GARWOOD, GLENN JAMES

Died: August 21, 2020; Age 66

Glenn Garwood was instrumental in making the Toronto Railway Museum happen. From 2001 to 2010 he worked closely with the Toronto Railway Historical Association (TRHA) to develop Roundhouse Park using the innovative public/private business model to drive the evolution of the Park and the Roundhouse into the successful enterprise it is now with its commercial tenants and the Toronto Railway Museum as major attraction.  His persistence and innovative approaches to funding and developing all of this left everyone impressed with his capabilities.

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After a five year fight with dementia, Glenn passed away peacefully August 21st at Taunton Mills, Whitby with his family. He attended Ryerson studying architecture. Glenn was a Project Manager with the City of Toronto.

His projects included the North York Performing Arts Centre, the Evergreen Brick Works, CPR John Street Roundhouse (Toronto Railway Historical Association). His last project was the Guildwood Inn before retirement.

Glenn will be remembered for his love of music, gardening, sailing, skiing and cottage life.

Glenn is survived by his partner, Barb; mother, Margaret (née Giffin); sisters, Gayle (Wayne), Lorna (Jim); granddaughters, Alexandra and Brooke; and special friend, Mitchell. Predeceased by his father, James and nephew, Todd.

His many friends will remember Glenn for his gourmet dinners and he was always up for a party. Very special thank you to the staff at Taunton Mills, Perry Unit, Whitby, who lovingly cared for him. Donations would be appreciated to the Toronto Railway Historical Association or Durham Alzheimer Society