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Gary Robert FAIL

Gary FAIL Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, April 15, 2025, surrounded by family, at Nurse Maude Hospice. Loved husband of Ruth, dad to Ginny, Tom and Sally, father-in-law of Dawn and Paul, and 'Gar' to his grandchildren - Genevieve, Nicholas, Jacqueline and George. A big thank-you from his family for all those involved in his treatment and care over the past few years. A private cremation will be held and there will be a celebration of Gary's wonderful life at the IIex Café, Christchurch, this Wednesday, April 23, from 5.45pm to 8.30pm. All welcome.
Published by The Press from Apr. 17 to Apr. 19, 2025.

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Mike Vickers

June 7, 2025

So sad to learn of the passing of Gary. He was our family lawyer during the years we lived in the Ashburton area and his wise advice and counsel prevented me from doing some really dumb things over the years. I will remember his dry sense of humour and his professionalism. My sympathies and condolences to his family.

Russell and Sue Kelly

April 25, 2025

Hello Ruth and families
We were saddened to hear of Gary's passing and could not make it to your gathering in the Gardens.
We send our love and warmest regards to you all. It has been a long time since the Ashburton days of our young familes and good memories,
Russell and Sue Kelly.

Kathy McKimmie

April 23, 2025

My apology for not being able to attend the gathering tonight to remember Gary and celebrate the great man he was. I have the flu! The McKimmie family send sincere condolences. We pay tribute to Gary's wit, wisdom and friendship in managing our business and are forever grateful for his part in creating an inspired succession plan for our family. Genius. Warmly remembered.
Kathy McKimmie.

Garth and Robin Tiffen

April 22, 2025

Our best wishes to Ruth and family following the sad passing of Gary

Denise & Roy Gearry

April 18, 2025

Our condolences to family. Went to primary & intermediate school with Gary.
New all his family as we were neighbours. Our deepest sympathy to extended family.

Barrie Hunt

April 18, 2025

The Fail Families
Please accept my condolences on the passing of Gary.
Best regards, Barrie Hunt

Brent Bailey

April 18, 2025

Dear Ruth and Family

Please accept our condolences on Gary´s passing.
Yours sincerely
Brent and Edwina Bailey

Roger Banfield

April 17, 2025

Memories from Takamatua

Ann Woodham

April 17, 2025

Sincerest Sympathy to you All, Gary was an amazing friend and "Wise Man" to our family over the years.

John Hobson

April 17, 2025

Our deepest sympathy to Ruth and Family at this sad time.
Our thoughts are with you all
From the Hobson Family

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