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CRUDGE: Gary of London formerly of Lucan

Posted By Haskett Funeral Home On June 2, 2020 @ 2:22 PM In Lucan,Obituary | 46 Comments

CRUDGE: Gary of London formerly of Lucan

Suddenly at his home in London on Monday, June 1, 2020 formerly of Lucan at the age of 69. Beloved husband of the late Janice (Atchison) Crudge (2017) for over 43 years. Cherished father of Andrew and Abby Crudge of London. Proud grandpa of Max and Luke. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Lori and Alan Lavier of Mitchell and Ron and Terry Crudge of Thunder Bay. Also fondly remembered by the Atchison family. Predeceased by parents Pat Crudge and Doreen Crudge.

Gary was an ICON in the trucking industry for over 50 years.

A private family funeral service will be held on Friday, June 5th at 11AM. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live by visiting https://www.facebook.com/haskettfh. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Haskett funeral homes, LUCAN entrusted with arrangements (519-227-4211). 

Donations to the Lucan Area Heritage and Donnelly Museum or charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “CRUDGE: Gary of London formerly of Lucan”

Condolence from Dave and Joanne Walzack on June 2nd, 2020 3:40 PM

Andrew and family
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your famiiy at this time.

Condolence from Dennis and Pat Duwyn on June 2nd, 2020 4:20 PM

Andrew and family.
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Gary. He was there for Dennis through all his trucking life. He will be missed dearly in the industry.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this terrible time.
Dennis and Pat Duwyn

Condolence from Bradley Bowering on June 2nd, 2020 4:21 PM

Gary was a mentor to me starting in the 80s when we were selling Kenworth’s together. He was always helpful and respectful to me as I was the rookie being 10 years younger. The entire trucking industry will miss Gary and never forget his accomplishments. He was a truck walk around champion. My thoughts are with you Andrew.

Condolence from Bob and Lorette Mawson on June 2nd, 2020 4:33 PM

Andrew and families, we are sorry to hear about the passing. Of your father, thinking of you you all at this difficult time . Bob and Lorette Mawson

Condolence from Daphne and John Klaver on June 2nd, 2020 4:34 PM

Andrew and Family, Thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Condolence from Harry Alexander on June 2nd, 2020 4:35 PM

One of the finest men I have ever met in my life was Gary Crudge.

He was my friend and a friend to all he met.

I will miss him dearly – his great humor and always a sunny smile.

My heart goes out to his family and all of his many close friends.

Harry Alexander

Condolence from Sheila Butchart on June 2nd, 2020 4:38 PM

Warm thoughts of our family friend Gary, of over 50 years may you Rest In Peace.

Jan will be waiting for you, as your mum and Jake cook up a storm .

Prayers to Andrew, Abby Max and Luke
Lori and Ron and extended family

Sheila, Blaine, Tonya and Brett Butchart

Condolence from Warren and Marylin Cook on June 2nd, 2020 4:47 PM

Andrew and families.
Thinking of you @ this difficult time and in the sudden lose of your father. Sending our deep sympathies.
Warren and Marylin Cook

Condolence from Brian and Peggy Brothers on June 2nd, 2020 5:05 PM

Dear Andrew, Abby, Max and Luke,

We are so sad to hear of Gary’s passing. He will be greatly missed by so many. Who would have thought way back in the 1990’s that we would meet such a wonderful couple who shared our love of the London Knights. Over the years we formed a great friendship that was treasured more than they knew. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Dan Regier & Patti Schwartz on June 2nd, 2020 5:24 PM

Andrew & Family
Please accept our deepest condolences for the passing of your dad..
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Condolence from JR and Colleen Manning on June 2nd, 2020 5:40 PM

Andrew and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. He will be greatly missed by many.

JR and Colleen Manning

Condolence from Al Kraul and Teresa on June 2nd, 2020 5:59 PM

So sorry to hear the loss of Gary, we send our condolences to your family.

Condolence from Murray and Edith Yeo on June 2nd, 2020 5:59 PM

Andrew and Family
Our heartfelt sympathies to all of you. Your Dad and Grandpa has left a lot of great memories with all those who met him through the trucking industry.

