print this page
close this page
Bookmark and Share

Gary Layton Davidson

1947-2012

Gary Layton Davidson

Gary Layton Davidson - 65, of Coldbrook, Kings County, formerly of Kentville, passed away peacefully, Thursday, July 12, 2012 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Wolfville, he was a son of the late Hugh and Kathleen "Kay" (Farris) Davidson. Gary was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a packaging specialist with Unisource Canada Incorporated for 35 years until his retirement. In his earlier years, he had been employed with H. C. Lindsay Funeral Home and Ambulance Service, working on funeral services and ambulance calls. He was a former volunteer fire fighter with the Wolfville and New Minas Volunteer Fire Departments. A community advocate and an avid sports fan, he coached soccer and hockey teams and was involved with the development of soccer in the Village of New Minas. Gary was also a member of the Ken Wo Golf and Country Club and a former member of the Yarmouth and Hantsport Lions Clubs. He enjoyed the outdoors and helping out in his community. He is survived by his wife, the former Heather Louise East; a daughter, Jeanette (Paul) Jensen, Pretoria, South Africa; a son, Gary Maxwell "Max" (Lisa), Coldbrook; four sisters, Joy Manning, New Minas; Juanita (Bill) Clahane, Centreville; Phyllis (George) Heath, Falmouth; Barbara Holesworth, Lower Sackville; a brother, John (Doris), Greenwich; two grandsons, Morgan and Nathan; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Donna; a brother-in-law Leland "Herk" Manning. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, July 15, 2012 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 16, 2012, Pastor Mark Sypher officiating. Special thanks to the Emergency Medical Services, Doctors, Nurses and Allied Health Team Members.  Our sincere gratitude to Pastor Debra for your compassion, prayers and support over our loved one’s final days.  In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.

Condolences

Sincere sympathy,Heather and family. I am thinking of all of you at this very sad time. I will especially miss seeing Gary at the Acadia Hockey Games.
— Dianna Selfridge

Our deepest sympathy on the death of Gary, even with his many setbacks he always seemed to bounce back and keep on going. We appreciated all he did for us when he was our neighbor. We may not be able to get to the service or visitation as we have company arriving Sunday morning for a few days but our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jeanette I have sent Susan & Michael a message and I know they want to send their regards to all.
— Faye & Jack Calder

Dear Juanite: So sorry to hear of Gary's passing -far too young. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time Sharon & Bob Trefry
— Sharon & Bob Trefry

Dear Heather, Max and family, We are expressing our condolances to you at this most difficult time. Gary has left you with fond memories and his "spirit" will always be with you. You will never be alone; just call on him and he will be there. Gary is in the arms of Jesus and at peace. God Bless all of you. Your friend and neighbour, Jan and Ron
— Jan Sarsfield and Ron Stonier

Thinking of you all at this difficult time. so sorry for your loss. Gary always had a smile and a hello for everyone.
— Dale Parker

Joy, Juanita, John and other family members, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
— Delmar and Helen Jordan

So sorry to hear the news. Our sincere sympathy to all the family.
— Dwight and Betty

Heather and family. Sorry to hear of Gary's death. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.Also our condolences to John, Joy,Juanita,Phyllis,Barb and their families.We will be unable to attend as we are going to be away.Thinking of you and have you in our prayers. God bless.Graham and Joan.
— Graham and Joan

Please accept my condolences on your loss. I found comfort in the hope the Bible offers for our loved ones at Psalms 37:29 which says, "The righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will reside forever upon it." We are assured by God in His Word the Bible, that after the earth is cleansed of current troubled conditions, it will be restored to a paradise like the Garden of Eden as He originally purposed. Then our loved ones can return to life on earth (by resurrection) in good health. (isaiah 33:24) Then there will be no more sorrow or pain as we are promised at Revelation 21:4. It reads, "He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." I hope these words will bring you a measure of solace in your time of loss.
— Sandra Sullivan

Please accept our condolences on Gary's passing. He was a great person and will be missed by many. You are all in our prayers.
— Colleen & David Pearce

