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GARY ROSS MCELREA

Born: Mar 26, 1938

Date of Passing: Feb 10, 2015

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GARY ROSS MCELREA Gary Ross McElrea passed away February 10, 2015, at the age of 76, at Riverview Health Centre. Gary was born March 26, 1938 to Samuel McElrea and Minnie "Erma" (McDougal) McElrea. Gary was married to Gail Anne (White) McElrea for 41 years before her passing in 2010. He worked for over 30 years at Canada Revenue Agency until his retirement in 1993. He loved to play and coach baseball and to curl, and was very active at the East Elmwood Community Club and Victoria Curling Club. He was so proud of his time coaching son Kelly's baseball and all of Kelly's baseball accomplishments. He adored his granddaughters as well and loved to come watch them at the curling rink, the pool or even the dance studio or gymnastics centre. He is survived by daughter Sheri Beaudry, son Kelly McElrea, son-in-law Guy Beaudry and granddaughters Hannah, Paige, Lauren and Gracie Beaudry. Funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17 at the United Church in Meadowood, 1111 Dakota Street. Funeral Arrangements in Care of Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium 1800 Day Street 204-224-1525

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 14, 2015

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

  • Many happy memories of Gary. We married sisters and had two children each. We spent a lot of time playing cards and a few beers. Curling, baseball and the best volleyball player around! As Orv mentioned there are lots of the old timers waiting to see you. Sincere sympathies to Sheri and Kelly and family. Dave Craig. - Posted by: Dave Craig (Brother in Law) on: Feb 16, 2015

  • Losing someone you love is one of the most difficult events we all have to deal with, you have our deepest sympathies. As you already know, the passage of time is the only thing that makes this easier to bear so we pray for you to stay strong. Your many good memories will keep your Dad/Grandfather close to you always so hang on to those. Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time. Love Ken and Dianne - Posted by: Ken and Dianne Trinkl () on: Feb 16, 2015

  • Deepest sympathies to you Kelly and to your family. Sending you a big bear hug. - Posted by: Christine LaBossiere (Friend of son Kelly's from U of M ) on: Feb 15, 2015

  • Kelly & Sheri, our deepest sympathies. He was always such a friendly person and we so enjoyed his company--especially during your baseball days, Kelly. May our dear Lord comfort you and your loved ones at this sad time. Jim & Ruby - Posted by: Jim & Ruby Patrick (Friends) on: Feb 15, 2015

  • So long old friend. There will be a lot of buddies waiting for you.The lies and laughs will go on for a long time. It's fitting that you should leave just after your Hero,Ernie Banks. Rest easy,old Pal. See you later. D - Posted by: Orv. Richard (Long time friend.) on: Feb 14, 2015

  • Sorry to hear of the passing of your father, Sheri. Sounds like he lead a very full and active life and loved being around people. We truly believe your father is in a much better place now even though he was taken too early. We know how overwhelming Alzheimer's can be. Our hearts go out to the entire family. Thinking of you. Don and Yvonne - Posted by: Don and Yvonne Tardiff (Friends) on: Feb 14, 2015

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