Gerry Clackson
2016-03-13
CLACKSON, Gerald Norman "Gerry" 1930 – 2016
With family by his side, Gerry Clackson passed away on March 13, 2016 at the age of 86.
He left his family and community the rich legacy of a life well and fully lived, and is survived and adored by his wife of 64 years, Sheila (McRuvie). He was a devoted father to his four children Karen (Fedyk), Kim (Donna), Kevin (Kari Fox) and Karleen (Rob Steele), and proud of his grandchildren, Ashlee (Max), Jeff, Nicole (Dan), Matthew (Grace), Christopher, Parker, Heidi, Kaelee and Kami and his great-grandchildren Gabriel, Alexia and Miller. Gerry's brother, David (Joann), and sisters-in-law Lois and Donna also mourn his passing, as do countless friends, business associates and clients. Gerry was predeceased by infant daughter, Sherry Dawn, his parents, Norman and Elizabeth, and his siblings Jean (Gord), Barbara, Don and Steve.
Gerald Norman Clackson was born into a Tisdale farming family, and sustained his love for Saskatchewan, in all its diversity and beauty, throughout his life. Whether fishing or canoeing "up north", hunting ducks and geese, criss-crossing grid roads or driving the north industrial area of Saskatoon in his big black truck, Gerry shared his love of the outdoors with his family and led many young men to appreciate the benefits of Boy Scout wisdom. He had great adventures that provided ample material for his legendary and plentiful stories, which his children and grandchildren can repeat by heart.
Gerry also appreciated the potential Saskatchewan land held for development, and his enthusiasm for the real estate industry never diminished during his 52-year career. The north industrial area of Saskatoon, nicknamed "Clackson Country", thrived due to Gerry's energy and vision, and his passion for "doing deals" was only surpassed by his integrity and dedication to his clients. Inspired by his enthusiasm and seizing the opportunity to learn from one of the best, all four of Gerry and Sheila's children entered the real estate business, and three grandchildren are now following his lead.
Gerry also loved hockey, as a fan, player, proud father of two sons who excelled in the game, and grandfather of the next generation of skaters. Gerry spent time scouting for the WCHL (now WHL), logging countless miles driving across the prairies to watch games, or parking on country roads trying to hear a game's play by play in the car. His big belt buckles were testament to his affinity for rodeo and his radio dial was always tuned to the country station.
Gerry embodied old-fashioned values; family, hard work and strength balanced with kindness and generosity, and he never let a day go by without kissing his wife. He met Sheila at Mayfair Public School, and they attended Bedford Road Collegiate together. He married the love of his life in 1951. Gerry served many years in the Royal Canadian Navy, prior to bringing the family back to Saskatoon in 1962 when he began his real estate career. He and Sheila then built their house on Neilson Crescent, and to this day, it remains a home full of family, dogs, chaos, and many memories.
Gerry will be honored at a Celebration of his Life on Friday, March 18 at 1 p.m. at McClure United Church, 4025 Taylor Street East with a reception following. Condolences can be registered at gerryclackson@gmail.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hillcrest Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, and in memory of all the dogs and cats Gerry loved throughout his life, the family would gratefully appreciate donations to the Saskatoon SPCA.
With family by his side, Gerry Clackson passed away on March 13, 2016 at the age of 86.
He left his family and community the rich legacy of a life well and fully lived, and is survived and adored by his wife of 64 years, Sheila (McRuvie). He was a devoted father to his four children Karen (Fedyk), Kim (Donna), Kevin (Kari Fox) and Karleen (Rob Steele), and proud of his grandchildren, Ashlee (Max), Jeff, Nicole (Dan), Matthew (Grace), Christopher, Parker, Heidi, Kaelee and Kami and his great-grandchildren Gabriel, Alexia and Miller. Gerry's brother, David (Joann), and sisters-in-law Lois and Donna also mourn his passing, as do countless friends, business associates and clients. Gerry was predeceased by infant daughter, Sherry Dawn, his parents, Norman and Elizabeth, and his siblings Jean (Gord), Barbara, Don and Steve.
Gerald Norman Clackson was born into a Tisdale farming family, and sustained his love for Saskatchewan, in all its diversity and beauty, throughout his life. Whether fishing or canoeing "up north", hunting ducks and geese, criss-crossing grid roads or driving the north industrial area of Saskatoon in his big black truck, Gerry shared his love of the outdoors with his family and led many young men to appreciate the benefits of Boy Scout wisdom. He had great adventures that provided ample material for his legendary and plentiful stories, which his children and grandchildren can repeat by heart.
Gerry also appreciated the potential Saskatchewan land held for development, and his enthusiasm for the real estate industry never diminished during his 52-year career. The north industrial area of Saskatoon, nicknamed "Clackson Country", thrived due to Gerry's energy and vision, and his passion for "doing deals" was only surpassed by his integrity and dedication to his clients. Inspired by his enthusiasm and seizing the opportunity to learn from one of the best, all four of Gerry and Sheila's children entered the real estate business, and three grandchildren are now following his lead.
Gerry also loved hockey, as a fan, player, proud father of two sons who excelled in the game, and grandfather of the next generation of skaters. Gerry spent time scouting for the WCHL (now WHL), logging countless miles driving across the prairies to watch games, or parking on country roads trying to hear a game's play by play in the car. His big belt buckles were testament to his affinity for rodeo and his radio dial was always tuned to the country station.
Gerry embodied old-fashioned values; family, hard work and strength balanced with kindness and generosity, and he never let a day go by without kissing his wife. He met Sheila at Mayfair Public School, and they attended Bedford Road Collegiate together. He married the love of his life in 1951. Gerry served many years in the Royal Canadian Navy, prior to bringing the family back to Saskatoon in 1962 when he began his real estate career. He and Sheila then built their house on Neilson Crescent, and to this day, it remains a home full of family, dogs, chaos, and many memories.
Gerry will be honored at a Celebration of his Life on Friday, March 18 at 1 p.m. at McClure United Church, 4025 Taylor Street East with a reception following. Condolences can be registered at gerryclackson@gmail.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hillcrest Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, and in memory of all the dogs and cats Gerry loved throughout his life, the family would gratefully appreciate donations to the Saskatoon SPCA.