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Gerald Edwin Plantz

November 11, 2021

Gerald  Plantz

PLANTZ, Gerald Edwin

July 18, 1936 – November 11, 2021

 

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Gerald “Gerry” Edwin Plantz who passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at the age of 85 surrounded by his loving family.

He is fondly remembered by his devoted wife, of 60 years, Terry; his one surviving sister, Elaine; children, Bev (Cam) Thompson, Sandy (Allan) Brown, Wendy (Derek) Frost; his grandchildren, Brett (April), Julia (Trent), Noah (daughter, Lux) and Alison.

At Gerry’s request there will be no Service. Rest In Peace.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Gerry’s memory can be made to S.T.A.R.S, Box 570, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 8M7 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Suite 100, 119 – 14 Street NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 1Z6. 


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Messages of Condolence


Dearest Auntie Terry, Bev, Sandy, Wendy and family: Sending you are deepest sympathy for the passing of my all time favourite Uncle Gerry. Right from the beginning of time I so looked forward to the visits with my favourite aunt and uncle. You were so loving, strong and said what you were thinking and feeling but never in a cruel way..Terry you are my roll model for what a woman should and can be. Classy but also sassy. Gerry lite up a room with his shy handsome charming presence and flushing dimples. Such a loving couple. Some of the most memorable pleasant moments in my life include you and Jerry. I am forever grateful for that. No one who has ever touched a heart can really pass away, because memories remain and love lives on. Love Always ~ Elaine & John Orr


Terry I am so sorry to hear of Gerrys passing. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. My condolences to you and your family. John ~ John Riddoch


Terry & family. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorry. Gerry was a great guy. We will miss our visits & card games with him. ~ Bev & Jim Wilson


Dear Auntie Terry & family, We are so very sorry for your loss. When I think of uncle Gerry, I just remember he always seemed to have a smile on his face, and struck me as such a happy go lucky kinda guy. I will always have fond memories of him. I know he will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time ~ Cindy Heringer


We wish to express our sincerest condolences to Terry and all the families. May God walk with you on this difficult journey. Love Mark and Marina ~ Marina and Mark Shklanka


To Auntie Terry,Bev(Cam),Sandy (Aĺlan), Wendy (Derek) and grandchildren Brett (April), Julia (Trent),Noah daughter Lux ) and Alison. Sincere sympathy to all of you, Uncle Gerry will be missed Love to all. I remember when Uncle Lornie, Uncle Mert, Uncle Gerry, Auntie Shirley, Auntie Elaine and I went to the drive in almost every Saturday night. Fond memories ~ Karen and Ed Sorensen


Sending love and prayers to the entire family. May you be at peace knowing his memory will always hold a warm place in your hearts. ~ Tracie


We are so sorry to hear about Gerald. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Terry and your family. He was such a great guy. ~ Roy and Bernice Brown


So sorry Terri for your lost. Gerry and you made a great couple. Our prayers are with you. Love you ~ Willie and Lisa


Our Deepest Condolences. We will remember Uncle Gerrys beautiful Smile and Sense of Humour! May He Rest In Peace! ~ Janet & Michael


Our deepest condolences to all the families. ~ Marlene & David Christensen


Dear Terry We so enjoyed being neighbors with you & Gerry…. You were such FUN to play Games with!! We know you will miss Gerry so much… You are in our thoughts & prayers ~ Ethel & Tony Kuhn


Sending sincere sympathy, hugs and love during this difficult time. May all the good memories carry you through the moments of grief. The Holub Family. ~ Janice and Mike Holub


Our deepest condolences. So sad to learn of Gerry’s passing. We gave such wonderful memories of Ferry and you. It has been our true pleasure to know Gerry and you. Thank you for wonderful memories. Hugs to you Terry. ~ Cherie & Warren KELLEY


Terry & family, Dave joins me in extending sincere sympathy to you Terry & your family. May all your wonderful memories be a constant source of comfort during this difficult time. Del & Dave Iverach ~ Del & Dave Iverach


Our thoughts are with you Terry and your family. We have such wonderful memories of golfing and playing in Bullhead City and Laughlin. Gerry was always happy and lots of fun!!! We will miss him dearly. Take care. ~ Jim & Ruth Bangay


Terri, may the cherished memories of your husband give you strength in the days ahead. With my deepest sympathy. Thinking of you and your beautiful loving family. Shirley Ellis ~ Shirley Ellis


Our thought are with you & your family…we have our wonderful memories of getting together out on the golf course. ~ Al & Pat Irwin


So sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. Thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time. Take care. ~ Rhonda Hunter


Terry and family, so very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy on your great loss. We appreciated that your family was a second family to our daughter Sheila during her and Sandy's teen years. Myrna and Bob Nuss ~ Myrna and Bob Nuss