Gary Alexander MacMaster
1953 - 2024
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Jodi MacMaster posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
Gary wad an incredible man with a big heart. I’ve been a part of this family for 27 years and every time we visited Guysborough, I always looked forward to seeing Gary. You could always laugh or chat about anything…and he gave the best hugs. His birthday falls on the same day as our oldest son and whenever we were in Guysborough on the 23rd, Gary so graciously shared his cake and the spotlight with Avrey. Yet another example of Gary’s kindness and thoughtfulness.
To Andrew, Steven, Meghan, and Nicole, your father loved you dearly and always spoke of you all with pride. We all are so lucky to have been blessed with Gary touching our lives. He was a special person and has thankfully passed these beautiful traits on to his children.
Much love,
Jodi MacMaster
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Laurel Purcell posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
I was so sorry to hear this sad news of my cousin's passing. I know that Gary's family, and the entire community, will miss him so much. Laurel Purcell
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Ingrid nickerson posted a condolence
Sunday, February 11, 2024
So sorry for the loss of this lovely man.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Sorry we were unable to see u person to offer our condolences.
Steve and Ingrid
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Bev Power posted a condolence
Sunday, February 11, 2024
So very sorry to hear of Gary’s
Sudden passing.
Sincere sympathy and prayers to all
Of his wonderful family.
REST IN PEACE GARY
CYRIL & BEV (BRYMER) POWER
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Christine Simpson-Ettel lit a candle
Sunday, February 11, 2024
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Trevor MacMaster posted a condolence
Sunday, February 11, 2024
A man of faith, a man of community, a man with beautiful kids and grandchildren, a man who always welcomed everyone. My uncle and our patriarch.
I will miss your guidance.. Love you forever!
I hope you, Aunt Elaine and Nanny are reunited playing heavenly dice and laughing constantly.
Trevor, Juvy, Alexis, Justis, Drake and Eaylah MacMaster
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Sherma scott posted a condolence
Saturday, February 10, 2024
My heart goes out to all of you. Gary was a great man . He and Elaine had four wonderful children who I know were his pride and joy .He was also blessed with grandchildren that were the light of his life. God Bless you all .❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Alan Martin posted a condolence
Saturday, February 10, 2024
My son Liam and I are heart broken at the loss of our cousin. While we can't be with his family and many friends in Nova Scotia. We are sending our deepest sympathy, and sincere condolences. It doesn't seem real that Gary has passed. He was a North Star for me my entire life. If I needed a guide to know what the right path to take was in life. All I had to do was look to my cousin Gary. He treated me like a little brother. And I loved him with all my heart!
Anyone that knew Gary, understood how gentle and caring he could be. A man to offer support, and give genuine help when you were in need. But Gary was also brave and as tough as they come.
While we were kids playing down at the harbour one early spring. His dog Skip started chasing a herd of deer up the river, and they struggled on the ice while coming our way to the harbour. Gary knew Skip could be in jeopardy for messing with deer. And instantly went into action to make sure his Pal didn't get in trouble. While trying to get Skip separated from the Deer. Both Gary and a Doe went through the ice. Well I wanted to help, but he is smashing more ice than an Ice Breaker coming my way to shore trying to get to solid material, and get purchase to hoist out. Which we all know he eventually did. Now I was freakin out, and he was wide awake himself! Standing on ice soaked to the bone! But he was no city kid, and off comes his clothes, And he and I wrung out his clothes as he is standing bare assed, and bare foot on the ice. The only thing I had that would fit him was my hat and mitts from Nanny MacMaster that Christmas. But rather than dash for home, he got a pole to try and get the deer out. And when it didn't work with the Deer more afraid of us than drowning. He backed off. And we retreated to the shore and hide and watched. Now he is in clothes turning to a suit of ice armour! Yet he was so tough and so concerned that he waited until that Deer got out. Only then did we head up to the house. And of course he pulled that sled that took us down.That was Gary Mac!
If I didn't know before, I knew after that. Just how amazing my cousin Gary was.
