From:
Matt Catellier
Springfield
Ma
Relationship:
Friend
As my thoughts and prayers are for the Family of this wonderful man, I would ask the same back from them as well. Garry touched the lives of so many that it becomes almost overwhelming to think of masses that have been affected. I worked side by side with Garry for 8 years. During that time there was very little we didn't deal with together and for that i thank our heavely Father. I was proud to have him as my friend. for what it worth...I loved this man...for the examples he set...for the times we had...and for just being "G". God Bless You Garry...you will be sorely missed.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Scott Crowell
Wells
ME. 04090
Relationship:
Teamate
I will always remember the great times we shared both on the field and off as teamates at Umasas. I'll especially remember playing against each other in Italy.You were truly a Great Pl
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Robbin Pickett
Littleton
NH
Relationship:
Friend
My condolences to the Pearson family. My father Robert Pickett was Garry's football coach at the Univ of Mass, my father passed away 2/3/2010 from injuries he suffered after being struck by a car. We heard about Garry's death at my dad's funeral. My dead would have been very upset with Garry's passing, so I pass along my prayers and thoughts along with my dad's as he is not able to do it himself. Please know that my family will have a place in our hearts for Garry and his family.
Sincerely,
Robbin Pickett
Sylvia Pickett
Debby Pickett
Judie Pickett
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Melanie
Bristol
CT
Relationship:
Cousin
I am deeply sadden by the lost of our love one. My heart and prayers go out to his family. Garry will be missed by us all. God Bless each and every one of you.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Kevin Maguire
Relationship:
former alumni player and coach
To Alexis and the entire Pearson family, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Gary had an extraodinary career at UMass but more importantly was an extraordinary person and will be missed by all. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all. - God Bless,
Kevin Maguire - Class of '79
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
ALVIN SKINNER
SPRINGFIELD
MASS
Relationship:
FRIEND
TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF MY DEAR FRIEND GARRY. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCE TO YOU ALL, AND THOUGH OUR HEARTS MAY BE HEAVY WITH SORROW TAKE STRENGTH IN THE FACT THAT WE GOT THE TIME TO SPEND WITH SUCH AN AMAZING PERSON -- GOD BLESS WE WILL MISS YOU ( GEE ) JUSTIN,DEVIN,AND ALVIN aka ( STONE ) SKINNER & WANDA VALENTIN
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Elizabeth Morris
hope mills
North carolina
Relationship:
cousin
i will miss you cousin may God keep you in his will.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
JESSICA MORALES
SPRINGFIELD
MASSACHUSETTS
Relationship:
FRIEND
my condolence goes out to garry's family and alexis. I worked with garry for 8 years,garry had a great passion working with our troubled youth.garry was a great leader mentor supervisor and friend .although his work was still not done,"GOD" called on his son to come home.garry it hurts us not to have you here ,
I know you are looking down upon us and watching over us I will see you again my friend...love you "G" que descanse en paz....
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Coach Loranger
Bristol
CT
Relationship:
Friend
Alexa: I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Ivan L. Fennell
Houston
TX
Relationship:
Childhood Friend
Over the last several months I made attempts to locate Gary thru Face Book & connected with 1 relative who did not know how to connect me but was able to inform me of his passing & I'm grateful that she did.
Gary & I grow up together, got into mischief together (of course I was following his lead, LOL). His family is & have been committed to improving peoples lives & safety through Love, Ministry & Community Service. It's amazing to see that Gary continued on that LEGACY with his life choices and we celebrate his LIFE & ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
Ivan L. Fennell
Son of Pastor's Marion & Irma Fennell (New Britain,CT)
Co-Founder Bethel Apostolic Church
Middletown, CT
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
George Taylor & Family
Bristol
CT
Relationship:
Cousin
I dont know what to really say as I am shocked. The times we spent together growing up in Bristol will be treausred as I looked up to you as another brother. Your athletic ability was incredible. Your bond with us was unbreakable. When Ocie died you were there for me and I will always thank you for that. I will miss you "cousin" and I know you are in a better place resting.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Kevin Reed
scottsdale
arizona
Relationship:
Friend
Garry was one of my deepest friends. He taught me courage and not to be afraid of many things. I did not talk to Garry for many years - distance - but there has not been a year that goes by that I do no think of number 22 - at eastern or central - u should be in there HOF - plus u were a great guy - though me toughness and we shared family - i will miss u
kevin reed
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Dwight Floyd
bristol
ct
Relationship:
Family Friend
my condolences to the family.my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Hector Cosme
Bristol
Conn.
