Garry Dumbrell 1 June, 1957 – 15 October, 2021
CONTRIBUTE
TO MEMORY TIMELINE
My deepest sympathy to all the Dumbrell family, so many memories from working at McEwans Saturday mornings, to card nights with you, Gail and your mates to that wonderful party you put on for Gail this year. Such a shock. Love to you all, especially Gail. Xx
Very sad to hear about Garry. My deepest condolence and support to the whole Dumbrell family. I have been blessed to work under Garry's leadership, learnt a lots of lessons in those years including him calling me in his office when I was caught speeding by Rob. One of the profound statement I got from him last was " I thought you are much better than this" which made me introspect deeply and change the trajectory of my career throwing the baggage of mediocrity and risk aversion. You were not easy to work for Garry, but you were great fun at times and most generous boss. Still remember the hugs when you were happy. I am sure people and the stewards in Heaven would definitely notice your presence. Alvida !
To the Dumbrell family, Thoughts especially on this day and the days ahead as you all adjust to life without GD. To acknowledge my close friend PD - I know how much of a mentor/stalwart your Dad was to you and we are all here for you whenever you need a shoulder to lean on or a moment to reflect with friends. GD has left an amazing legacy and I know that he will be active in your memories, thoughts and conversations each day. Much love guys.
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My heartfelt sympathy to Lisa, Gail, Keith & the Dumbrell family I was so sadden to hear of Garry's passing and will forever hold special memories, of my time at Wynn's & Allbrell's I'm sure you will "rock on" in your blue crocodile skin shoes Farewell Smokey xxx
Garry was a terrific, generous, cheeky and very intelligent friend and I will miss and our conversations. Rest in peace my friend. God bless . Steve
My condolences to the family of a man, husband and father that loved and lived life to the full. Your perseverance through many struggles and challenges in life is an inspiration to all of us. Rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to Lisa and family We are thinking of you all at this most difficult time .Garry will be so sadly missed . I cherish all the fun times and sad times we have shared over the years I am going to miss that cheeky laugh ....sending love and light to you all ❤❤❤
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Sincere condolences to Lisa and the whole Dumbrell family. Garry and I had dealings for over 30 years and we got to know each other very well over that time. He had an amazing life with many ups and downs, and he faced the challenges with a great deal of courage and humility. I will miss our discussions. Rest in peace, Garry. Best wishes, Jim
To Paul, Rosie, Lisa and the entire Dumbrell family, We offer our most sincere and deepest condolences for your loss, especially at this time. We also tip our hat to the full and dedicated life that Garry lived and know that his legacy will be carried forward for many generations to come. Few people have such an outsized impact on so many people. His courage and resilience to overcome cancer was a personal inspiration to my father during his battle and Garry's offer to connect was a true sign of his generosity, even for someone he did not know.
As the founding employee of Autobarn Garry will be long remembered by me as man of vision, dedication and passion. We would long share thoughts of business strategy and setting direction for the group. But more than that we shared many great times together away from work where his generosity of spirit and kindness came to the fore. Passion and consideration was a large part of his persona whether is was for his staff, motor racing or family. With sincere appreciation for the good times we spent together. Vale. Garry.
My mother, Irene McLeod worked with Garry for many years and had a wonderful friendship. My brother, Malcolm worked for Garry for a short period prior to his death and our family will always remember Garry with affection.
Sending our deepest condolences for the loss of Gary . Love Glenn , Lachlan and Isabella Dumbrell
My condolences to the Dumbrell Family with the passing of Garry. I am grateful for the times I had with Garry helping with architectural projects, sharing our daughters experiences at Ruyton and being part of the family association through the very close Rodway Henderson Fitzgerald Dumbrell clan. Continue your journey into the starry firmament with our blessings. James Jan and Eliza.
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My condolences to the families and it was a beautiful service to a truely remarkable Garry Gabrielle & Sean Kelly 🌹❤️
Jack, you were loved. Wonderful memories held close to my heart. Sincere condolences to your family
Our deepest sympathy during this sad time of loss. You are in our prayers, with much love from our family to yours Gavin, Nicole, Josh, Riley and Teagan xxxxx
A very special farewell, fitting of this most special man. Your family certainly did you proud, today. G, you will be so greatly missed.
