On December 23, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends, aged 75 years. Devoted and most loveable husband and best friend of Kay, dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of Craig and Sharon, and Nigel and Elisha, father of the heart of Leanne and her husband Fraser, and fun-loving Grandad of Blake, and Evelyn; Cameron, and Connor; and Lizzie, and Johann. A special thanks to Bev, and Tracey for their love and support. Loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend of many. Thank you to the medical staff of S.A.R.A B3 at Christchurch Hospital for their care of Garry. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Garry Gilmore, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the SPCA would be appreciated, and may be made online at spca.org.nz. A funeral service for Garry will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday December 28, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. At Garry’s request, please wear casual musical-themed clothing.