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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Garry Knoetze on September 23, 2026, at the Moncton Hospital in Moncton, New Brunswick.
Born on March 28, 1958, in Edmundston, Garry leaves to mourn his beloved wife of 43 years, Lise (née Savoie); his cherished daughter, Jenna; and his brother, Paul (Danielle Michaud). He was predeceased by his parents, Julius and Madeleine (née Dumont).
Gifted with a wisdom that could always be relied upon, Garry was deeply loved by his family and friends, especially his “little big sister,” Rennie (Michael) Roop.
A pilot in his younger years, Garry loved reminiscing about his journeys soaring through the skies of the province in his Cessna. After 34 years of dedicated service with Canada Post, he worked part-time as a delivery driver for PartSource. Tireless by nature, he enjoyed his semi-retirement in Dieppe with his wife and their faithful companion, Niko.
Garry was a knowledgeable connoisseur of Scotch and a passionate watch enthusiast. When he wasn’t riding his bicycle, he could be found in his studio, listening to progressive rock music.
His passing leaves an immense void in our lives.
There will be no visitation or funeral service.
In Garry’s memory, donations to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
The family invites you to sign a book of condolences at: www.funerairepassagefuneral.ca.
Arrangements under the professional care of Passage Funeral Cooperative and Cremation Center.
C’est avec une grande tristesse que nous vous offrons nos sincères condoléances.
Emmett et Ginette
Condolences to the family
sympathies to the family,
Michel, Diane Turgeon, Cocagne, NB
RIP Gary.
Dear Lise,
I am at a loss for words. Last time I saw you both was at the IGA. I’m so sorry for your loss, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
God be with you and may he rest in peace.
Beatrice 🙏🏻😢
My condolences Jenna to you and your family. Jake and I are so very sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you Lise and your daughter Jenna during this difficult time. The grief you must be feeling is unimaginable and we are extremely saddened for your loss. Our condolences to you and family. HUGS
Barry and Pauline
To Lise Jenna and family
I am so deeply saddened by the loss of Garry. We had many good and super discussions ../. He was a very interesting person to chat with.. I admired who he was as a husband and father. A great neighbour that will greatly be missed . Certainly one of the good ones…RIP Garry but keep an eye out for Lise and Jenna help them find strength and peace in these so difficult times !
Anita
Je suis très triste que vous ayez à vivre un deuil aussi douloureux Lise et Jenna.
Je sais combien Garry comptait pour toi Lise. Mes sincères condoléances.
Amitiés, Jacqueline
RIP my friend 🧡 I enjoyed every conversation I had with you. Till we meet again 🙏
Hi Lise and Jenna. I lived next door to u on Amirault Street. That would have been 1992. I saw Garry delivering mail in Lewisville where I was living till 2021. Now in Dieppe. Sorry for your lose Lise and Jenna. Sending hugs. My name back then was Penny Atkinson.
Condolences to all of Garry’s family from another couple of posties, sisters Linda Geggie & Cathy Fraser.
My deepest condolences Lise, Jenna and family. I worked with Garry at the Post Office. Garry always asked me how my son Chris was. I will so miss ur posts and the knowledge u had about things.
Sincères sympathies à Lise, Jenna et Paul, ainsi qu’aux parents et amis.
Repose en paix, Garry. Tu ne seras pas oublié. xo
Chère Lise,
C’est une nouvelle triste et surprenante. Mes condoléances profondes. Qu’il voie le Seigneur face-à-face.
I have many happy memories of growing up together!
Paul and Family, I do not know how much this can hurt your heart, but I can imagine it..I am sorry for your loss, please accept all my sincere condoleances..je suis de tout coeur avec vous.😔😔🙏🙏
Toutes mes sincères condoléances à ma cousine Lise, tu es dans mon cœur et mes pensées.
Mes plus sincères sympathies à toi chère Lise, Jenna et Paul. Gary était un homme incroyable, attentionné et plein d’amour. Il restera à toujours dans mon coeur. Francine Savoie 🙏❤️
Rest in peace my dear friend and fellow Air Cadet. I post this poem for you, until we meet again – enjoy soaring over the clouds.
High Flight
By John Gillespie Magee Jr.
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings;
Sunward I’ve climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth
of sun-split clouds,—and done a hundred things
You have not dreamed of—wheeled and soared and swung
High in the sunlit silence. Hov’ring there,
I’ve chased the shouting wind along, and flung
My eager craft through footless halls of air ….
Up, up the long, delirious, burning blue
I’ve topped the wind-swept heights with easy grace
Where never lark, or even eagle flew—
And, while with silent lifting mind I’ve trod
The high untrespassed sanctity of space,
Put out my hand, and touched the face of God.
Lise I am very sorry for your loss. May the memories you have made with Garry guide you through your days. (((Hugs)))
Sincere condolences to you lise & Jenna. Thinking of you both at this sad time.
Nos plus sincères sympathies Lise et Jenna. Nous venons d’apprendre la triste nouvelle de perdre notre voisin. Nos pensées et nos prières sont avec vous autres. 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Bon courage
Suzanne & Jean-Maurice
I only knew Gary for a short while through work. He was a very respectable and honourable man who deeply loved his family. It is a very big loss. I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Gary.
My most sincere condolences to Lise, Jenna and Paul!
Nos sincères condoléances à la famille. Que les bons souvenirs de Garry vous apportent courage, paix et réconfort durant ces moments difficiles.
Francine et John (voisins de condo)
My Deepest Sympathy Paul, Danielle and family.
We are deeply saddened by Garry’s passing. He was a wonderful neighbor whose kindness and friendship meant so much to us. We will always be grateful for the memories and the warmth he brought into our lives.
Our heartfelt condolences to Lise and Jeena ❤️. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time. We will miss you, Carolina, Carlos & Lucas!
From one postie to another I will miss chatting and having a laugh in the early morning.
Rest in peace Garry 🕊️ To his family my sincere condolences.
Mes sympathies a Paul et a la famille
Deepest condolences to the family and friends!
I’m terribly sorry for your loss. I worked with Gary for many years at Canada Post. It was a shock to hear of his passing. My sympathies go out to you and your family. May you rest in peace Gary.
You leave this earth way too early my friend. You will be missed. Safe flight.
A great guy, gone way too soon! You will be missed by many of us, Garry, you were smart, kind, compassionate and a gentleman!
Being an across the street neighbor
I Will miss him dearly
Was always very kind to me
Lots of small talk outdoors
I could tell he loved his family lots
Very easy to talk too
Rest In Peace Gary.
So sad.
My deepest sympathy for your deep loss. I have great memories of Garry from my high school days and our shared love of flying.
Rest in peace Garry 🩷