It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Garry Jackson on December 15, 2025 at the age of 76.
Garry is survived by his partner Vivian of 25 years. He will be missed by many family and friends in Edmonton, a daughter, son and numerous brothers, sisters, grandchildren, nieces and nephews in Ontario.
Garry was predeceased by his parents and brother.
A Celebration of Life will be held January 18, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Rosslyn Community Hall, 11015 134 Avenue Edmonton.
Thinking of my Dad today, as Vivian, family and friends in Edmonton are having a Celebration of Life for him.
I wish we had spent more time together. We always think we have more time,
Dad had said I wish we lived closer so we could get together for Sunday
Barbecues. I whole heartedly agree.
This reminds me of parts of my childhood at Fowlers Corners. Sunday drives in his old Pontiac. Dad asleep on the couch with a book in his hand, listening to country music on 8 track tapes in his pickup truck.
I have a memory from childhood that stands out. Dad was driving with my brother, Jamie in the car while it was dark out and we hit a cow. We had to leave the vehicle and cow to walk to a house on the country road to report the accident .No cell phones back then.
When you returned to Ontario for Grandpa’s funeral we had an opportunity to spend some time together. You dropped into our house on the way to the airport. I was somewhat nervous as we hadn’t spend that much time together and as well you had to be at the airport to catch your flight in a couple hours so dinner had to planned accordingly. I had steamed broccoli and my eldest son said it wasn’t cooked enough. It took him by surprise. That was embarrassing. Dad looked up and I could tell something was on his mind but he didn’t say anything. When it was time for you to head to the airport my youngest son ran down the hallway towards you and gave you a big hug. You had a great big grin on your face.:) I would be remiss to not mention that my husband and daughter were at dinner as well.
I have a couple of your wood carvings to remember you and the guitar that I used for the guitar lessons you took me to. I also have a very bad recording on a cassette tape of me singing and playing guitar. It makes me laugh at myself. My eldest son used the same guitar for his own lessons.
I hope you are at peace. Say hi to Grandpa, Grandma, Uncle Jim and Aunt Dawn.
Love your daughter,
Tammy with lots of of hugs 🙂
Thinking of Vivian and family today, Jan 18th at Garry’s Celebration of Life.
Garry was the second oldest of nine children born over a 15 year time period in the “north end”of Peterborough, ON
He grew up quicker than most children would have to , with so many younger brothers and sisters to help care for and parents who were very busy caring for babies and doing the things that needed to be done to maintain a home.
His childhood was spent building forts in Jackson Park behind our home, playing ice and road hockey with friends and neighbourhood kids, and many happy carefree weekends & summers on our grandparents farm in Emily Township just outside of Peterborough.
Being the third youngest, I don’t recall him being home a lot. I know he delivered papers after school and worked part time. As well, he often worked along side my carpenter father from a very young age.
He was married at the age of 18 with two small children before he turned 21.
Garry was a very gifted carpenter and woodworker and he loved cars!
I will always remember how willingly Garry helped me find a used car.; a tall order for a single mom with 3 kids. Garry understood it had to be a good price yet very reliable. It took several weeks but he found me the perfect car that I drove for quite a few years!
Garry looked ahead to new life challenges when he headed west. Our family is so happy that he met Vivian and carved out a new and happy life in Alberta.
His picture is in my living room, but his memory is always in our hearts.
Our family extends sincere condolences to Vivian, family and friends.
With caring warmth,
Nancy
Nancy Jackson
Peterborough, ON
So Sorry for all of your loss. Garry was a very kind man. He always had a smile on his face and was so kind to our family. My heart goes out to all of you.