Condolence from Gord Davis on June 2nd, 2020 6:14 PM

So sorry to hear about your dad Andrew. Gary taught everyone so much. The first of many things I learned – I was working in parts at 3:00 am your dad came in because a customer needed a truck so Gary came in to bring it to him. The customer always came first. Thx Gary and RIP.

Condolence from Dave and Debby Dobo on June 2nd, 2020 7:37 PM

Andrew and Family

Your dad was a fun guy to be around. For many years Gary and Janice were a big part of our London Knights hockey family. Cheering and jeering along with the rest of us whether at home games or away games. They are together again ready to cheer on the next season. We speak of them often and miss both very much.

Condolence from TomWhitworth on June 2nd, 2020 9:14 PM

Towed many trucks for Gary thoughts and prayers to the family and friends. Tom Whitworth owner Whitworth Towing &Recovery

Condolence from Rob DeVries on June 2nd, 2020 9:32 PM

Andrew and family.
Please accept our deepest condolences. We are so sorry for your loss.

Rob and Rhonda DeVries

Condolence from Dennis Robertson on June 3rd, 2020 7:47 AM

My deepest condolences Andrew. Your Dad was the best.
No one could ever hold a candle to him when it came to customer service and caring more about people and customers than himself. The Best person I have ever worked for!!!

Condolence from Emanuel Fenech on June 3rd, 2020 8:29 AM

So sorry for your loss condolences to you and your family I know your dad as a real gentleman and a hard worker he will be missed by many God bless his soul and may always rest in peace.

Condolence from Jack de Groot on June 3rd, 2020 8:30 AM

So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing,my deepest condolences to his family.In the early eighties I had the privilege of working for him at the peterbilt dealership. Then in the early nineties the pleasure of purchasing a truck from him at the kenworth dealership.Bumping into him over the years was always a memorable event,he will be missed.

Condolence from Liz Jenkin on June 3rd, 2020 9:14 AM

Sorry Lori and family for your loss

Condolence from Vic Watson on June 3rd, 2020 9:29 AM

Gary and I started the Peterbilt dealership in 1981, the year you were born, Andrew. We did this in the middle of the worst recession since the depression. Gary’s positive attitude, his ability to inspire that positive attitude in everybody he met, his passion for the industry, and his undeniable sales ability were the reason that business survived the recession and became successful. Gary will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time. Barb & Vic Watson

Condolence from Jim and Cheryl Hickson on June 3rd, 2020 9:31 AM

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.

Condolence from Gary Falconer on June 3rd, 2020 9:49 AM

Andrew & Family,
So sorry for your loss.
Gary was a longtime friend and a great guy who will be missed.

Condolence from John and Susan McCormick on June 3rd, 2020 9:57 AM

Andrew and family
Sorry to hear about your dad, he was a good friend and probably one of the best salesman I knew.
The whole industry will miss him.

Condolence from Debbie Crown on June 3rd, 2020 12:23 PM

Thinking of you Lori, Ron and your families during this very sad time.
Debbie Crown

Condolence from Reiny and Lynda Freiter on June 3rd, 2020 1:33 PM

Andrew and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences in the passing of your dad. We got to know Gary and your Mom over the last few years as our neighbour at the campground in Bayfield .
Gary was very proud of his family and grandkids and truly enjoyed the years he spent in the trucking industry and often talked about them
Deepest Sympathies
Reiny and Lynda

Condolence from Ray Venturin on June 3rd, 2020 2:21 PM

Heartfelt sympathies are extended to family members on the passing of Gary and previously of Janice. I was an across the road neighbour during the late 70’s thru to the mid 80’s and had many enjoyable times with that wonderful couple. Thankful that I knew them and were a part of my life before I moved to different and distant locations. RIP

Condolence from Dave and Joan Goddard on June 3rd, 2020 2:29 PM

Andrew and Family
So very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad and difficult time.

Condolence from Jerry Freeman on June 3rd, 2020 3:17 PM

So sorry for your loss. As teenagers The Big Guy and I were school mates and hung out together. The odd time being where we shouldn’t be but having fun along the way. We had just recently reconnected via facebook and a planned meeting was in the works up in North Bay where I reside. My condolences to the entire family. He was one of the good ones.

