Gary Lee Uplinger Sr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 t the age of 77. Beloved husband of the late Marlene Lala Uplinger for 55 years. Loving father of Dean Uplinger (Michelle) and the late Gary Uplinger Jr. Brother of William Benson Uplinger of Henderson, KY. Proud grandfather of Mia, Liam, Tyler, Larry and Marisa.
Gary was born on June 12, 1943 in Brookville, PA and was a current resident of St. Bernard Parish. He was a proud US Army Veteran and was a St. Bernard Deputy in the 1980’s during the time Ralph Mcdougal was Sheriff. He will be forever remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. His greatest joy was being able to spoil his grandbabies. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all of those whose lives he touched.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, January 29, 2021 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. He will be laid to rest with military honors in Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, Slidell, LA. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required.
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