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Richard Davis posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2011
This is for the family. It begins when we were children: brothers and sister. But more especially, this is for, and to, Gary’s nieces and nephews. Gary’s is the first death in our family, in our generation. This is new and unanticipated for us and for our children. We share new feelings and new grief for which we are unprepared. So, this is for the family: our generation and yours. ..
A mischievous twinkle in his eye and a full-faced, dimpled grin signaled that Gary’s mind was on the prowl for the next prank or practical joke or the sheer pleasure of his next adventure and we were always all invited to come along to share in his joy of experiencing whatever was around the next bend. And the fun was always shared with his fellow adventurers, never at their expense. We all share the sense of being enriched simply by having been in his presence.
It’s incomprehensible that he is gone. Of all the pictures of our young family – first there were eleven, then there were seven, then for the last several years – there were we five. Take a picture of the five of us. Assume the position. Line up in sibling order. Now the space after Chris and Kathy, that is, the space between Kathy and Bruce, is vacant, replaced by the aching sense of loss we each feel at his passing. If we ever have any more pictures taken of us, we will need to leave that space open for Gary. I refuse to accept that he’s not there to fill it. It’s incomprehensible that he is gone.
But as the next generation of our family has progressed from children to adulthood, the family photographs have broadened and Uncle Gary or “Unc” has taken his place of respect among his nieces and nephews and his adopted nieces and nephews. For them he has been a friend, an uncle, a father, and a brother. The point is that Gary was and is the flux that welds the generations of our family together. We share your grief and pain at losing Uncle Gary and we will be there for you, to help fill a little of the large space his passing has created for you.
Company picnics, Yankee games, motorcycle conclaves, trips to New York State – Would you like to come along with Nany and me? You are welcome, of course. Let’s share the journey and build some more memories with Gar or Gary or Gray or Unc. And even though we didn’t share all of the same times and places with him, we did share his enthusiasm for life and here, today, we are bound together by our shared love for him.
And the twinkle, and the dimple, and the grin will remain with us forever as the face of his beloved memory. God bless you, Gary.
RRD, 12/16/2011
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George Brenda Todd Pfeiffer posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Nanc will always remember all the good times we had at Grams at Christmas Gary was alot of fun thinking of you
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Jim Howard posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2011
What a true gentle man, knowing Gary was a true privilege and an honor. Way to short of a friendship. You my dear friend will be truly missed.
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Lisa Howard posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2011
My family and I are so thankful we got to meet Gary and Nanc,but truly saddened we did not have him in our lives longer.
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Robin Luckhardt Calhoun posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Gary and I reconnected about 2 years ago through Classmates. We caught up on old times in NJ via email. I will never forget the night we went sleigh riding behind St. Clairs Hospital. We were having races and flipped. Gary landed on my shoulder. I didn't want to say anything about pain - so I waited to the next day to find out I fractured my colar bone after a visit to St. Clairs. Good times. I will miss him. Rest in peace dear friend. Say hello to Anna for me.
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Bill Johnson T.C.M.C posted a condolence
Saturday, December 17, 2011
From the members of T.C.M.C. We wish him well on his new journey. Our condolences to his family. P.S He is remembered fondly by several MEMBERS.
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M.Floyd posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2011
May the angels of comfort be with the family. I was truly saddened to hear the news.
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Donna Andrews-Hoch posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2011
I worked with Gary in Atlanta in Facility Services. Gary was more than our colleague - he was our friend. We miss you Gary. Rest in peace. Donna
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Keith Monahan posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2011
Gary anyone who knew you knew how friendly and warm of a personality you had. I remember you from Morris Hills in Rockaway. Since I knew that you services were out of state (because I'm in MD.) I played "Born to be Wild" for ya' this morning on the air. (sorry we never connected through Facebook) My prayers are with your family; brothers and Kathy and youe entire family. Take care my friend, Until we meet again. Keith "more music" Monahan (CBS Radio ~ Baltimore).
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Joey p posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2011
I have known and worked with Gary for many years through NY Life,including the last 7 in Atlanta. We shared many of stories and laughs together. Rest in Peace my friend. You will be missed.
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Bob Parichuk posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2011
My heartfelt condolences go out to Nancy and family. I knew Gary from NY Life and the I.D.G.A.S. softball team. Gary or 'Goose' as we knew him was one of a kind. May the road be smooth where you're headed - I raise my glass to you partner!
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Kaye posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2011
Gary was a good friend and mentor. He was one of a kind. My life is richer for knowing him.
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Lee Davis posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2011
Gray, I always associate you with laughter and I have an image of groans in heaven as you tell your puns and then grin---('stat chew'? and was that 'cheeks of tan'?)so many memories, too... you had a great Road Trip; you will be mised.
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Rathgeb Family posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
You were a big part of our family in the good ole rockaway days. Mom, Dad, Brother Jack, Bob and your little sister Kathy will remember you always. Rest in peace brother......you are in our hearts every day. OX
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Mike Cote posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Gary, Friend, neigbor, business associate, patriot,drinking buddy. We're going to miss you. I know when my time comes you'll be there to say "hey, neighbor!"
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Dan R. Vaughn posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
It was truly an honor to have worked for and known Gary these years in Ga.Thank you for everything you did for me and my family.You will be missed.