What a privilege its been to be around Gary. One of my true blue Hero's. And among the best to come out of Guysborough County in 300 years. I am so grateful to have had you as my guide. I wish I'd been a better student. But you never gave up on me. That is not what Gary MacMaster does!
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Patti Grady posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, February 10, 2024
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Gary was indeed a kind soul. I called on his expertise many times, even once to take out a light bulb that had broken off in the socket. After that earth shattering experience it was time to relax. That meant having a chat, drinking coffee and eating cookies. Fun times.
Gary, you will be missed.
Gary, you will be missed
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Sherma Scott posted a condolence
Saturday, February 10, 2024
Gary Macmaster was a wonderful man who adored his children and his grandchildren. My heart goes out to all the family..
Rest in peace, my friend❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Joe Jamieson posted a condolence
Saturday, February 10, 2024
Sincere sympathy to Gary’s family and many friends. He was a wonderful community member. Cherish all the memories!! Joe & Kate Jamieson
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Rod White posted a condolence
Saturday, February 10, 2024
l had first met Gary as he was building his house that he lived his life in and had his family, not long after I had married his sister in law Carol Halpenny. He was a good man in all respects and a person to give to you when you just needed to talk.
He will be missed by all that knew him mostly because he was a true person to be counted on at any situation.
He is now with family in the house not made by hands waiting to greet us when our time comes.
Will see at some point in time Gary Rod White your brother in law and masonic brother
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Blair Halfpenny posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
To my family we have lost a great man in our family. It’s hard to find the words of the loss I feel. He is with the women he loves now. I will share a story with you,one night we stayed at the lake in a tent. Gary Elaine and myself, The cabin was still a work in progress so we settled in for the night, I woke up look at Sis face and her eyes where open. Scared the be Jesus out of me,Gary says she sleep like that some times. Never forgot that.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Blair Samantha,Bradley & Charlene
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Peggy MacInnis posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
What a wonderful testament to Gary's life, loves, and passions. The photo really captures him as well. So sorry for your loss and our future without him in our community. I hope your memories of your Mom and Dad sustain you in this very difficult time.
Peggy MacInnis
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Jordanna & June planted a tree in memory of Gary MacMaster
Friday, February 9, 2024
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Marilyn Elaine ScelesH posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
Our family was extremely saddened and shocked to hear about Gary's sudden passing and wish to express our heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time. Gary was truly a very special person and the void left by his passing will be deeply felt by the entire community. When we decided to renovate our cottage in 2014, Gary was our contactor and my husband Ted was very pleased with having Gary do the work as Gary was very much a perfectionist. Our cottage is one of many renos and builds which are a testament to his skill. In a stack of Sceles Family pictures, we found one of Gary around 4 years old, sitting outside on the steps of the old cottage, eating an ice cream cone. We had a copy made for Gary. . Even at age 4,this dear little boy who grew up to be a remarkable man , knew how to enjoy life's simple pleasures.
Rest in peace, Gary, as you will be dearly missed.
Marilyn, Heather, and David Sceles
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Sharon Fagan posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
I was deeply saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. I have many happy memories of my visits to Guysborough when he joined us at cousin Sharon and Wendy’s for meals, Christmas celebrations or for quiet evenings, having a glass of wine around the fire in the beautiful home he built. Occasionally, he drove me to the airport and I was always grateful for his generosity. Nothing seemed too much for Gary. I will remember him as a gentle, loving, kind and faith filled man whose presence made a difference in the lives of many people. May he rest in peace.
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Patricia and Lawrence Deagle posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to all of his children, grandchildren and other family as well as close friends. We knew Gary as a valued member of his community but I also knew him through the curling club and community choir. I found him to be a kind and very gentle soul always with a twinkle in his eyes.
So truly sorry for your great loss!
