June 22, 1955 – September 18, 2026

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Glenn Kenneth Gadd on September 18, 2026, at the Dryden Regional Health Centre after a short stay in hospital, at the age of 71.
Glenn will be forever loved and deeply missed by his daughters, Shawna (Mike) Sveinson and Kailey Gadd, and their mother, Toni Gadd; his grandchildren, Haven Gadd and Dylan Sveinson; his brothers, Wes (Lorraine) Gadd, Roy (Shirley) Gadd and Fred Gadd; and his sister-in-law, Sandy Gadd. He also leaves behind his nephews, Chris and Steve Gadd, who were more like brothers to him, as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Glenn was predeceased by his parents, Lyle and Marion Gadd; his brother, Wally Gadd; his sister, Irene Johnston; and his brother-in-law, Harley Johnston.
Born in Fort Frances, Ontario, Glenn moved with his family to Dryden during his childhood, where he remained for the rest of his life. He became a familiar face throughout the community and was known for his kindness, generosity and willingness to help others.
Fishing and hunting were lifelong passions, and few places meant more to Glenn than the Basket Lake area. He first camped there as a young boy with his family at a small lake that became known to locals as Gadd’s Lake. He continued returning throughout his life, often with his brother Fred, and knew the area like the back of his hand.
A drive with Glenn was never just a drive. Every pond, bridge, hill or overgrown slash seemed to come with a story about the adventures and shenanigans he, his brothers and his nephews had shared over the years. His moose camp stories seemed endless, and decades later he could still remember exactly where something had happened.
Glenn worked many jobs throughout his life, but he particularly enjoyed driving taxi. He loved being on the road, talking with people and being part of the community. Retirement didn’t last long, and at 70, Glenn started his own taxi business, allowing him to continue doing what came naturally to him, driving, meeting people and helping others.
Above everything else, Glenn was a devoted dad and grandpa. His daughters and grandchildren always came first. Whenever we needed a hand Glenn would drop what he was doing and come to help. Being there for his family was simply who he was.
He proudly watched Haven’s dance recitals and Dylan’s big hockey games, whether in person or from home online. He was incredibly proud of his family, and customers, friends and people throughout the community often heard about his daughters and grandchildren. Glenn was known to pull out pictures from his wallet, and later his phone, to show them off.
We will miss his stories and humour, the drives down familiar back roads, the conversations that could go on much longer than expected, and simply knowing that he was there. The stories he told us so many times will now become the stories we continue to tell about him.
Our family extends our heartfelt thanks to all the staff at the Dryden Regional Health Centre for the kindness, compassion and care shown to Glenn and our family during his final days.
Glenn was deeply loved and will be deeply missed. His generous heart, love for his family and willingness to always be there will not be forgotten. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Celiac Canada at celiac.ca or to Type 1 Diabetes at breakthrought1d.ca