RUMBALL: Gerald Daniel- Passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the age of 79. Pre-deceased by his parents John and Elizabeth Rumball. Beloved husband of Rosalind (Palmquist) Rumball. Cherished father of Ryan (Tina) and Torin. Dear grandfather of Wren and Jade (Brandon). Also survived by his siblings Chris (Suzanne) Rumball, Anne Eles, Linda Rumball and many wonderful nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by his siblings Betty (Will) Bohm, Jack (Rita) Rumball, Gayle (Bill) McLelland, Sister Peggy Rumball, Bill (Diane) Rumball, June Rumball and brother-in-law Buddy Eles. Gerry went to Brigham Young University on a football scholarship and started his teaching career in Espanola where he met his wife Rosalind. He taught at Kapuskasing High School, Caledonia High School where he was the physical education department head and then vice principal. Later he was principal at Hagersville and Cayuga Secondary Schools. He enjoyed seeing his students succeed in life. Gerry spent many years coaching minor hockey, volunteering with Boy Scouts as a fundraising chairman to go to the Canadian Jamboree and umpiring girls softball. He also served as Vice President of Minor Hockey. After he retired, he worked at Sundrim Golf Club driving the beer cart and meeting up with many former students. Gerry played softball with the Pedogues and hockey with the Caledonia Fireman. In his later years he could be seen going around town with his walker. With Rosalind he loved to travel to Florida, Mexico as well as going on cruises with family and friends. Cremation has taken place. SERENITY BURIAL & CREMATION SERVICES INC. 391 Main Street, Port Dover (226) 290-9093 have been entrusted with the arrangements. A Memorial Mass will take place at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Hagersville. Due to Covid 19 Regulations the service will be for invited guests only. In lieu of flowers for those wishing to make a memorial donation in Gerry’s memory, they are asked to consider The West Haldimand General Hospital Foundation, 75 Parkview Road, Hagersville, Ontario N0A 1H0 or a charity of their choice. Online condolences can be left at www.serenityburialandcremation.com
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