1950 - 2011 - Gary L. Crossman of Moncton passed away peacefully at The Moncton Hospital on Thursday, March 10th, 2011 at the age of 60. Born in Turtle Creek, NB, July 5th, 1950 he is the son of Rhoda (Collier) Crossman and the late Leverett Crossman. Gary “Sweetie” became a quadriplegic as the result of a motor vehicle accident at the age of 22. Gary wasted no time getting involved in the community, including one of the founders of Ability Transit, involvement in many wheelchair sports, housing and wheelchair accessibility for the disabled, lecturing at schools on the dangers of drinking and driving. Gary’s deteriorating health, due to skin ulcers prevented him from continuing to volunteer. He is survived by his wife Linda “Babe” (LeBlanc) Crossman, his mother Rhoda of the Jordan Life Care Centre, Riverglade, sisters; Joan Murray (Art), Debbie Murray (Fred) all of Riverview, Sheila Burt of Moncton, brothers; Cedric (Thea) of Berryton and Gene (Gail) of Petitcodiac, as well as many, many nieces and nephews. In addition to his father he was predeceased by brothers Robert, Brian and a nephew Tony Campbell.
At Gary’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Donations may be made to Ability Transit, 236 St. George St. # 115, Moncton, E1C 1W1 506-853-3055. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fair Haven Funeral Home, 1177 Salisbury Road, Moncton (506) 852-3530. The family invites you to sign an online book of condolences at www.fairhavenmemorial.ca