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Alex & Janice Campbell pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Friday, February 20, 2026
Sincere condolences to the family & to Belfast School. Carey will be missed by all who knew him.
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Paul Boudreau posted a condolence
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Emily, Bailey and Chloe
We go through our lives meeting many people and everyone impacts us in such different ways. Your Dad was someone really special to us. He was a gem, a real funny guy whom we instantly connected with.
He loved gum chewing, had quirky sayings and was such a spiffy dresser for a farmer! We had the pleasure of becoming friends with Carey over 8 years ago. He visited us in Ontario and we had fun showing him the sites. He took his first ever Caribbean vacation with us (for an island boy who didn't like the water, he actually got in the ocean).
Carey was game for anything! Not so sure he anticipated that he would be riding on a motorcycle with two other men to get chicken for dinner! A roasted chicken in his one hand and holding on for dear life with the other!
We so appreciated the times he opened his home to us when we visited PEI and loaned us his car. Always quick with a joke, he could dish it out and take it as well. He was so generous, very kindhearted and had passion for fixing anything that was broken. We had conversations about lots of different things, including all of you! He was a proud father and grandfather.
Though we lived in different provinces and saw each other only yearly he was that guy that we could just pick up where we left off. Just in a recent text he was talking about his truck he's been working on since 2020, one he's had since he was 16.
To his family and all those lives he touched in so many ways, we pray that our Lord and Savior will sustain you through this heart breaking loss. Lean into Him and may His loving arms give you strength and comfort.
Our deepest sympathy,
Paul and Catherine Boudreau
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Eric and Lisa Edward pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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Hubert & Joyce Fraser pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Thursday, February 19, 2026
In Memory of Carey Gillis
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Whitney Bryan pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Deepest condolences to Chloe and Family from VBT8.
$250 cash placed in box at funeral home.
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Dean & Loraine Hancock pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Thursday, February 19, 2026
In memory of Carey Gillis
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John Leard posted a condolence
Thursday, February 19, 2026
My sincere condolences to all Carey's family and friends. I've known Carey since school days and have seen over the years. He will be missed.
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Michele & Clifford McKenna pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Thursday, February 19, 2026
In memory of Carey Gillis. Carey drove our daughters to school then our grandson ❤️
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Catherine MacKinnon posted a condolence
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Sending Deepest Condolence to the family and friends of Carey. May the memory of Carey's dedication and kindness live on in the children he brought safely home every day. Carey was a truly a wonderful school bus driver with a sincere passion for the safety of his students. He will be missed by many!
Sincerely, Catherine MacKinnon
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Richard J Cameron pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Honouring the wishes of Carey's family, we are making a contribution to the Breakfast Program.
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Marlene Bolger posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
On behalf of the congregation of West Point Presbyterian Church I wish to offer our sincere condolences to Will and Chole and all the Gillis family.
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Matt & Angela Killeen pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Our condolences to the Gillis girls on the sudden loss of your father. We are so sorry.
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Andrew Dreise posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Janet and I were so sad to hear the tragic news of Carey’s passing. To the family, our sincere condolences! I got to know Carey during the time I worked at Visser Farms. Carey was a real community guy, always willing to help and lend a hand when things needed fixing. We have been praying our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ’s comfort during this difficult time for his daughters, grandchildren, extended family, the G Visser & Sons farm community and the greater Belfast community as a whole, especially the children!!
Andrew & Janet Dreise
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Lyman Douglas posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
I just learned to Carey's accident. I am so sorry to read this, very sad!
I remember Carey as a very nice young man, always happy and a big smile.
Please accept my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Lyman Douglas
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Sadie stewart posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Sincere sympathy to Will and Chloe and all the family. Ray and Sadie Stewart
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Francois & Lorraine Beaupre pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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Bobby & Jennifer Harris pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Our sincerest condolences to his family and friends - Island Growers Co.
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Gloria Panting posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
So sorry to hear of Carey's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time.
Deepest Sympathy!
