Oromocto, NB – The Oromocto community is grieving the sudden and tragic passing of Gary Hasson, who was confirmed dead on Friday, October 27, 2023. His unexpected death has left hearts heavy, and the news has profoundly affected all those who knew him.
Gary Hasson, a dedicated worker at Sportcare, was a familiar face in Oromocto. He attended Oromocto High School, completing his secondary education, and was a native of Churchill, Manitoba. He later moved to Oromocto, New Brunswick, where he lived until his untimely passing.
Since the news of his death emerged, an outpouring of condolences has flooded in, with friends, colleagues, and acquaintances expressing their grief and sharing heartfelt tributes. Many have paid tribute to Gary in recently released statements, recalling his love for hockey, baseball, and community involvement. He was known for organizing hockey pools and enthusiastically participating in Oromocto Pioneer Days, a testament to his passion for the community.
Natalie LeBlanc Gallant shared a post for Gray on fb:
Oromocto has lost and amazing man from their community yesterday. Gary Hasson, you will forever be missed. Hugs to you Sharon, Cassandra, Shane, Jay and his whole family during this difficult time. Bill McElwain, I will be right by you every step as you mourn your best friend.
“Gary was a fun guy; it was always great to hang around with him. He loved to talk hockey and baseball and volunteered for the community. He played ice hockey and softball. He was well-liked and had many friends. He was very loyal to his friends, always ready to help,” shared Marc Pepin, capturing the essence of Gary’s warm and generous spirit.
At this time, the circumstances surrounding Gary Hasson’s passing, including the precise cause of death, remain unspecified, leaving the community in a state of shock and sadness. The public is eagerly awaiting further information, and everyone is urged to keep Gary’s family in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate through this difficult time and grieve the unimaginable loss of a cherished individual.
As the community comes together to mourn Gary Hasson, his memory will be honored, and the impact he made on those around him will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
