Gary was my health insurance client and I'm sad to hear of his passing.  He remembered me on holidays with a message and was very kind and thoughtful.  The rememberances listed here attest to his kindness.  I will miss him.

My uncle Gary was only six years older than I was. I remember when we used go on vacation to the lake grandpa Russ and Patty had. He would be there we go swimming run around in the cornfields all kinds of fun stuff. But like I said he was like a big brother he was always watching to make sure the boys weren’t trying to be too friendly. And he always excepted me and loved me and I will miss him immensely. I know you’re finally at rest with your heavenly father. 



Gary was my baby brother I was already an adult when he was born so we never were real close when he was growing up and then he started visiting me in Florida as I visited him every time I went to Indiana my best memory was when he came to Florida and we played in the ocean he was like a little five-year-old having so much fun I miss him may he fly high

I worked with Gary at Wal-Mart. He was always fun to talk too. I'm sorry to hear he passed. R.I.P Gary

Will never forget our time and friendship in High School!

Kathy, Judy, Dennis, & Pedro
It is with sadness that I learned of Gary’s passing. There are fond “cousin” memories from our early years at Family gatherings. Dad & I had a nice reunion with Dennis & Gary 2 years ago at Cousin Bev & Jerry’s. Gary seemed happy & positive & spoke about his church Family & Friends. He especially enjoyed Aunt Arnola’s chocolate pie.  
It is comforting to know that he will be joining his heavenly Family. 
With sincere & loving sympathy,
Nancy (Emerick) Jackson

Kathy, Dennis, Pedro and Judy,
Our sincere condolences.  
 I remember Gary mostly as a little cousin, Uncle Russel and Aunt Rosemary's youngest, at their home in Ligonier.  I'm so sorry for his recent illness and passing.  It comforts me to think of him with his dad and mother and  our grandparents now.               
 Cindy and Dan

I worked with Gary only a short time.  He will be missed!  My thoughts are with his sister whom he talked about regularly.    

I met Gary a little over 9 years ago when he was rehabing after back surgery at the facility I worked in. I worked in activities and Gary always said I made him come to bingo because I wouldn't take no for an answer. He ended up enjoying the activity and we hit it off. He expressed an interest in dating and I declined but let him know that we could be friends. This was probably the best decision of my life! He invited me to his church where I met my now church family, and we would often go out for lunch together after service. We would sometimes have dinner dates at other times and would exchange birthday and Christmas gifts. Gary liked to refer to himself as 'Forrest' and I was his 'Jen-nay' when we texted one another. I'm sad to know that I will never get another text from Forrest or get to have lunch with him again, but I know that he is no longer in pain and is enjoying his home in glory.

I am so sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. Knowing how Gary loved our Lord and Savior, I am comforted that Gary is now resting in the light of His face. My sincere condolences and prayers for his loving family.

Marilyn Benedict 

OBITUARY

Gary Lee Emerick

22 May, 1961 – 16 May, 2021

D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes - Lakeside Park

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