It is with extreme sorrow that we announce the passing of my husband and our father, Gurdial Ram, on May 25, 2020.
Gurdial was predeceased by his parents, Sadhu Ram and Channon Kaur. He is survived by his wife, Gurmit Kaur, his children, Babita, Harmesh (Harminder Kaur), and Aman, his three grandchildren Sanjay, Krishin, and Mya, as well as a large extended family including several siblings, nieces, and nephews.
Gurdial was born on November 30, 1950 in Ladhran, Punjab. He moved to Singapore in 1952 and travelled to Bilston Midland, England in 1960 with his father and brothers. He married Gurmit in 1970. In 1974, he moved to Victoria, British Columbia with his wife and children.
Gurdial was a member of Boiler Maker Union and was respected for his exemplary work ethic. He worked tirelessly for many years with Victoria Machinery, as well as Yarrows Shipyard and Victoria Shipyard. Unfortunately, due to the nature of this work, his career was cut short after being diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis in 2013.
Gurdial was known for his generosity and hosted several relatives as they immigrated to Canada. He was well known for his impressive sense of style and his caring nature.
He has left a large void in the lives of his family and friends and we will cherish him in our hearts forever. We would like to thank our many relatives and family friends for their kind support during this very difficult time. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to British Columbia Lung Association. Private funeral due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. We will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and kind person,Parji was always smiling and showed so much love and care.
God bless from Mina and family.
Going to miss you Fufar Ji, it feels like just yesterday you were in Calgary for Aidens First Birthday Party with the family. Still looking at the pictures and imagining your still here. May you rest in peace, you are such an amazing kind hearted, loved and respected human. Our deepest condolences to the family, love you all and stay strong.
My sincerest condolences to the Chumber family.I worked with Gurdial for many years and will always
remember his big heart and cheerful personality.We shared many laughs together.
R.I.P my friend!
Sorry about that God bless his soul RIP
Dearest phabhiji and family. We send our deepest heartfelt condolences. Both parji and yourself have always been there for all the family, extended family. You both showered us with so much love. Always there for us. We will miss parji so much. May god give you the strength to remain strong. Love you always. X
Our sincerest condolences to the Chumber family during this difficult time.Our thoughts & prayers are with you, may your dear father rest in peace.
Very very sad to hear about Gurdial’s passing away. Our condolences to Gurmeet, Babita, Harmesh, Aman and all of the extended family. My brother Nikku and I were the very early ones to meet and greet Gurdial, when he first arrived in Victoria ( fernwood ). And we have cherished our friendship since.You will be greatly missed , my friend. May God bless his soul and provide strength to his family to help cope with this huge loss.
Sumeet, Parveen and Nikku.
I have known Gurdial for many years.He was always a very caring very respectful friend.We shall miss him. May God bless and give peace to his soul.
Bhupinder and Meena Khangura.
My Deepest Condolences to Harmeesh and the Entire Chumber Family RIP
With our deepest sympathy, we mourn the loss of our workmate. Gurdial was a generous and easy going man who was respected by his co-workers. We are sorry to see him go!