Gary DeGroot

I’m truly at a loss for why someone so kind and thoughtful would be taken so soon. It was always a pleasure to have a friendly chat with Gary and it left me smiling every single time. Thank you Gary for everything you did for us. It will be hard to walk the halls of the mall knowing you aren’t there. May his many friends and family remember the joyous times they had together. Be at peace Gary.

We’re so sorry to hear about Gary. He always made time for others, whether it was stopping by to chat or just passing by with a wave. Those small moments meant a lot. We’ll really miss him. Thinking of his family and everyone who loved him.

I was very saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. As a colleague, I always enjoyed visiting and chatting with Gary when I made it to Masonville. He was always a strong ambassador for his team and the property. My deepest condolences to his family and his colleagues.

Gary’s kindness and friendly chats brightened our days. He always took the time to check in and bring a smile to everyone’s face. We’re deeply saddened by his sudden passing and will miss him greatly. Rest in peace, Gary.

I had the privilege of working with Gary the past 5 years at CF Masonville Place. You were guaranteed to be greeted with a smile and a hello, and sometimes a story or two. He was well respected around the property, not just from his coworkers but the regular mall patrons, retailers and staff. Everyone knew his name, and he in turn remembered theirs. He will be greatly missed!

I worked with Gary at Masonville for a few years. During my time there, Gary was always very supportive of his coworkers. He was a very kind man and will be missed. My sincerest condolences to his family.

Very sad to hear of Gary's passing. He was always very friendly and helped us out quite a few times in our store. We'll miss seeing him around. Sincerest condolences to his family and friends from all of us and may Gary rest in eternal peace.

Sorry to hear about Gary he was like a brother to us rest in peace

So sorry for his families loss. My condolences go out to him and his family. He was a great man, like a brother to all of us here at the mall.

We are all saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. He was a thoughtful and caring individual, who always had a story to tell us. He was first to our store when we needed help or support or just to share a laugh. We will miss seeing his friendly face around the mall. Thinking of his family during this time.

We are all so sad to hear this news at GDI. He was like our older brother here at work. Sorry for your loss and our condolences to him and his family.

I’m very saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. He was always so kind when we chatted and will be missed immensely. Thinking of his family and friends through this difficult time.

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We grew up on the same street, went all through school together & he was best man at my previous nuptials. May he be at peace. My heartfelt condolences.

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Gary was so helpful to the mall community, he always gave a wave or said hello as he passed our store, and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends at this time.

I got to know Gary when we started opening our business at Masonville Mall. He was always a man that was willing to help and always loved him passing by our store taking the time to have a small chit chat. He was a hardworking fellow and took pride in his work. I and our team will miss him dearly. Our condolences to him and his family. Gary, you will be remembered. Thank you for always going above and beyond and brightening our day. -Anthony