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Jordanna Smith lit a candle
Friday, February 9, 2024
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Naomi Hoffmann posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
Dearest Gary,
You lit up the lives of so many, not least of all our shared grandsons, Cole and Noah. Alistair and I so enjoyed getting to know you and getting to see the origin of your children’s love of family. Because of you and Elaine and all that you both did, the world is a far better place. Thank you ☺️
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Chalmers MacLeod posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
So sorry to read of the passing of Brother MacMaster. He was a fine man and will be missed by all the;lodges in the district and beyond.
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Barbara Morton-Winters posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
I met Gary and Elaine through his cousin, Sharon Martin (Wendy Paquette). He was a gentle caring soul who quietly contributed to one being comforted in his presence.
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Carolyne Hadley lit a candle
Friday, February 9, 2024
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Louessa (Louie) Grady (Morris) posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
I will remember Gary as the most caring,loving, and such a gentle man with his big bear hug when ever we met..His smile said it all.To all loved ones of Gary treasure your memories, help others as he would want you to do...Know he is happy now with Elaine..and both will watch over you. In sympathy and love cousin Louie Grady.
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gary neufeld posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
I met Gary through the curling club. He had a calm and steady presence that was so authentic. People spoke highly of him and it didn't take long to see why that was. I witnessed Gary's sense of community through the playful, painted works of art that he made and installed at the Boylston Park. A very selfless gesture. He will be missed by many.
Gary Neufeld
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McKernan James uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, February 8, 2024
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I’m so truly sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He was the best; humble, loving and caring. Many of us will us around the lake will feel the void he has left. They’ll never be another Gary that’s for sure. As children, during our summer visits we spent alot of time building life long memories from jumping from the hayloft to fun down at the lake. They’ll be a major void left around the lake that will never be filled. RIP my friend, till we meet again. I’ll pray for the family and the strength to get through this difficult process
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Roy Lipsett posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
I am truly saddened to learn of Gary's passing. He was a real friend of my family and was a wonderful help to my mother Bessie Lipsett when she lived in Port Shoreham after my Dad passed away. Gary was a solid member of the Mason's for many years and his memory will live on in the work he did for the people of his community. Prayers for peace and comfort for his family are offered.
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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Maureen MacIntosh posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
I am so so sorry - thinking of all Gary’s family and friends - it won’t be the same in Port Shoreham. Gary was a wonderful person, fun-loving, kind and ready to help anyone in need. From boat rides, suppers at Verna’s, and cold dipping in the ocean and lake last fall, Gary will be truly missed. Just so hard to believe- many condolences to the family, with love from Stewart and Maureen MacIntosh
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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Harold & Karen Roberts posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Our sincere condolences to Gary’s family and friends for their loss. Gary will be missed by one and all who knew him.
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Juanita Sams posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Many hearts are broken. Gary was one of a kind - with kindness being his greatest virtue. His unassuming grin and twinkle in his eye were ever present and appreciated, as was his calming nature in our sometimes chaotic world. That corner of the lake with Elaine, recently Jimmy and now Gary, having passed from their earthy dwelling, will not be the same. He leaves behind many a built legacy as an expert carpenter but more importantly is his legacy as a wonderful son, brother, bil, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend. My deepest condolences to all who are grieving especially his children and beautiful grands ♥ May your many wonderful memories help you navigate through the difficult days ahead.
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Lisa Gallant lit a candle
Thursday, February 8, 2024
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I am so very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. We all thought so much of him and really enjoyed his “art” around the Boylston island park. We enjoyed and looked forward to it every visit. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Shaunna and Marvin Scott posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
To Gary’s family, we cannot express our shock and sadness in hearing of Gary’s passing. Gary was such a great man, a quiet and gentle soul and a true friend to all of us at the lake.
We got a shock last summer when Gary told us Buddy had passed - lake life wasn’t the same without Buddy making his daily visits. I can’t imagine the emptiness of cove without Gary!
He will be truly missed!
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Eddie Avery posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Sincere condolences to the family. Gary was in the Guysborough County Community Choir for a while, he was a terrific addition. Always ready to have a chat if Sharon did not catch us. His friendly ways will be missed in the area
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Debbie Taylor posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Gary you will be so missed, I am sure Elaine was waiting with open arms...
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