Gerard Joseph “Gary” Ericksen Chance: September 13, 1956 ~ February 16, 2025
In September of 1956, Gary became part of our family through foster care - our parents Lester & Theresa were the only Dad &Mom he knew. Late in his life he was adopted - officially adding “Chance” to his last name. Gary faced many challenges in his life. He attended special schooling in learning the ABC’s. Gary also worked at the Weyburn Workin Shop, where he was taught to work with his hands and crafting, which he loved. Gary also learned many tasks at home with both his Dad and Mom indoors and outdoors. He would learn printing, coloring, learning the alphabet, numbers and words that were important to him. As well Gary learned to master simple jobs around the house. At bedtime always said his prayers with his mom. Gary looked forward eagerly to his daily walks around the blocks and visiting with everyone he met. When family came to visit, he loved to play sports the best he could. And became very excited when he won or completed the task. This continued at Tatagwa View where he participated in everything the best he could. In some things he never forgot days and activities such as, going fishing with his dad at the lake, car trips, watching a parade, going to the fair. Gary was also very fond of his TV programs, as Telemiracle was one such favourite. More recently Gary enjoyed time spent on FaceTime with Victoria. The last few years, "his home" was Tatagwa View where he loved everything about it especially getting out of his room and walking the halls to do his daily visiting. Gary’s family wishes to thank all the staff, especially at House 9, for their kindness and love shown to Gary. As well for the wonderful care and “keeping him in line.” You are the best! Gary peacefully left on the morning of February, 16th and as a family we feel him looking down and repeating his favourite sayings, "AH!" Hello turkey; “In a hurry: I am the mayor today”; “Love you all” and “Appreciate it.” Gerard was predeceased by his parents, Lester and Theresa Chance; sister, Donna (George) Slorach; brother in law, Glenn Gadd; nephew, Kyle Yakamovich as well as many aunts and uncles. Gary will be forever loved and missed by his sister, Edna Gadd of Moose Jaw, SK and family, Leslie (Steve) Field & family, Brenda Gadd & David Gadd; sister, Lorna (Jerry) Yakamovich of Victoria, BC and family, Kim (Michael) Maan and Kevin (Patti) Yakamovich & their family as well as many other relatives & friends. A Private Family Burial will take place at Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn, Saskatchewan. In lieu of flowers, for those so wishing, donations in memory of Gary may be made to KINSMEN TELEMIRACLE FOUNDATION at 2217C Hanselman Court Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7L 6A8.
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