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Gerald Louis Logan

February 01, 1940 - October 20, 2020

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Obituary For Gerald Louis Logan

Gerald Louis Logan, resident of Webster, AB, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, in Grande Prairie, AB, at the age of 80 years.

Gerald was born on February 1, 1940, to Louie and Nellie Logan. Gerald stayed close to his roots all of his life. He was raised on the family farm and resided there at the time of his passing.

In his early years, Gerald helped Louie at his sawmill and with hauling pulpwood with a team of horses. When he turned 18, Gerald went to work as a farmhand for Adley and Aimee Carter. Living and working with the Carters, Gerald quickly became one of the family and discovered his love of truck driving. He eventually bought his own truck and became a respected gravel hauler for many years. In the early 1980’s, Gerald met Tess Balmer, and together, they made the Logan family farm home.

Gerald was a perfectionist, keeping his equipment and property pristine. At his recent farm auction, many patrons complimented the upkeep of all his equipment and belongings. Gerald also applied himself to great restorations and inventions to make life easier on the farm. This included restoring several Case tractors, and he had great pride in the results.

He also loved his Fjord horses. He hosted many memorable and fun sleigh rides for family and the community. He and Tess greatly enjoyed cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and quadding. Gerald and Tess also spent a lot of time enjoying and making memories with their family and friends.

Gerald will be sadly missed by his beloved Tess; sisters Laurie (Teddy) Ostaszewski and Marilyn Plahta; sister in-law Alida Logan; brother in-law Calvin McInnis; the Carter families; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents Louie and Nellie; sisters Bernette Grotkowski and Diane McInnis; brother Merle Logan; and brothers in-law Clem Grotkowski and Frank Plahta.

Gerald’s family would like to thank the staff at the QEII Hospital (5 North) and Renal Dialysis for providing such compassionate care up until his passing.

Due to COVID-19, an invitation-only Celebration of Life will be held at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.) on Friday, October 30, 2020, at 11:00am.

A link to the livestream service will be available 15-30 minutes before the service at the bottom of his obituary page on Oliver’s website.

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  • June 24, 2021

    Ingalls Joanne

    Tess, Iâ??m so sorry for your loss. Gerald was one great guy! He was so loved by all that knew him. Sending you my love and the the biggest air hugs ever. Joanne Ingalls

  • June 24, 2021

    Logan Bruce

    My condolences to Gerald family and friends. I did not know Gerald, although he was a 2nd cousin.

  • June 24, 2021

    Annis Sharon and Richard

    Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you all as you face the days ahead..Gerald surely fought the good fight,now he has found peace. Iâ??m sure he is smiling down on us.He was so fortunate to have family like yours in his life.Hugs Sharon and Richard and families.

  • June 24, 2021

    Van Nynatten Marina

    My dearest Friend Tess Frank and I are so saddened to hear about Gerald You know we had so many great times together with you guys. Snowmobiling, cross country skiing riding quads and endless laughter at parties and get togethers. We are thinking about you our dearest friend with lots of love and hugs! Miss you Wish we could be there Marinaroo and Frankaroo Love you Tessaroo

  • June 24, 2021

    Martens Nicole

    Hi Tess. I just wanted to pass on my sincere condolences on the loss of Gerald. I was so sorry to read about his passing and wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you. You will be in my prayers. Nicole Martens

  • June 24, 2021

    Thomson Neil

    Always a step ahead of his colleges as he referred to us as and willing to help them achieve there potential. You could not be around him without gaining valuable lessons in interpersonal relationships driving skills business skills mechanical principles agriculture and a host of other pursuits not necessarily in that order. An Icon in the trucking business and will be sadly missed.

  • June 24, 2021

    Kenig Wendy

    Dear Tess I am so very sorry to hear of Geralds passing. He was always so much fun at our paint nights out at your farm. I loved talking to him about horses and and farming. Reach out to me please so we can reconnect after this crazy covid is finished. I am so sorry that we have lost touch in these past few years. We had so much fun at school together ❤ Much love and many hugs Wendy Kenig

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To view the livestream of Sandra Van Schaick (Saturday at 11:00 am) or Glenn Kochendorfer (Monday at 2:00 pm) visit https://www.facebook.com/olivers.funeral.home/

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