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Karen Murphy-Ryan posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Sincere condolences to Carey's family and friends. Went to high school with Carey, will always remember our grade 8 travel to Ottawa with he and Chuck. He was such kind and funny guy. Didn't run in to him much over the years. But know he will be missed by all.
Karen Murphy-Ryan
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Billy Clements posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Condolences to you all.
Met Carey in high school 45yrs ago. Our paths crossed once in a while over the years. Always a pleasure to chat with. Always a grin on. A car show, the rink , coopers. He had interesting projects on the go..genetics I’m sure.
A great guy. He will be missed
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Paul And Lori Lopes pledged to donate to Belfast School Breakfast Program
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Carey made our community warmer and kinder. He will be missed. Condolences to his family.
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Tom and Paula Hamilton posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Dear Chloe and Will,
We are so deeply sorry to hear of Carey's passing. May you know the comfort and peace that comes from God, and draw strength from the love and support of others.
With our love and prayers,
Tom, Paula, and Susie Hamilton
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Sophia Oku posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Carey was a man with a golden heart. I don't remember seeing him angry, always happy and cheerful.
Praying for peace and strength during this difficult time.
May his soul rest in peace and the lord grant you the strength to bear this loss.
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Bob and Marsha Mann, Halifax posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
To Mr. Gillis' family, please accept our deepest condolences on your tragic loss.
Thank you to Mr. Gillis for looking after our 3 grandchildren on his bus for many years. We understand he was more than just a driver, but also an awesome person too. Rest in Peace. With respect
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Tanya McCrea posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2026
Emily so sorry to hear about your Dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today and the days ahead.
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BEA & RALPH IRVING posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2026
OUR SYMPATHIES TO YOU ALL AT THIS SAD TIME.
EVEN IN THE DARKEST DAYS OUR LORD SURROUNDS WITH LOVE.
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Brenda Hancock posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2026
So very saddened to hear of Carey's tragic accident .
He always had a ready smile and an easy laugh .
He will be very missed by many .
Hugs to you all ❤️
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Maria and Eva posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2026
My condolences to the family, his daughter's and grandchildren.
Carey was a great guy, always helping and great advice. I will always cherish our close friendship. His saying,Talk to you later
Maria and Eva
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Anne Marie MacNeil posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2026
My Deepest condolences go out to the family of Carey . Thoughts and prayers to ye all at this sad time . RIP Carey
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Rennie Veenhuis posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to his family, so sorry for your loss.
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Mary MacDonald posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Chloe and Family soory for your loss of your father.We are cousins from Bosto Massachusetts..My grandmother Sarah Cameron Nicholson was a first cousin of your grandfather Wilfred. We heard your husband preach this summer at Belfast. Charlene and Mary MacDonald
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Santana posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Sending all my love to Carey's family! Carey was an amazing man! He will be deeply and forever missed.
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Ken and Pauline Campbell posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Sincere condolences to all of Carey’s family at this sad time. Treasure your memories……
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Susan Watts posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Bailey and family my deepest sympathy in the loss of your father and grampie!
Soaring with the angels.Rip.
Susan Watts
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Faye Cantelo posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Sending heartfelt condolences to the family.
Such a tragic loss of a wonderful man.
RIP my friend.
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Natalie Haywood posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Sending all of our love to Emily, Bailey, Chloe and Tiz as well the rest of Carey’s extended family. We are thinking about you. Love Nat, BJ and Bennett.
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Janice Stewart posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Bailey and Family. Sending my deepest condolences to you all at this most difficult time.
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Dennis and Diana Halliday posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Our sincere condolences to the family.
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Chelsey Hunt posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2026
So sorry to hear of Carey's passing. Condolences to Gillis family. Remember Carey from being our bus driver at Belfast School, he always had a smile and treated everyone fairly and equally. At christmas time and end of the school year he would have a can of pop and candy canes for all the students on the bus and would even give an extra candy cane or pop for siblings who were once students. Rest easy Carey.
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Saturday, February 14, 2026
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Saturday, February 14, 2026
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