It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Chezzi, 73, suddenly on Thursday, July 7th, 2022.
A loving husband, father and grandfather, and beloved brother, Gary will be missed by his wife Linda; his son Micheal, daughter-in-law Crystal and their sons Preston and Xavier; his oldest son Derek, daughter-in-law Angela and their children Alexander and Olivia; his sisters Lynn and Audrey and their families; and sister-in-law Verna Fuller, her husband Gus and their families.
Gary was well-known in the community for his hardware businesses and involvement in real estate, as well as within the dog breeding community in the Sudbury area and Ontario.
Throughout the years, Gary owned and managed several hardware stores under different banners in the Greater Sudbury Area. Starting in Capreol on August 1st, 1977, he then moved on to a store in Coniston, followed by Hanmer, Val Caron and Sudbury. His network reached further during his tenure as a hardware sales manager covering the Northeastern Ontario territory. He kept long hours at his stores, offering warm greetings to his customers and ready to help them solve their home repair and renovation needs.
Gary’s love of German Shepherd dogs led to his becoming a breeder and opening Nickel Basin German Shepherds in 1981. He and Linda spent many years travelling to shows across Ontario with their prize-winning dogs, and raising and placing puppies in loving homes. Gary’s involvement with the Sudbury District Kennel Club eventually led him to volunteer on the executive in his retirement years. Gary also donated his time and dogs to the local pet therapy program visiting clients of the CNIB, patients at the Children’s Treatment Centre, and residents of retirement homes.
Gary was most happy spending time working outdoors on his property, working with his dogs, and in the company of his grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, or the Greater Sudbury Police Service Chief’s Youth Initiative Fund by emailing finance@gsps.ca.
To Michael, Linda and family,
I worked with Gary for many years at Rona and unfortunately I’m only hearing about his passing almost a year later. Extremely sad for you all and those around him. He was a most unique character and I thought a lot of him. I am truly sorry for your loss have all found some sunny days since then. All the best, Dwayne
March 28, 2023
I’m so sorry to hear this, Gary, as well as his family will be in my prayers!
July 17, 2022
My condolences to the family. Gary was well liked within the dog community.
He will be sadly missed.
July 15, 2022
Matante Linda, Derek and Michael,
Uncle Gary’s presence will be greatly missed. His positivity, kindness and welcoming nature are only a few of the traits that made him such a great man. You’re all in my thoughts. My deepest condolences.
July 15, 2022
So very sorry for your untimely loss. Our deepest condolences to all of you. Hope you find comfort in your many memories!
July 15, 2022
Linda and Mike and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He was a larger than life guy, full of energy and humour and excitement for life. There is no one like Gary, he was one of a kind and I am so grateful to have known him. I will always remember Gary with fondness and a smile.
Thinking of you in this difficult time.
July 15, 2022
Sorry for your loss Mike & family .
July 15, 2022
Dear Linda please accept my sincere condolences..
I will miss Gary’s post. I will cherish all our memories from growing up in Coniston, going to school together,
and graduating together at Cambrian. Then moving on to work together for the Ministry of Revenue. So many memories .
THEY COME AND GET THE BEST FIRST .
July 14, 2022
RIP GARY,
My deepest condolences to your family. You will be missed.
God Bless Amen
July 14, 2022
RIP Gary. Many great memories♥️
July 14, 2022
Mes condoléances à Linda et famille. Pensées et prières son avec vous tous.
July 14, 2022
Sincere condolences to Gary’s family and friends.
July 14, 2022
We are sending our condolences to the family for the loss of a good man.
Danielle and Darryl would like to be included.
July 14, 2022
Sending our sympathies and prayers to Mike and all the family.
July 14, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Chezzi family and friends.
July 14, 2022
To the Chezzi family and friends, my sincere condolences. I will miss his postings.
A special hug to aunt Audrey.
July 14, 2022
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Let your beautiful memories help you through this sad time.
July 14, 2022