To the Dumbrell families, Deepest sympathies to you all on such a huge loss. RIP Garry With love, Judy Ardley
Goodbye, for now, Gaz. Thank you for all of your love, encouragement and support over the years. I loved listening to all of the stories and tributes, smiling through tears. All my love, light and healing to Lisa, Paul, Lucas, Clare, Em, Benny and family xo
Sincere condolences to the Dumbrell family for your loss. Garry was an enthusiastic and astute businessman who thrived on thinking outside the box and finding opportunities where "a rising tide lifts all boats." He treated everyone with respect and generosity, and we appreciate that he invested his time to develop good business relationships. May he rest in peace. Best wishes also to Audrey, Robbie and Garry’s support team. Ashley Thomson and Tania Baker (Tenfold Business Coaching)
My deepest sympathy to all the Dumbrell family, GD was and forever will be remembered by anyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. I will be forever grateful for meeting such a wonderful man. Rest In Peace Garry you will be truly missed, you touched all our lives more than words can describe.
We've certainly lost some of the best in 2021. Sending love to the entire Dumbrell family. May your memories of Garry as a loving husband, dad and pa never fade xx
To Lisa, Paul and the Dumbrell Family , Our heart felt sympathy to you all. A great man that achieved many great things. Will be sadly missed. Forever in your hearts ♥️
Our deepest condolences to the Dumbrell family. We have had the most amazing memories with you all and Gazza's generosity will never be forgotten. Love you lots xxx
Sending sincere condolences to Lisa and the Dumbrell family. So many laughs, so many good times will be remembered fondly. A lovely service Lisa. The car was very cool! Sincerely, Meg
My sincere condolences to the Dumbrell family. Garry's passing is a loss to us all, personally will be remembered for his trust, time, respect and mentor-ship towards me. The greater business community and of course Australian Motorsport is better off for his contributions. Not to mention the many people he has individually supported and helped to grow personally and in business. Thinking of you at this time.
My sincere condolences to Lisa and all the Dumbrell family. RIP . A very kind and generous man.
To Lisa Paul Lucas Claire Emily Ben & Keith, sending our deepest condolences & love on the tragic passing of Garry. He was a generous boss & true friend to my family & I since i started work for him in 1985 at Wynns which continued enduringly. We all had many great times with families, holidays,functions & motor racing over all those years. Thanks for the memories & good times GD until we meet again someday and do it all over again. David Angie Nick & Scott Parker.
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To Lisa, Paul, Lucas, Emily, Claire & Ben, please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband and father. We will always cherish the memories of times spent with Garry. He was one of a kind. An unrivalled businessman who can never be replaced. RIP GD
Dear Lisa and family What a beautiful celebration of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all as you spoke about your husband, father, grandfather and the many happy times. Love Pauline (Peck) Bourne
Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn
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Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn
>read on
Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn
>read on
Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn
>read on
To the Dumbrell Family My deepest condolences to you all with the very sad passing of Garry. I remember many great years with you all during the Collingwood days, and always remember Garry's passion to 'try and get a deal done'! He, like you all, were always a pleasure to be around and no doubt he will be sadly missed. Thinking of you all at this time. Take care. Ash Klein
What a beautiful service, well done to all of those involved. My deepest condolences to Lisa, Paul, Lucas, Em, Clare & Ben, you were his world! Keith, Gail and families my thoughts are with you all and I am so sorry for you loss. I would not have the amazing career in the motor industry without the opportunities that Garry gave me. He changed my life, together with thousands of others. Many aftermarket consultants lives would not be what they are today (and yesterday) without him. The amount of phone calls I have received over the past week has been amazing and the love conveyed not surprising. He was a mentor to so many of us. I will never forget the many (boozy) long lunches and many wonderful experiences that came with working for GD. May you RIP great man and thank you for everything (big and small) that you did for me. The world is a poorer place without you. You will be missed so much x Tan Plumpton
I have been struggling to find the right words to convey how much Garry meant to me and how heartbroken Mat and I are for his family and all who knew him. I feel so incredibly fortunate and grateful to have been a part of Garry’s family life for 12 years and privileged to witness Garry in his roles as husband and father. He was the best example of unconditional love, fun and generosity. I have so many happy memories of times spent with the Dumbrell family that I will cherish forever. I have Garry and Lisa to thank for my husband and my own family. Garry started out as my boss but soon became my friend and a father figure to me. Thank you, Garry, for trusting me to care for your children, for the many adventures and experiences I shared with your family, for all of the advice you gave Mat and I during our many chats, your check in text messages to both of us, and most of all, for welcoming Mat and I into your family life. All our love to Lisa, Emily, Clare, Ben, Lucas, Paul, Rosie and all of the family. Love always, Lozza and Matty.
Yes Gary, your mother would have been proud of you as I am. Love, Aunty Pam and family
My deepest sympathy to all the Dumbrell family, so many memories from working at McEwans Saturday mornings, to card nights with you, Gail and your mates to that wonderful party you put on for Gail this year. Such a shock. Love to you all, especially Gail. Xx Read full message here.
