Garry G. Hoyer, 73, of Independence, MO passed away on May 31, 2014. Visitation will be Thursday June 5 at Floral Hills from 6-8pm. Services will be June 6 at Floral Hills at 2pm with burial to follow. He was born in Jasper Arkansas, but spent most of his life in Independence, MO. He graduated from Van Horn High School in 1959, obtained a degree from Penn State, and served 3 years in the US Army. He loved sports, especially bowling. He had 3 perfect games. He belonged to the Mason, Shriners, Sprinkler Fitter #314, and American Legion Post 21.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Guy Hoyer and Maxine McBride. He is survived by his best friend and life partner, Delores Pozin; son, Garry Hoyer II; daughter, Yvonne Blackwell (Josh); grandchildren, Chase, Clay, Zack, Ashlynn, Rylie, Ryan, and Tyler; great grandson, Abel; brother, Larry E. Hoyer; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.