Relationship:
Friend
My thoughts and prayers are with the Pearson family. Garry and I graduated together and was a great friend. He will be missed dearly. God Bless
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Pam Sirois
Bristol
CT
Relationship:
friend
Words can not express the sorrow I feel. I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to Garry's famiy. We were very close our senior year of High School and I treasure the memories. Garry was always so kind and gentle he always had a way of making me smile. His achievements in life so very grand. I am proud to say I knew him he will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family may God help you through this hardship.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Becky Robidoux
Ware
MA
Relationship:
Friend
My condolences to all of Garry's family. I had the privelage of working with Garry at RFK. He was a kind and caring person who cared deeply for everyone he knew. Garry always put his needs behind everyone elses, making sure you were ok. There is a whole in the hearts of all that new him. Garry may you rest in peace with the Lord. Taken to soon, never to be forgotten, loved by all. Your family at RFK will miss and love you forever.
Sent:
2/15/2010
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From:
Aquila W. Brown-Stephens
Greenville
NC
Relationship:
friend
to the Pearson family, u have my deepest condolence on the lost of ur love one, he will be missed, but not forgot, just remember he is resting with GOD. You are in my prayers.
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Cindy St. Hilaire
Bristol
Ct
Relationship:
High School Classmate
Gary and I were classmates at BCHS. He was always a great guy and he has left a wonderful legacy. God Bless family and friends. Rest in Peace Gary.
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Tom Yacovone
spfld
mass.
Relationship:
friend
Garry,this world and this agency has lost a great man.I will miss our late night talks on how we were going to make life better for the kids we were serving.I am really going to miss you 'G'.Words can't say the affect you had on my life.Rest in peace.
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Douglas K Duval
Bristol
CT
Relationship:
childhood and high school friend
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Pearson family. My relationship with Garry goes back to when we were kids when I used to spend a lot of time at my grandmother's house on Jerome Avenue (my last name used to be McKofke). Garry and I were good friends and then we ended up at BCHS. I remember Garry as a kind individual who always got along with everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and I will pray to our Loving Father and his holy spirit to comfort you at this time.
With warm Christian Love
Douglas K. Duval
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Eric Pearson
Waterbury
CT
Relationship:
cousin
i will miss you cuz. you will forever me missed and loved by all of us. alexis keep your head up God is with you.
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Phil Lewis
Bristol
ct
Relationship:
friend
To the Pearson family sorry for your loss Garry will be missed he gave me much joy watching him playGOD BLESS
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Timothy Spruell
Springfield
Massachusetts
Relationship:
Friend&Co-worker
My condolences to the pearson family. Garry will be missed by all DYS staff and RFK staff and residents.his smile and laugh will forever stay in my mind & heart.
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Jackie Mitchell
Springfield
Massachusetts
Relationship:
Co-Worker
I would like to send my condolences to Gary's daughter, family and close friends. He has touched many of the youth's lives. His hard work and dedication will never be forgotten. I will miss all the smiles and laughs he gave me when I go over to RFK. He will be sadly missed for years to come.
He spoke often of his daughter and his family. He loved you dearly. My prayers will be with you.
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Carmen Rosario
Springfield
Massachusetts
Relationship:
friend
My condolences to the Pearson family. No words can express the loss. And to Garry, Thank you for making me a better person. Love Always. . .
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Cross Family
Bristol
CT
Relationship:
Family friend
The Cross family would like to give the Pearson family heatfelt sympathy for your loss of Garry. My parents knew him from a young child. In this time we pray for God to hold you in his arms and hold you as you grieve for you love one. JOY WILL COME IN THE MORNING!
Sent:
2/16/2010
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From:
Cheryl Malone
Springfield
MA
Relationship:
Friend
I only knew you for a short time but I was looking forward to introducing you to your first Pow Wow this summer. You will be truly missed but your spirit will live on in all of those that cared for you so deeply. "May hope unite us, love connect us,and peace dwell among us."