Very sad to hear about Garry. My deepest condolence and support to the whole Dumbrell family. I have been blessed to work under Garry's leadership, learnt a lots of lessons in those years including him calling me in his office when I was caught speeding by Rob. One of the profound statement I got from him last was " I thought you are much better than this" which made me introspect deeply and change the trajectory of my career throwing the baggage of mediocrity and risk aversion. You were not easy to work for Garry, but you were great fun at times and most generous boss. Still remember the hugs when you were happy. I am sure people and the stewards in Heaven would definitely notice your presence. Alvida ! Read full message here.
To the Dumbrell family, Thoughts especially on this day and the days ahead as you all adjust to life without GD. To acknowledge my close friend PD - I know how much of a mentor/stalwart your Dad was to you and we are all here for you whenever you need a shoulder to lean on or a moment to reflect with friends. GD has left an amazing legacy and I know that he will be active in your memories, thoughts and conversations each day. Much love guys.
My heartfelt sympathy to Lisa, Gail, Keith & the Dumbrell family I was so sadden to hear of Garry's passing and will forever hold special memories, of my time at Wynn's & Allbrell's I'm sure you will "rock on" in your blue crocodile skin shoes Farewell Smokey xxx Read full message here.
Garry was a terrific, generous, cheeky and very intelligent friend and I will miss and our conversations. Rest in peace my friend. God bless . Steve Read full message here.
My condolences to the family of a man, husband and father that loved and lived life to the full. Your perseverance through many struggles and challenges in life is an inspiration to all of us. Rest in peace. Read full message here.
Sending all my love and deepest condolences to the Dumbrell family. Vale Garry. Read full message here.
My deepest condolences to Lisa and family We are thinking of you all at this most difficult time .Garry will be so sadly missed . I cherish all the fun times and sad times we have shared over the years I am going to miss that cheeky laugh ....sending love and light to you all ❤❤❤
Sincere condolences to Lisa and the whole Dumbrell family. Garry and I had dealings for over 30 years and we got to know each other very well over that time. He had an amazing life with many ups and downs, and he faced the challenges with a great deal of courage and humility. I will miss our discussions. Rest in peace, Garry. Best wishes, Jim Read full message here.
To Paul, Rosie, Lisa and the entire Dumbrell family, We offer our most sincere and deepest condolences for your loss, especially at this time. We also tip our hat to the full and dedicated life that Garry lived and know that his legacy will be carried forward for many generations to come. Few people have such an outsized impact on so many people. His courage and resilience to overcome cancer was a personal inspiration to my father during his battle and Garry's offer to connect was a true sign of his generosity, even for someone he did not know. Read full message here.
As the founding employee of Autobarn Garry will be long remembered by me as man of vision, dedication and passion. We would long share thoughts of business strategy and setting direction for the group. But more than that we shared many great times together away from work where his generosity of spirit and kindness came to the fore. Passion and consideration was a large part of his persona whether is was for his staff, motor racing or family. With sincere appreciation for the good times we spent together. Vale. Garry. Read full message here.
My mother, Irene McLeod worked with Garry for many years and had a wonderful friendship. My brother, Malcolm worked for Garry for a short period prior to his death and our family will always remember Garry with affection. Read full message here.
Sending our deepest condolences for the loss of Gary . Love Glenn , Lachlan and Isabella Dumbrell Read full message here.
Lovely service and a fitting tribute to a remarkable human being. RIP GD Read full message here.
My condolences to the Dumbrell Family with the passing of Garry. I am grateful for the times I had with Garry helping with architectural projects, sharing our daughters experiences at Ruyton and being part of the family association through the very close Rodway Henderson Fitzgerald Dumbrell clan. Continue your journey into the starry firmament with our blessings. James Jan and Eliza.
My condolences to the families and it was a beautiful service to a truely remarkable Garry Gabrielle & Sean Kelly 🌹❤️ Read full message here.
Jack, you were loved. Wonderful memories held close to my heart. Sincere condolences to your family Read full message here.
Our deepest sympathy during this sad time of loss. You are in our prayers, with much love from our family to yours Gavin, Nicole, Josh, Riley and Teagan xxxxx Read full message here.
A very special farewell, fitting of this most special man. Your family certainly did you proud, today. G, you will be so greatly missed. Read full message here.
To the Dumbrell families, Deepest sympathies to you all on such a huge loss. RIP Garry With love, Judy Ardley Read full message here.
Goodbye, for now, Gaz. Thank you for all of your love, encouragement and support over the years. I loved listening to all of the stories and tributes, smiling through tears. All my love, light and healing to Lisa, Paul, Lucas, Clare, Em, Benny and family xo Read full message here.