Condolence from Tom Hearn on June 3rd, 2020 3:40 PM

I remember very well the Crudge family’s years in Lucan. My sincere condolences in the loss of Gary. Best wishes to the family.

Condolence from David Smith on June 4th, 2020 6:55 AM

So sorry for your loss.
Gary was a longtime friend and a great guy who will be missed..i had worked for him at Peterbilt when they first started in London.

Condolence from Brian & Luanne Herbert on June 4th, 2020 7:07 AM

Lori & Ron
So very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad and difficult time.

Condolence from Jan Atchison on June 4th, 2020 10:44 AM

Although it’s been a long time time since I enjoyed your Dad and dear Mom’s company, the memories are great and forever cherished. My thoughts and prayers are with you Andrew and family through this sad, difficult time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies.
Jan Atchison

Condolence from Steve Rosser on June 4th, 2020 3:29 PM

Andrew and Family.
Very sorry to hearing about Gary’s passing. It was a privilege and pleasure to know and work with him. His honesty and professionalism definitely left a positive impact on our industry. Sincere condolences.

Condolence from Brenda Ross on June 4th, 2020 3:46 PM

Andrew and family

We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. He was such a nice man and will be missed by many. Always with a smile on his face. We are going to miss him and our impromptu meetings at restaurants . Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult times. Hugs and love to you all.

David and Brenda Christopher Michael and Melissa Ross and family.

Condolence from Janice Morgan on June 5th, 2020 10:20 AM

So sorry for your loss Andrew. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers .

Janice Morgan ( Kaitlin’s Mum )

Condolence from Kevin Atchison on June 5th, 2020 11:25 AM

Sending condolences for Gary Crudge and family
Deepest regards

Condolence from Vicki and Del Huber on June 5th, 2020 11:36 AM

Very Beautiful service for a special man! Our condolences to all the family. ❤️ I cut Gary’s hair every 3 weeks for 41 yrs. Got to know him an Janice well. Great people! ❤️

Condolence from Jason & Janet Beatson & Girls on June 5th, 2020 11:41 AM

Andrew, Abby, Max & Luke,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Hold onto the memories of your Dad, Father in Law and Grandpa in the days, weeks, months and years to come.

Jason, Janet, Janessa, Jillian & Jaclyn Beatson

Condolence from Barry Dzikowski on June 5th, 2020 11:48 AM

Andrew, my sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Gary was an Icon in our industry and he will be missed. RIP my friend.

Condolence from Gayle Sheehan on June 5th, 2020 11:52 AM

Andrew and family

So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He will be missed and always remembered by everyone in the trucking industry for the kind gentleman he was .
May all your memories of happy times together bring you comfort in the days ahead .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gayle Sheehan and family
Sheehan’s Truck Centre

Condolence from Ton Gerber on June 5th, 2020 1:10 PM

Andrew & Family

I had the privilege of working with your father at Mack Trucks, where he was a mechanic in the late 1970’s.
He left Mack to start a Peterbilt dealership and then moved to Kenworth where I had dealings with Gary at all
his places of employment. He was a gentlemen and a gentle giant to deal with. He will be forever missed.
My sincere condolences to you and your family for the passing of your father.

Condolence from Jill Martin on June 5th, 2020 2:06 PM

We were so fortunate to be able to share that beautiful service and we Thank-you. Would love to be able to give everyone a hug but we are sending our love. We have so many great memories of Janice and Gary that will always with us-and were so blessed to have had both of them in our lives for 49 years of smiles and laughter!!! Jill and Ron Martin

Condolence from Jed Schmidt on June 5th, 2020 7:31 PM

Andrew and family
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jed Schmidt

Condolence from Jackie (Hodgins) Martens on June 9th, 2020 3:53 PM

So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Marlene (Butler) and myself had a lovely visit reminiscing and giving the Crudge family a tour of the museum just over a year ago. They were very supportive of our museum and the work we are doing to keep Lucan/Biddulph history alive. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with your family.

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