He is survived by his wife, Linda Armour Handley, his mother, Ms. Dorothy Hicks Handley, of Rock Island, IL., sons, Michael Tyrone Handley, Thomas Handley, and daughter, Jennifer Handley Hamlett, of Virginia, brothers, Dale Bruce Handley, Craig Alan Handley and sister, Sharon Kay Handley Hillyer, of Illinois, three grandchildren, several neices and nephews, and two stepsons, Jason and Allen Armour. He was preceded in death by his father, William Kenneth Handley and son, David Handley.
Gary was born in Moline, IL, and graduated from Rock Island High School. He attended Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL. He began his work career as an industrial engineer, and being the entrepreneur that he was, owned and operated several successful businesses, including three 'Luigi Pizza' restaurants in Virginia. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and took part in many charitable events. He enjoyed traveling, gardening, hunting and fishing. He fulfilled a life long dream of connecting with his Celtic roots when he visited Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. He was a man of faith, honor and integrity.
He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
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