So sorry to learn of Gary;s passing.It';s always hard to say goodbye to those we love,and have been a big part of our lives.The family is never the same once a sibling is not here. Warm Regards Cathy
— Cathetine Singleton ( King)

We were so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We know he will be missed a great deal by family and friends. Lila & Don Porter
— Don an Lila Porter

Heather & Family: We want to extent our sympathy and prayers to all of you. He was such an upbeat person and loved a good laugh and joke. We hope that all of the warm, funny memories you have of him will help you in the days ahead. He was liked by everyone; young and old! You must all be so proud to say he was your husband, father, brother and grandfather. We will miss him.
— Bob and Bunny Bennett

So very sorry to hear of Gary's passing.Way too young. I will always remember Gary's wit and humour at your Mum's house in Greenwich "in the good old days". My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
— Marilyn Gillis

My heartfelt sympathy to you Heather and to your family. May you sense Divine peace at this sad time. - Blessings Annie
— Annie Bird

Words cannot express how saddened we were to hear about Gary's passing. I will never hear again, "Hi Mavis, calling me back", which is what he said every time he saw me. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
— Jack & Mavis Kaulback

Heather we are deeply shocked to hear about passing of a wonderful man, our thoughts are with you at this very sad time...
— Ronnie & Chris Maher-Wheaton

To the family of Gary Daivdon. Our most heartfell sympathy to you at this time. Love & Prayers. sincerely Paul & BEA
— Paul & Ba Pinch

Our sincere sympathy to you both in the loss of Gary. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time.
— Reigh and Barbara Kynock

To Heather, Max and family, just got a call from brother Mike in New Minas telling us of Gary's passing. Gary was a great friend and a great family man giving 110% to all he has done over the years, and as well his family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you Heather and GOD bless. Ian, Kathryn, Sean and Jenn Hughes
— Ian Hughes and Kathryn Hughes

Dear Heather and family, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. As I let my mind go back over the years, I remembered the different events that took place with knowing Gary, John and the Davidson family ( trust me knowing Gary and John were events you did not forget). From the time we lived in Greenwich (across from Kay) until the times you Lived on Charles Street , whenever you would meet Gary, you never knew what he was going to do or say. Even though I have not seen you in several years it does not take long for memories to place a smile on my face and a tear in my eye. So with a heavy heart Heather my I send my deepest sympathy to you and all the family and remember to hold dear to your memories as they will help you through the difficult times ahead. So sorry I will not be able to attend in person. However, I will be there with all of you in thought and prayers and I will always remember Gary for the person he was to me.
— Anne Pudsey

I would like to send along my deepest sympathy in the passing of Gary. Sincerely - Mike Bevan
— Mike Bevan

Heather and Family: Please accept our most sincere sympathy in Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Greg has many happy memories of Gary during their school years in Wolfville. Sincerely, Greg and Claire Bishop
— Greg and Claire Bishop

John, we are so sorry for the loss of your brother. You are your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
— Wayne & Celeste Sanford

Sorry to hear about Gary's passing. Our thoughts are with you today and the coming days as you adjust to your life without your loved one. I had intended to be there this morning but unfortunately had a call at the last minute so sorry I couldn't make it. James Redmond
— James Redmond

My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family John. Gary was a very special person!!! He was thought very highly off by everybody. Sharon Webster
— Sharon Webster

Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. Gary and I worked together for many years at Unisource. I always considered him my mentor and friend. I will miss him and treasure the fond memories of our work relationship. God bless, may you hold your memories close so you may find comfort in them. Denise Monbourquette
— Denise Monbourquette

We just heard of Garys passing...we are sorry we missed the service...our thoughts and prayers are with you all
— Terry, Karen and Katlyn Dykens

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing, I can still see that smile at the White Spot coffee meetings! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Bill Milligan