Sincere condolences to the Dumbrell family for your loss. Garry was an enthusiastic and astute businessman who thrived on thinking outside the box and finding opportunities where "a rising tide lifts all boats." He treated everyone with respect and generosity, and we appreciate that he invested his time to develop good business relationships. May he rest in peace. Best wishes also to Audrey, Robbie and Garry’s support team. Ashley Thomson and Tania Baker (Tenfold Business Coaching) Read full message here.
My deepest sympathy to all the Dumbrell family, GD was and forever will be remembered by anyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. I will be forever grateful for meeting such a wonderful man. Rest In Peace Garry you will be truly missed, you touched all our lives more than words can describe. Read full message here.
We've certainly lost some of the best in 2021. Sending love to the entire Dumbrell family. May your memories of Garry as a loving husband, dad and pa never fade xx Read full message here.
To Lisa, Paul and the Dumbrell Family , Our heart felt sympathy to you all. A great man that achieved many great things. Will be sadly missed. Forever in your hearts ♥️ Read full message here.
Our deepest condolences to the Dumbrell family. We have had the most amazing memories with you all and Gazza's generosity will never be forgotten. Love you lots xxx Read full message here.
Sending sincere condolences to Lisa and the Dumbrell family. So many laughs, so many good times will be remembered fondly. A lovely service Lisa. The car was very cool! Sincerely, Meg Read full message here.
My sincere condolences to the Dumbrell family. Garry's passing is a loss to us all, personally will be remembered for his trust, time, respect and mentor-ship towards me. The greater business community and of course Australian Motorsport is better off for his contributions. Not to mention the many people he has individually supported and helped to grow personally and in business. Thinking of you at this time. Read full message here.
My sincere condolences to Lisa and all the Dumbrell family. RIP . A very kind and generous man. Read full message here.
To Lisa Paul Lucas Claire Emily Ben & Keith, sending our deepest condolences & love on the tragic passing of Garry. He was a generous boss & true friend to my family & I since i started work for him in 1985 at Wynns which continued enduringly. We all had many great times with families, holidays,functions & motor racing over all those years. Thanks for the memories & good times GD until we meet again someday and do it all over again. David Angie Nick & Scott Parker.
To Lisa, Paul, Lucas, Emily, Claire & Ben, please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband and father. We will always cherish the memories of times spent with Garry. He was one of a kind. An unrivalled businessman who can never be replaced. RIP GD Read full message here.
Dear Lisa and family What a beautiful celebration of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all as you spoke about your husband, father, grandfather and the many happy times. Love Pauline (Peck) Bourne Read full message here.
Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn View full message
Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn View full message
Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn View full message
Dear Lisa and family What a wonderful celebrations of Garrys life and my tears flowed for you all throughout this service. Lots of love Pauline (peck) Bourn View full message
To the Dumbrell Family My deepest condolences to you all with the very sad passing of Garry. I remember many great years with you all during the Collingwood days, and always remember Garry's passion to 'try and get a deal done'! He, like you all, were always a pleasure to be around and no doubt he will be sadly missed. Thinking of you all at this time. Take care. Ash Klein Read full message here.
What a beautiful service, well done to all of those involved. My deepest condolences to Lisa, Paul, Lucas, Em, Clare & Ben, you were his world! Keith, Gail and families my thoughts are with you all and I am so sorry for you loss. I would not have the amazing career in the motor industry without the opportunities that Garry gave me. He changed my life, together with thousands of others. Many aftermarket consultants lives would not be what they are today (and yesterday) without him. The amount of phone calls I have received over the past week has been amazing and the love conveyed not surprising. He was a mentor to so many of us. I will never forget the many (boozy) long lunches and many wonderful experiences that came with working for GD. May you RIP great man and thank you for everything (big and small) that you did for me. The world is a poorer place without you. You will be missed so much x Tan Plumpton Read full message here.
I have been struggling to find the right words to convey how much Garry meant to me and how heartbroken Mat and I are for his family and all who knew him. I feel so incredibly fortunate and grateful to have been a part of Garry’s family life for 12 years and privileged to witness Garry in his roles as husband and father. He was the best example of unconditional love, fun and generosity. I have so many happy memories of times spent with the Dumbrell family that I will cherish forever. I have Garry and Lisa to thank for my husband and my own family. Garry started out as my boss but soon became my friend and a father figure to me. Thank you, Garry, for trusting me to care for your children, for the many adventures and experiences I shared with your family, for all of the advice you gave Mat and I during our many chats, your check in text messages to both of us, and most of all, for welcoming Mat and I into your family life. All our love to Lisa, Emily, Clare, Ben, Lucas, Paul, Rosie and all of the family. Love always, Lozza and Matty. Read full message here.
Yes Gary, your mother would have been proud of you as I am. Love, Aunty Pam and family Read full message here.