Gary Albert Stephenson Jones
With heavy hearts and far too soon, we announce the passing of Gary Albert Stephenson Jones at the age of 68 years on January 29th, 2022. Gary passed away with his family at his side after watching his favorite hockey team, The Toronto Maple Leafs win.
Gary leaves behind his wife Sue of 39 years, their son Michel (BJ) Heidi, Three grandsons, Ethan, Tristan and Brody all from Edmonton, Ab. He also leaves behind one sister MaryKim (Mike) McCluskey, Brother,Barry (Barb) Jones and brother in law, Nelson Beardsell all from NB. One sister-in-law Kathy Walker(Chris) BC. Gary leaves behind so many close family friends, nieces, nephews and cousins from up north and coast to coast. Gary was predeceased by his Mother Marjorie Stephenson Jones and father Theodore Leonard Jones. Siblings, Carol, Faith, Nick and Jimmy.
Gary was born and raised in Saint John NB until he decided to head out on his own landing him in Alberta where he found work. After a few years, he moved to Yellowknife, NT where he met Sue and married. Gary spent many seasons coaching Softball and volleyball teams followed by his passion of Playing darts. Gary became very good at this sport. Years later, a move was decided and Edmonton now became home base, where he continued to host the many friends and family from BC thru to the Maritimes when they stopped over or would come to visit.
Gary was an accomplished finish carpenter working in the trade and helping others with their projects. There was a time when Gary would fly back and forth into the many northern communities teaching his skills to the local folks. As time went on and wanting to stay closer to home he landed a job with the Edmonton School Board where he stayed until he retired.
Gary certainly had many interests. He liked camping and travelling to visit others when he could. Family was very important. A beer with friends always turned into laughter and one would always walk away with a smile from that chance encounter. He was a kind and gentle soul who would lend a hand to anybody that needed it. We will miss his sense of humour and quick wit. They were hard to match.
A celebration of life will take place in Edmonton, AB once covid restrictions have lifted and at a later date in Saint John, NB. We will announce at that time.
Heavy Hearts here thinking of Gary and Sue and family. A long courageous battle for both of you. We loved Gary’s wit and sense of humor. Fond memories of your visits and holidays at our house. Memories of Swimming in our pool and pretzels. Gary will be missed. Love and hugs to Sue and Michel and family.
Condolences just don’t feel like enough… all this still doesn’t feel real. The fondest and warmest parts of my heart and soul send love and light to Sue, to Michel, Heidi, Mary Kim, Grandkids and the list goes on….. but most of all…. I send my love and light to Gary…. I just hope he’s not too far away to receive it…. But something tells me he’s riiiight there catching them all. Gary…. Every corona is for you!! ❤️
My condolences to the family and friends
Jacqueline wojcichowsky
To Gary’s family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of Gary. He and I enjoyed a childhood friendship in a Golden Grove, NB and had some fun adventures growing up.
John Johnston
To Sue and the rest of Gary’s family. The hard part of letting go rests on you all now. I’m hoping the remembrance of Gary and his personality will bring you to a sweet joy soon to come.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Such a lengthy brave battle you fought with your Sue by your side. Gone from all of us that love you and will miss you. Your kindness, your gentle ways and your sense of humor. A Fine Measure of a Man.