Sent:
2/17/2010
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From:
Kenny Parish
Bristol
CT
Relationship:
Friend
Garry was the best football player I ever saw play in Bristol. Bar none. I wish I would have got to know him alittle. My deepest condolances to his family and friends. God Bless this truly remarkable man.
Sent:
2/17/2010
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From:
Emily Eschner
Bristol
Relationship:
Friend
Alexa, know that I'm thinking of you. I'm sorry for your loss.
Sent:
2/17/2010
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From:
Yenitza Garcia
Springfield
Relationship:
Friend
My condolences goes out to all Garry's family and friends. I only knew Garry for less than a year and I am very honored that God allowed me to meet such a great individual. Garry, I didn't expect God to call you home so soon. But everything God does is for a reason. You will truly be missed by the Kitchen staff and myself. Prayers for strength go out to all.
Sent:
2/17/2010
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From:
Michele Bonfiglioli
Bologna
Relationship:
Friend
I had the lucky chance to be his buddy while he played in Italy and have some wonderfull memories of him.
He was extremely generous both on field and in live and taught us all a very important lesson in life, friendship.
My deepest condolences to his family.
Sent:
2/21/2010
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From:
ALBERTO SOLMI
BOLOGNA
Relationship:
PLAYER DOVES BOLOGNA
REST IN PEACE GARRY FROM DOVES BOLOGNA AMERICAN FOOTBALL ITALY
Sent:
2/22/2010
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From:
The Gaddoni Family
Bologna
Relationship:
Friends from Italy
We were very sorry to hear of Garry's passing. He was a great friend of ours when he played football in Bologna. We miss him very much.
Sent:
2/22/2010
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From:
Brent Emery-Kronk
Columbus
Relationship:
Friend from Italy days
I was shocked and saddened by the news of Garry's passing. My memories are mostly of that incredible infectious smile and fun we all had settling into our "new" lives in Italy and making so many friends. I have thought of you often, Garry, in hopes you were doing well. My heart goes out to your family —
Sent:
2/24/2010
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From:
Laura Naldi-Williams
Fargo
Relationship:
Old Friend
Terribly sorry for your sudden loss. Garry was a great friend, we'll miss him.
His smile will stay in our hearts.
Sent:
2/24/2010
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From:
Luigi Lodi
Bologna
Relationship:
Friend
Dear Garry,
Even if you played against our team, you have always been considered more than a friend from all the Warriors Bologna friends. All our deepest condolence to your family and all your friends. We will miss you. Rest In Peace, dear Garry.
Sent:
2/25/2010
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From:
Paula Godbout Donaghy
Bristol
Relationship:
fan
Sorry for your loss. I watched Garry play football for Central High School, when I was about 10. My Dad, Roger Godbout, took me to every game. Garry was an amazing player and exciting to watch.
Sent:
2/26/2010
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From:
Jamie-Lynn Shider
springfield
Relationship:
friend and co-worker
To the family, my prayers go out to each and every one of you. I know it is after the fact, but I think about Gary and what he was to youths at RFK. Very well like, respectable to everyone, and most of all he had a way of treating everyone fairly, staff included. So I offer my prayers to each and everyone of you. Call on the master he will hear you and bring you peace especially in the midnight hour. He bring you joy on a cloudy day. May God Bless!
Sent:
2/27/2010
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From:
Terry Walsh
stamford
Relationship:
high school teammate and friend
I was deeply saddened to hear of the death of Garry. Please be assured of my prayers for him.
Sent:
3/3/2010
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From:
Ray Murphy
New York
Relationship:
friend
I just learned of Garry's passing, and I just wanted to offer my condolences to his friends and family. I consider myself lucky to have known him during my days at UMass, and will remember him in my prayers.
Sent:
5/6/2010
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From:
Mike Chuma
Ridgefield
Relationship:
teammate
Dear Pearson Family,
I played ball with Garry at the University of Massachusetts. I will always remember Garry's unconditional smile and support that he had for his offensive line. I am deeply saddened by his passing and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Mike Chuma
Sent:
5/17/2010
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From:
Caralee
Bristol
Relationship:
friend
I just heard of Gary's passing. My prayers go out to his children, family and friends.
Sent:
6/25/2010
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