Your friends,Dan and Andrew Vaughn
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Kathy Schott posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Gary was such a sweetheart in the high school years. I went to school with him Freshman year, but we were the bunch that lived in Whippany and were sent to Hanover Park HS until Whippany Park was built. Gary was such a great friend and like a brother. I was so excited to hook up on Facebook with Gary after so many years and was glad to catch up. You will be missed by many....bless you, Nancy and all your family members.
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Glenn Davis posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
To me, the thing that really stood about Gary was the way he always made you (no matter who "you" was) feel like you were the most important person in the world when you were with him. Few people have that gift and he surely used it well. It was an honor to have known him.
So Cuz, on behalf of my Chris, Ashley and Merci, keep the Shiny Side Up and the Rubber Side Down as you now can ride to your heart's delight. Bye for now, Cuz. Love, Glenn Davis and family.
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Barbara DeJesus posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Gary was such a nice person and was always very kind to me. I missed him at NYL after he moved to GA. RIP Gary.
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Cheryl Davis posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
I will always hear him say to me "I love you, Cuz". C U in Heaven, Cuz. I Love You, too. God Bless.
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Debbie Egerer Mackintosh posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Gary was a good friend through high school, always made me smile with that “light up the room” smile and twinkle in his eye. I cherished his friendship and his wise words after we graduated. I was so happy to reconnect through fb and loved all the posted photos….so many memories. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. God Bless you.
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Mary Ellen Wallace DiPillo posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
I have the very best MH memories of good times spent with Gary during my Senior year. my deepest sympathies to Nancy and the rest of his family. He will be missed!
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Gordon & Jennie Hendley posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Nancy, please accept our deepest sympathy.
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Lorraine Davis posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
I will always remember, and be grateful for what Uncle Gary did for my brother, Joe, in a time of need. He was always among the first to rush in to help in a crisis. He loved his family, his friends, his animals, his motorcycles, his music, and his country. We will always love and remember him.
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Linda Rogers posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Even though I graduated in 1969 from Morris Hills, I didn't know Gary there. I became friends with him when he joined Tri County Motorcycle Club. He was always fun loving and had the greatest smile which by recent pictures I can see that smile stayed with him. He will be missed by many. My prayers are with his family.
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Bill Ellis posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Known Gary many years. Wonderful person
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Julianna Tirro posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
I wasnt fortunate enough to have spent alot of time with Gary but at Christopher and Kristies wedding we had a blast ! Knowing that he was such a true inspiration, mentor, friend and brother to Chris means so much to me. Rest with the angels <3
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Kenneth Cox posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
I knew Gary from New york Life,He was a great friend,and will be missed.I always enjoyed hanging out with him at his place in hampton,many good memories
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Ken Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
pulling out in front of Gary on 46 and he hit me, was my fault yet as in true friend form, he never got mad at me, we got our cars fixed and continued on
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Kristie posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
I will ALWAYS love you D'Unc! <3
Love,
Da Nice
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James Morgan posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
I didn't know Gary for all that long, and although we were separated by decades in age, we shared a few passions, motorcycles and patriotism. in memory of Gary and our friendship, a donation will be made to the wounded warrior project in Gary's name.
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Angela Lusardi Sepe posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2011
My prayers go out to his family. I will always remember his smile, that made us all smile. I was lucky to have re-connected a few years ago. I was lucky to have had him as a friend. God Bless
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Kathleen Nelson posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Back in the good ole days of Rockaway.......you were another older brother to me. We would go into the city and enjoy the town and musicals. Was so happy to reconnect by email and was hoping to see you again soon. Life was not fair to you but now you can enjoy the peace and love of a better place. Another angle to watch over me till I see you again. OX
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Betsy Campbell Riordan posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Please know that Gary always made me smile. What a wonderful soul. We went to HS together and have been in touch since. All of my thoughts and prayers are with his family. Feel blessed that he was in your life. I am.
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Fern posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Gary was my motorcycle buddy, even after I was living with my husband. When we moved to GA I kept trying to find him, and when I finally did, there he was, living very close to me! That was a happy day. Today I was in Gainesville and it hit me...I can't just call Gary and go to lunch...anymore. a very sad thought. I will miss him.
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Bonnie Geyer Florek posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Gary was such a nice kid. I remember him from when he was in the church youth group when my father was minister at the Methodist Church in Rockaway. After reconnecting with Gary, just a year or so ago, on Facebook, I had hoped to see him again. I had no idea he was even sick until the other day so this was quite a shock to me. I feel so blessed to have reconnected, even if just for a short while. He still had the kind face, warm eyes and smile, even after all these years. I will always remember Gary fondly. Such a nice person. My prayers go out to the family. I look forward to the day we will all be with Gary once again. With thoughts and prayers, Bonnie Geyer Florek
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Michelle Janssen posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
My Dear "Uncle Gary", We will miss you all the days of our life. You were the "Uncle" every family should have been so blessed to have. You were the one person I could always count on through good times and bad. You honored us at our wedding by standing as the Best Man. And that you will always be, The Best Man. with love, Tim and Meshel
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Jane Taglioli Schaeffer posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Gary I will always remember you for that awesome smile of yours. I now have another Angel looking down on me. Love you.
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Trina posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
I'm so glad I made my "brothers tour" in May. You were fairly healthy and we laughed a lot. I'll love you forever.
