Gerald Daniel Hebert

Born June 18, 1967-Died March 13, 2024

It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing of Gerry on March 13, 2024. Gerry passed unexpectedly in his home from natural causes at the age of 56. Beloved son of Daniel Aurel Hebert (predeceased) and Josephine Ann Hebert (nee Rose). Gerry is survived by his sisters Beverly Taylor (Josh Pigeau), and Melanie Craig (Lonnie Craig). Uncle to Stephanie Taylor (Eric Fortin), Jeffrey Taylor (Valarie Dumas) and Shelby Craig. Sadly missed by his Auntie Margie, as well as his many other Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. He will be greatly missed by his brother by choice Jamie Barkwell, and close friend Melanie Innes, as well as many comrades who served alongside him in his military career. Gerry was born in Sudbury, ON, and became a member of the 2912 Irish Regiment Army Cadet Corp. when he was 12 years of age and continued into the militia. From there he enlisted into the Armed Forces RCR Infantry in the fall of 1986. During his time in the Canadian Armed Forces, he was an Infantry NCO/SNCO and retired as Warrant Officer G. Hebert, CD. Completing eight (8) operational tours including two in combat Operations in Afghanistan. He later attended Military College and was granted the title of Master Gunner before he retired in 2013. Gerry enjoyed many outdoor activities especially kayaking and shooting at his local Club in Powassan. Gerry’s shooting club family (Rockcut Shooting Club) will feel his absence on the range and in the clubhouse. Gerry will be remembered fondly with great admiration and pride by everyone lucky enough to be a part of his life. A Celebration of Life will be held for Gerry at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 564, 2200 Long Lake Rd. Greater Sudbury on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. For more information or to leave a tribute in memory of Gerald please visit paulfuneralhome.ca.