Gary you were such an amazing friend, I am glad Acadia hockey brought us together. Watching games with you and brother made the games so much more entertaining. You are going be missed very much rest peace my friend love ya. Ill keep an eye on john at games make sure he behaves himself.
— Nicholas Vidito

Please accept my condolences on your loss. I found comfort in the hope the Bible offers for our loved ones at Psalms 37:29 which says, "The righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will reside forever upon it." We are assured by God in His Word the Bible, that after the earth is cleansed of current troubled conditions, it will be restored to a paradise like the Garden of Eden as He originally purposed. Then our loved ones can return to life on earth (by resurrection) in good health. (Isaiah 33:24) Then there will be no more sorrow or pain as we are promised at Revelation 21:4. It reads, "He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." I hope these words will bring you a measure of solace in your time of loss.
— Sandra Sullivan

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Heather and all the family.
— Rick and Mary Sawler

Heather, my heart is breaking for you. You and Gary have always been a special couple. I have many great memories of his stories and jokes from over the years; he always wanted to leave everyone with a smile no matter how tough a particular day might be. Take care of yourself, and please know I am thinking of you. Beth xxoo
— Beth Myles

Hi Jeanette and Paul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both today but especilally you Jeanette. We hope your memories are good ones and we hope they can balance out your grief and any sadness that may come. Love, Randy and Joanne
— Randy & Joanne

Heather, I just heard today of Gary's passing and I am so sorry. I always looked forward to Gary's visits to the office where we would catch up and share a few laughs. He always made you feel better with great advice and his wonderful sense of humour, I will miss that. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Brenda Walsh
— Brenda Walsh

God bless you as you move through this sad time. May your memories of Gary be flowers in your hearts and bring peace beyond understanding. Sincerely, Cheryl(Doris' friend)
— Cheryl Carter

Heather - Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. I worked with Gary for alot of years. I am very sad to hear of his passing. He was a great person, and I feel very privileged to have know him.
— Heather and Grant Best

We are very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Richard & Shirley Keddy

Dear Heather, I have just found out that you have lost the love of your life and your best friend. I have such fond memories of Gary's smiles and jokes as they would pick me up on the worst days as well as the best. May memories of Gary help you cope through this very difficult time of your life. Gary was well known in the Valley and well loved. He was a man who acknowledged you no matter where you were or who you were with...kind of like you, Heather. Take Care Debbie
— Debbie Ettinger

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Gary! Hope all your wonderful memories will see you through this very difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
— Bob & Valerie Starratt

We are very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Our sympathy is with the family.
— Manford and Wendy Harris

Dear Heather and Family, I was away and upon my return was told the news of Gary's passing. I am both shocked and saddened. I well remember the family connection with my family and yours and the school days with Gary. His parents and mine were the generation that worked hard and played hard. When that generation passed it left opur generation to be the senior level and all too quickly that is now coming to an end. Gary was far too young to have the health problems he had at such a young age and now his all too soon passing. Life is far too short and with Gary as a reminder to us all...life is getting more precious. Heather, Joy, Max, in particular, I send you my love, friendship and deepest sympathy during this sad and difficult time. I will continue to hold you in my thoughts and prayers for a very long while....and will remember with great fondness all the good memories I have of all of the "Davidson" and "How" memories I cherish. Wonderful memories and hugs, Trish and Jack MacDonald
— Trish MacDonald

So very sorry to read of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
— Daryl & Kathy Connell

On behalf of the Macmillan family to yours we would like to extend our sincere condolences. Hearing of your loss was heartbreaking to all who knew Gary. He will be greatly remembered by our family through his coaching and community volunteer work. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Elisabeth and family
— Elisabeth Macmillan, Al, Andrea, Heather and Edward

Heather..so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Sincere sympathy to you and your family.
— Orren Carey and Linda Wood-Carey

Service Date
Monday, July 16, 2012
Service Time
10:00 a.m.
Service Location
White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, NS

Visitation Date
July 15, 2012
Visitation Time
6-8 p.m.
Visitation Location
White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, NS

Requested Charity
Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Diabetes Association or Canadian Cancer Society