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Coach and Mentor

Gary was my swim coach and I have many fond memories of him and the pool staff I worked with in Grande Prairie. I last saw Gary in the summer of 1987 when he hosted a GP pool staff reunion at his home in Sundre. I still remember the nick name he gave me "Durk". The chocolate bars he rewarded us with for swimmer of the day. The wise counsel and encouragement while sitting beside me on the cement benches on the pool deck. His beautiful irish setter Odessa. His business the red rooster store. A man of many talents and endeavors. Soft spoken, fair but could give a yell that got your attention. Did not stay in touch but often thought of him and wondered how he was doing. Too young to have left this earth and may he be at peace. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.

Posted by Barbara Costache (Durkin)
Saturday January 13, 2018 at 12:54 am
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