
Lougheed, Garry Douglas
Garry Douglas Lougheed passed away surrounded by his family’s love on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the Markdale Hospital in his 80th year.

Garry was the beloved husband of Velma (nee Rear) for 52 years and adored father to Angie (Brent) of Paris and Tammy (Grant) of Durham. He will be an especially missed Papa by his grandchildren Sydney, Brooke, Spencer and Ashley. Garry will be sadly missed by his brother-in-law Gene Rear (Deb), extended family and friends and close-knit neighbours. Predeceased by his parents Douglas and Irene, step father Albert Harmer, step brother Ian “Joe” Harmer and mother and father-in-law, Burton and Helen Rear.
By trade, Garry was a skilled machinist at Teledyne for over 40 years. He was a cowboy at heart who enjoyed working with his horses and raising Charolais cattle. Garry was happiest when surrounded by his family “up on the mountain”. His 4 Grandchildren were his pride and joy, they all made him so proud due to their interest in agriculture. He also enjoyed in his later years, tending to his vegetable garden and especially his roses. Visitors would often go home with a special hand-picked bouquet of roses.
A special thank you to Dr. Recoskie and April and the Markdale Hospital Emergency Department, Nurses and to Dr. Powers for making Garry’s last days comfortable. The care for our family was exceptional.
‘We love you Gar, Dad and Papa and will miss you forever!’
A Celebration of Garry’s Life will be held on Saturday May 13, 2023 from 1 until 4 p.m. Family and Friends will be received at the Osprey Community Centre with special tributes by family at 2 p.m.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Chapman House Hospice in Owen Sound would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma, and Family, So sorry to hear about Gary, please accept our condolences. I am sure he will be missed by many. Wayne & Joanne Hughey.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
With sympathy to all the family. Treasure all the memories.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Sixty years a friend and workmate. A great guy, who will be fondly remembered
and sadly missed by all who knew him.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Garry was a pleasure to work with and had a great sense of humor he will be missed by everyone
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Sorry for your loss, a great guy, he will be missed but not forgotten.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
So sorry to hear the news Velma. Such a nice man. He always had a great smile.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
So many hearts are touched by your loss, including mine. I just want you to know that I am thinking of you at time that’s filled with so many memories and feelings, and sending special thoughts of love and understanding.
Monday, May 1, 2023
Sincere Sympathy to Velma Angie Tammy & Families in your loss. May your Memories Sustain you in your loss.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Thinking of you and the girls at this time. Garry will be missed by so many people in the community. Treasure all your memories.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma, Angie, Tammy, Lougheed and Rear Families
Sending our condolences at this sad and difficult time. Cherish the many memories and share stories to help in your time of grief.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
All family
Sorry to hear of Garrys passing
remember your MInden visit.?
Peter and Gary every day for 30 years working
Hugs
Peter and Kay
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Sorry Velma, Gary was a good guy, It is always extra sad when we loss another Duncanite.
Marg and Don Sheridan
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
My deepest condolences Val and family. Garry was an awesome person and will be missed by many!!
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing Velma and family. You will find the strength.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma and Family
Vern (Shaw) and I are so sorry to about Garry…please know our thoughts are will you all
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Our sincere condolences to Velma and all the family .Hugs to you all ,
Gary and Bev Dillon
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma, Angie, Tammy and family
Sorry to hear of Garry’s passing, no words can express what you are feeling today. Know that others share with you the love you had and the children and grandchildren, and how wonderful that Garry shared so may special moments with the,
Thinking of you. Hold on to the memories and the photos in your mind. They never go away but become warmer in time.
Linda Teed and girls
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Our condolences to you Angie, Brent, Sydney, Spencer and Ashley. Also to your Mom, Tammy and Grant.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Vel and family, I am so very saddened to hear of the loss of Garry, he will be missed by so many!
Lots of love and hugs to you all-
Rest in Peace Merch….
