Gary Stockton

Gary Stockton, age 72, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2022 surrounded by his family at Parkwest Medical Center. Gary grew up in Jamestown, TN, and graduated from York Agricultural Institute in 1967. He earned the Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout rank in 1966 and was chosen to be a delegate to the 1967 National 4-H Club Congress. Gary attended the University of Tennessee and received a B.S. in Animal Husbandry in 1972 and a B.S. in Ornamental Horticulture in 1983. His career path reflected his love of animals and plants beginning with his job as Zookeeper at the Knoxville Zoo and later as Landscape Foreman at the 1982 World's Fair. He was the Branch Manager of SiteOne Landscape Supply in Maryville, TN, when he retired. Gary found joy in simple things, a walk in the park, a scenic drive on a sunny day, time spent working in his garden, a good book to read. He had a kind heart, a quick wit, and a wondrous smile. He was a loving husband, father, and friend, and he will be immensely missed. He was preceded in death by his parents Brooks and Barbara Stockton; brother, James Ben Stockton. He is survived by his wife Marty; son, Sam; step-daughter, Sarah Grace Bishop; sister-in-law, Susie (Darrell) Traughber. The family will honor Gary in a private service that will be held at a later date at Stockton Cemetery in Jamestown, TN. If you would like to celebrate Gary's life and legacy, the family asks that you make a donation in his honor to the Seymour Volunteer Fire Department, 7915 Chapman Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920 or www.seymourvfd.com. Online condolences and fond memories may be shared with the Stockton family at www.sherwoodchapel.com.

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