Gary Parkin

Obituary of Gary Walter Parkin

Parkin Gary, 81 of Crystal Beach passed away peacefully with his wife Shirley and loving granddaughter Alexia Gibson by his side on June 20th, 2021. Days before his passing he shared a laugh with his daughter Amber  and a loving hug with his daughter Faon Parkin. Gary parkin was born in Lindsay Ontario on November 23,1939. He was well known as a thoroughbred race horse trainer and a loving father.  Gary always loved to help his friends and share a good laugh. He loved to hit the road and make new adventures at every turn.  He always told an exciting story about his life that kept you on your toes. Gary was one tough old guy! 

He will be greatly missed be his survived brothers Vaughn (parkin)and  wife (kim), Paul (parkin) and wife (Vivian parkin) . Gary was a devoted grandfather to his grandchildren Alexia, Jordan, Michael, Madalyn, Ryan and Alana. Survived by wife (Shirley ) children Amber (Parkin) and Faon (Parkin) . Predeceased by his sons Travis and Brent (Parkin), and parents Roy and Olive (Parkin). 

Gary will be missed by many friends in the Fort Erie area and horse racing world. 

A celebration of life will be held on a day to be determined.  

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