Garnet Lorenzo Cato, affectionately known to all as "Teddy," passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of his devoted family.

Born on January 28, 1939, on the island of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Teddy was the beloved son of the late James and Marcelline Cato. Raised with strong island roots and a spirit of dedication, he carried the warmth and strength of St. Vincent with him throughout his life. Teddy had a deep passion for music and was an incredible drummer; all who knew him loved to hear him play.

In 1959, Teddy left St. Vincent to join the West Indies Regiment. He later transitioned into the Jamaica Defence Force in 1962 following Jamaica’s gaining its independence from Britain. Teddy had served with exemplary service, honor, discipline, and distinction for a total of 10 years before being honorably discharged as Sergeant "Gunny Man" to take on his next challenge as he moved to Canada. His military service was a source of great pride, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, duty, and deep camaraderie.
Surviving Family & Legacy
Teddy is survived by his beloved wife, Elaine, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage and partnership.

He was the proud and loving father of Sharon, Camille, Kevin, and Jason, and a dear father-in-law to Bernard,Waveney, Naz, and Ashley.

His strength, wisdom, and joy live on through his cherished grandchildren—Kwesi, Kimya, Milajae, Naima, Maia, Malia, and Mylah—and his precious great-grand daughter, Yahra.

Teddy is survived by his siblings, Greta James, Victor Cato, Joan Brown, and John Cato. As well as a large, loving extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends across St. Vincent, Canada, Jamaica and around the world.

Teddy was predeceased by his parents, James and Marcelline Cato, and his brothers, Alvin Joseph, Valentine Cato and Vincent Cato.

Teddy will be deeply remembered for his strength of character, his kindness, his fun loving ways, and his unyielding dedication to his family. His warmth, generosity and love will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew him.

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