague) Northcott, Shevon Northcott and a wonderful step-father to Ron (Aurora) Allely. Proud grandfather to Zöe (Destinee Dagenais) Northcott, Jae (Nicole Therrien) A’Hern, Edward Northcott, Charlize Northcott, Carter Corfield and Emma Corfield. He was a very special friend to Elaine DeJong and her family. Predeceased by his younger brother Wayne Northcott.
Gary grew up in Chatham, Ontario and after graduating high school, went on to study Civil Engineering at the University of Windsor and became a member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario thereafter. He always wore his iron ring, a token of pride in his profession, and became employed by the Town of Wallaceburg as a civil engineer. In the mid 1990s, when the county amalgamated, a position was created for him to continue working for The Municipality of Chatham-Kent. He eventually became Director of Infrastructure and Engineering Services where he was involved in the building of one of Canada’s few swing bridges that resides on Baseline Road in Wallaceburg, Ontario and is affectionately referred to by his children as ‘Dad’s Bridge’. He remained loyal to The Municipality of Chatham-Kent until he retired at the age of 63. After retirement he stayed in the community and was very active socially. He was associated with various tennis and pickleball leagues throughout Chatham-Kent. He frequented the YMCA and the St. Clair Fitness Center and occasionally played a card game or two at the Active Lifestyle Center. Following his retirement, he continued to consult for the municipality and was always willing to provide his years of experience to the next generation. His hobbies included tinkering in his garage, visiting family and friends, and being active in the community. He was a collector of many things and often had the people he loved in mind when he went shopping. Gary often enjoyed delivering a perfectly timed pun during any conversation. He was a kind, patient, and gentle soul, who always supported those around him.
Family and friends are invited to the Alexander & Houle Funeral Home, 245 Wellington St. West, Chatham, Ontario (519) 252-2710 on Friday, September 15, 2023 with visiting from 7 to 9 pm and on Saturday September 16th from 10 to 11 am. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 am from the chapel of the funeral home. Internment Maple Leaf Cemetery, 55 Maple Leaf Drive, Chatham Ontario. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Active Lifestyle Centre at the Maple City Center for Older Adults or the Chatham-Kent YMCA.
September 9 2023
Alexander & Houle Funeral Home
Death notice for the town of: Chatham, Province: Ontario
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We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Gary Alan Northcott September 9 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
