Obituary: The Late Gary Hadjikezian

Gary Karabet Hadjikezian, known warmly to all his friends and colleagues in Canada as Gary, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, deep devotion to his family, and a life well-lived.​

Born in Egypt on April 28, 1933, Gary carried with him a rich heritage and an adventurous spirit. He married the love of his life, Anna Maria Calorio, and together they welcomed their beloved son, Berge, in September 1961.​

Seeking new opportunities and a bright future for his family, Gary made the bold decision in 1966 to move them to Canada, ultimately settling in North York. A man of incredible dedication and a strong work ethic, Gary built a successful career in the grocery industry. He started out working hard at supermarkets, rising through the ranks to become a respected manager for a supermarket chain. Later in his career, he embraced a new chapter, happily settling down to work side-by-side with Anna in their own family business.

​Above all else, Gary was a family man. He loved his wife, his son Berge, and took immense pride in his three grandchildren. In his later years, during his time in long-term care, he was blessed with a wonderful new joy: meeting his precious great-grandchildren.​

Gary’s resilience, gentle warmth, and dedication to the people he loved will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family and all who knew him.

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