DELONG, William Gary Delong - With broken hearts and much sorrow, we share the unexpected news of the passing of Gary Delong of Brooklin on Friday August 4th, 2023 at the age of 65.
Loving Husband to Cathy (Hamer) for over 44 years.
Proud and devoted father to Chris (Janice), and Andy (Juliette).
He will be missed forever, but always in our hearts.
Born to William and Joan (Porte) Delong in Brooklin then moving to Acton.
Although Gary was predeceased in death by his grandparents, Rita and Roy Delong (Brooklin), father William (Brooklin), mother Joan Porte Charles (Acton), father-in-law Charles Hamer (Brooklin), sister Patricia (Acton) and brother David (Brooklin), saddened hearts left behind are sisters Audra (Daryl) and Nicole (Rick), Mother-in-law Marie Hamer, in-laws Doug Andrews and Karen Delong, Jane (Bob) Young, Marilyn Hamer (Owen), Brian, Ed (Fran) Hamer.
Gary will be lovingly remembered by his numerous nieces and nephews.
Gary retired from General Motors with over 40 years.
He enjoyed playing many sports such as lacrosse, baseball, golf and loved fishing. He also had a strong passion for music as well as a great love of animals. Spending time in his backyard was his favourite pastime.
On Saturday August 19th, 2023, we would love for you to join us to celebrate Gary's full, but much too short life. Visitation at 154 Baldwin Street North, Brooklin from 1-4 pm. Please reply to
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