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Gary Charles Victor Tomlin
1940 - 2018
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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
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Joe Frankovic posted a condolence
Friday, June 8, 2018
I just saw this today and am saddened. I had the privelege of having Gary as a percussion instructor and band leader for several years in the 1970s and early 80s. He taught me so many valuable lessons about music but also generally about life. Karen I'm not sure if you remember me but please accept my condolences.
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Richard Schaefer posted a condolence
Friday, April 27, 2018
Dear Karen and family. I am writing to express my sincerest condolences on the death of your husband, father, and grandfather. I am truly saddened by the news of his passing. I met Gary when I was fourteen. I was young, brash, and more than a little full of myself. These were not particularly endearing qualities, as I can see only too clearly now, but Gary took it upon himself to straighten me out. Kindly, gently, and without me ever really knowing it. As a teacher and a mentor, he helped me to see that confidence is not where you start – it is where you end up after hard work, sincere study, and no small amount of ruthless self-criticism. Gary taught me how to play the drums, and many instruments besides. But more importantly he inspired in me a vision of myself as a better player and a better person. I still practice regularly as he taught me, and his is the voice in my head when I’m trying to make it swing. I am sad that I was never able to tell him these things in person. I hope that by sharing them with you, it might offer you some comfort, however little, in your time of grief.
Richard
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Luanne Boegli posted a condolence
Friday, April 13, 2018
I remember seeing Gary when he played with my Dad in the Fritz-Patrick trio. Sad that they are all no longer with us, but are probably entertaining the people in heaven with their lovely music. I believe Gary also taught my brother Larry how to play the drums. My deepest condolences for your loss. He was much too young.
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Thursday, April 12, 2018
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Frances Boegli uploaded photo(s)
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Frances Boegli uploaded photo(s)
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Frances Boegli posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
I have fond memories of listening to Gary when he played with my dad Fritz. I grew up listening to some fabulous music and Gary was a big part of that. I know that my dad thoroughly enjoyed playing with Gary and it showed in their music.
My sincerest condolences to the whole family.
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Betty Ann Doering donated to LISAARD HOUSE
Monday, April 9, 2018
Karen,
My sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of Gary.
Betty Ann Doering
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Jim Bunsch posted a condolence
Sunday, April 8, 2018
Dear Karen & Family: I remember Gary well from my KCI days. He was a fine drummer & a gentleman. I wish Gary happy trails & hope we meet again one day.
Jim Bunsch (Twsp of Carling, on Georgian Bay)
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Brad Litster posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
My sincere condolences to Karen and the Tomlin family. Gary's musical passion,patience,vision and hard work has been embraced and shared by many, including myself. I'm humbled and forever grateful for participating in the Percussion ensemble program that Gary created with the W.C.S.S.B. Thank you Gary. RIP
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Barb Brown posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Deepest sympathies and warmest thoughts to you all. Gary will be truly missed in the music and education communities. What a fantastic musician and classy guy.
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Emma Dickson posted a condolence
Saturday, April 7, 2018
I practiced percussion with Gary for about 5 years up until 2016 when i took a year off before going to university. He helped me figure out what i wanted to do, be confident in myself and know when things aren’t right. He’s so much more than a drum teacher to me and to many others and this news came as a serious shock. I’m just thankful it was quick and peaceful and he was with his family the whole time. My thoughts are with them during this time. Xx
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Janet Armstrong (Nolan) posted a condolence
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Dear Karen & Family
We were neighbours of Gary years ago & will always remember his genuine kindness & his appreciation for our mom’s baking. We are deeply saddened to hear of his passing & send our sincere thoughts & prayers to all his family.
Gary’s mom made the best short bread cookies & to this day are still one our favourites to make every Christmas.
Sincerely
The Nolan Family
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Jason Schmuck donated to LISAARD HOUSE
Thursday, April 5, 2018
We are thinking of you and your family, Aaron, from KCI English (Melinda,Abbey,Garth,Jenn D.,Jason)
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John Tank posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Gary and I, besides playing music together, both worked at Waterloo Music Co. in the early 1960's.
Gary played music the way he lived. Thoughtfull as well as respectfull.
I regret not keeping in touch over the years as we lived in different locations.
Rest in Peace Gary
jT
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Sherwood Systems donated to LISAARD HOUSE
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Gary was such a large part of our lessons team for so many years.
Our condolences.
Sherwood Staff
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Wednesday, April 4, 2018
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Joanne Birmingham and family pledged to donate to The Mark Preece Family House
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Those we love are never more than a thought away, cherish the memories, for in our hearts they stay.
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Woolwich Wildcats Minor PeeWee 'A' Team donated to LISAARD HOUSE
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Our deepest sympathies to Coach Logan, Alyssa and the entire Tomlin Family.
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Tracy Leighton posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
My thoughts are with you, Karen, Alyssa, Aaron, and your families. I remember Gary well from my years teaching at Conestoga Public School. He was a great help with girls basketball and I remember him as a kind, caring man. I was grateful for his support. He will be missed by the many teachers, students, and families that he helped coach, mentor and teach.
