The loss of Gary is hard and the I hope the space left by his leaving this earth is filled with great memories. Your family has touched my life in many wonderful ways, I was blessed known Gary and you as well.

I've known Gary all of his life since we were cousins. I have memories of family get-togethers at the home of our Burke grandparents in Fairfax where a lot of relatives gathered in a relatively small house. The cousins had fun playing together while the aunts prepared delicious food that all enjoyed. I also visited Gary's sister, Jerilyn, and parents, Richard & Charlene, on the farm where I loved to ride horses (Queen & Topsy) with my cousins. Gary was an ornery kid who did things like wave a gunny sack in front of the horse I was on, causing her to rear up & dump me off into a patch of nettles. He used to visit my brother, Mike, at our family's home north of St. Joseph in the summer too, giving his toys a workout. As an adult Gary shared my interest in our family's history, adding useful information to our genealogy on ancestry.com. I always enjoyed talking with him & will miss our conversations. I'd like to extend my deepest sympathy to Gary's family.

Judy and Family, so very sorry to learn of Gary’s passing. Condolences from John and Kathy Davis

Gary has been a very big part of my life for over 30 years. He has helped me and countless others. He will be missed but it would be selfish of me not to share him with heaven. Thank you Gary for being there when I needed you.

I never had a moment with Gary that I did not enjoy his company. What a wonderful person he will be missed.

Gary was a familiar face to all of us here at the Rockport Senior Center. it was always friendly and enjoy conversations with the others here at the center we send our condolences to Judy and all of Gary ‘s family.. he will be missed . Sincerely Carmen Ellison.

Judy& family, so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We were class mates all through high school. So glad I got to see him in May at our class reunion. RIP GARY

We're so very sorry for your loss. He was a nice man and will be missed. Your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Judy and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Gary was one of my favorites to check in at the hospital. Always such a nice guy. The last few months have been hard on all of you but please take comfort in the memories of all the good family moments you shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wayne and Tommie Miles