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma and girls, grandchildren: so sorry to hear this sad news. Treasure your memories.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma, Angie, Tammy & families. Sorry to hear of Garry’s passing. He was a great person and always took time for a chat. Cherish the great memories each of you have.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
So sorry for your loss we are thinking about the family. Dalt and Sharon
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma, Ang, Tam & families. We were shocked & saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. He was such a good man, great neighbour & friend. The world, but especially his family, has suffered a huge loss. Deepest sympathies. Shelley & Ron Gibbons
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Perry and were saddened to hear about Gary. Our hearts send all of you a hug and our sincere sympathy.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Condolences to the family. R I P. . Thinking of you all.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma and Family, so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing, deepest condolences.
Linda Hutchinson and boys.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Our deepest condolences to Velma, Angie, Tammy and families. Our families crossed paths many times over the years. With lots of laughter at Coles Campground and many family functions. Our thoughts are with you.
Donna, Patty,Pam, Debbie and Steven McCulloch
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Velma, Angie, Tammy and families,
Our sincerest condolences to you all. We all have wonderful memories of Garry and time spent together at numerous events over the years. Gary was a special man with a grin that would like up a room and the most contagious laugh. Sadly missed but never forgotten, may you rest in peace Garry.
Donna McCulloch and Families
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
So sorry to hear of Garry’s passing. Sincere condolences to Velma and her family.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Angie and family …so sorry for your loss thinking of you all and sending big hugs.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Velma and family
We are so sorry to hear of Garry’s passing
He was a wonderful man, he loved his horses and very proud of them
He always had the time to talk, where ever he was
we will miss him
Shelly and Dan, Jesse, Josh and family
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Velma, Angie, Tammy and families. So sorry to hear of the passing of Garry. Cherish all your great memories. He will be missed.
Harvie and Jill Reekie
Thursday, April 27, 2023
My sincere Condolences to Velma and Family ,Garry will be truly missed by all ! Sending all my love and prayers my Dear !
Thursday, April 27, 2023
I am so sorry to hear this. I’ll be thinking of You, Velma, and Your Family. Words right now are redundant.
Fond memories are worth their weight in gold.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Velma and family our sincere condolences to the loss of Garry our thoughts are with you all, cherish your memories..
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Velma, Angie, Tammy and family – we’re so sorry for your loss. We know you’ll miss Garry but that he will be forever in your hearts and memories.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Velma and family.
So sorry to hear of Garry’s passing.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this sad time .
Barry and Linda
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Our condolences to Brooke, too.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
My sincere condolences, Velma, to you are your family. I remember the good old days.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Velma and family, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Garry will be missed by family, friends and community. He will be forever in your hearts. Cherish your memories.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
So sorry to hear of Garry’s passing, hugs to all of you. Always had a smile when you met up with him. Treasure your memories. Thinking of you all
Herb and Eleanor Gardner
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Our condolences to Velma and family’s. Worked with Garry for many years. Garry was a very interesting and special person to know. He will be missed but never forgotten. Ed &Carol Farrar.
Friday, April 28, 2023
So sorry to hear about Garry. My condolences Velma to you and the girls.
I remember many good times growing up.
Cherish your memories. Thinking of you.
Friday, April 28, 2023
Velma & Family – we were so sorry to hear about Garry’s passing and send our sincere condolences. Garry was a kind and respected man and, in time, these messages and so many special memories will help bring comfort to the family.
Sincerely,
Keith & Barb Dooks
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Velma and family,
It is with great sadness that I learned of your loss of Garry. He will definitely be a great loss to family ,friends and neighbours . Cherish your memories of all the wonderful times you had together.
Irene
Sunday, April 30, 2023
Velma and Family,
So sorry to hear about Garry’s passing.
Please accept or sincere condolences.
Best Regards,
Elizabeth and Olav
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Velma & family my sincere condolences he was a great person & friend.
Friday, May 5, 2023
Dear Velma and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Garry’s passing. Oh my goodness the number of tributes show how well he was regarded and how much he was loved. I hope all your good memories bring you comfort and you are surrounded by everything that keeps him close to your heart.
Steve and Olga Atkinson
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Garry’s passing Velma. My condolences to you and your family.