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Ingrid Bittlingmayer posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Sending our condolences and remembering happier time
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Michael Sendrea posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies.
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Peggy MacLean posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Sending love and prayers to the family at this difficult time
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Bill and Odeen Probert posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Dear Aaron,Jenn and family,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Please accept our deepest sympathy
Bill and Odeen
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JHSS PE Family pledged to donate to The Mark Preece Family House
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
Love, JHSS PE family
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JHSS PE Family donated to LISAARD HOUSE
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, JHSS PE
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
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Karen and Greg Dozois posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Dear Karen and Family,
Greg and I are so very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. We hope that the legacy of love and the memories you created over the years will bring you comfort in the days ahead. Sincerely, Karen and Greg Dozois
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Matt and Steph King posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
To Aaron and Jenn,
Our deepest sympathies to both of you and your whole family at this difficult time. I never met your dad but I can only imagine that your creative, outgoing and dynamic personality came in some part from his influence. You two are great people, which often is the direct result of having great parents. Please accept condolences from the King's (Matt, Steph, Thyssen and Ethan)
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Eleonore KadwellHe posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Karen
I am so very sorry for your loss. Although I did not know Gary long he was a great person
and an excellent drummer. George always spoke very highly of him and his ability as
a drummer and a friend
My prayers are with you and your family as this difficult time.
Ellie
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Bernie Carroll posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
It is with great sadness that I learned of Gary's passing. I realized that he was very seriously ill, having heard through the local musicians grapevine. My kindest thoughts and best wishes go out to his whole family in this, your time of grief.
I've known Gary since the early 60's and also being a drummer, I had great respect for his musical ability and heard him playing with both George Kadwell & Pat Ludwig many times in those days. More recently, I heard him for the last time doing his monthly gig at The Queens St. Commons in downtown Kitchener and. as always, he was doing the band, and himself, "proud" as he did his "thing" on the drum kit. While our playing styles were very different again, back in the old days, we used to call on each other to "sub" with someone when either of us was unable to make a particular gig because we were already booked for that date. The things I always admired most about Gary's playing were his "underplaying" style, his self-dicipline and his amazing "chops". I know very well the daunting amount of work it takes to develop the kinds of technique that Gary eventually MASTERED. Like Gary, I also did some teaching, but soon realized it wasn't my "bag". From that point on, anytime I was asked about drum lessons I would invariably direct the person to Gary, knowing without question that they would learn the process correctly and from a trusted source if he was the teacher!
But beyond my admiration for his musical ability, I also had great respect for Gary as a human being.... his mild manner, his sense of humour and his genuine caring for others being just three of his attributes that come to mind. With that said, I have no doubt that he was an exemplary spouse, father and grandfather whose passing will be a very arduous task to deal with for all the family members he left behind. May you all find the strength to come to terms with your grief as time moves forward.
Gary leaves behind a massive legacy of accomplishment and respect in our local music community.... he will be sorely missed by any musicians who were lucky enough to share a stage with him, as well as those of us, like myself, who were fortunate enough to know him as a fellow musician or a teacher.
Sincerely,
Bernie Carroll.
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Robyn Ellis donated to LISAARD HOUSE
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
My deepest sympathies to your whole family during this difficult time.
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Sue Hillier posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Sending all the family my heartfelt condolences.. Gary was a lovely man.. I’ll cherish all my memories of our chats at the cabin, the front porch of the house and of course the farmers market.. sending love and hugs to you all XOXO
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Leslie Tinning posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Karen and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Gary. His accomplishments as a musician and the joy he brought to you as a family will be celebrated forever. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
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Bill Faulds posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Gary was always a fine gentleman and generous with his gifts. His positive constructive criticism and insight made me a better teacher and director. May the Almighty strengthen and support all who share this loss.
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Leonardo Valvassori posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Thankyou Gary.
You are one of the reasons I became a professional musician, and your effect on the many of us you instructed was profound.
You taught me well, and it was a pleasure to play music with you later in life.
I will celebrate you and am sending much love to you and yours.
Rest.
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 2, 2018
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Family Dinner in Orlando
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 2, 2018
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Will even wear a hat to please our kids
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 2, 2018
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“Best Family Holiday Ever” August 2017
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Karen Tomlin uploaded photo(s)
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Waiting for Taeya, Isaac and Family to join us in Florida
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Angela Vieth posted a condolence
Monday, April 2, 2018
I'm so sad to hear of Gary's passing. I worked closely with him to revive the Percussion classes for the KW Kiwanis Music Festival. He was adamant that the classes be non competitive and a great learning and performance opportunity for the students. It was always a pleasure to run into him at events throughout the community. Always pleasant and fun. Thoughts and prayers for you Karen and your family.
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Jane and John McCarthy posted a condolence
Monday, April 2, 2018
Our deepest sympathies to Karen, children and families. We spent many family occasions at Sue and Wayne's and always enjoyed catching up with Gary and Karen.
A strong family unit full of love, respect and fun. We'll always remember Gary as part of the extended family.
Karan and kids you are an extension of his kindness.
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