Of Dundas, Ontario died peacefully on Friday March 3, 2023 in his 81st year. Predeceased by his partner of over 40 years, Carol Cook (Sales), he leaves behind his daughter Deb Tallevi (Jason) and step-sons Jim Cook (Carol) and Cam Cook (Linda) together with six grandchildren Emma, Abby, Ben, Spencer, Damien and Gabriel. He is survived by his brothers Murray Jamieson (JoAnne) and Dean Jamieson (Sandy). Gary dedicated his life to service. From the age of 15 until he retired 42 years later, LCol Jamieson served with the Department of National Defence Reserves. His career started with 424 Squadron, RCAF Auxiliary before moving to the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. He went on to command 23 (Hamilton) Service Battalion and to hold many senior staff level positions at various headquarters. He ultimately returned to where he started in high school, the RC Air Cadets commanding both the 700 and 845 Squadrons. He was passionate about contributing to the lives and development of these young cadets. Gary was an active supporter of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 36 in Dundas and served in its colour party until his passing. While experiencing many different jobs in his life, he spent the last 25 years in service to the Ministries of Municipal Affairs and Housing as well as Community and Social Services within the Ontario Provincial Government. He was able to travel to many parts of the globe through his lifetime, loved spending time with his grandchildren and found pleasure in eagles, airplanes, ‘bunny wabbits’ and the many cats that kept him company on his journey. He impacted more people than we could ever count and will be sadly missed by his family. A short service will be held at 11am on Thursday March 9th, 2023 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main, Street, Dundas.
Dear Deb, Jason, Emma and Abby,
We are very sorry for your loss.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Geri and Lee Aston and
Julia Borisuk
Sorry Jim, Debbie and Cam on your loss. My thoughts are with all of you.