Beloved son of Inez (and the late Richard) Nelson, brother to Dave (Libby) Nelson, Linda (Walt) Arvin and Wendy (Rich) Kravitz. Silly uncle to Drew, Erin, Stefi, Hanna and Annie; great-uncle to Henry.
Funny, stubborn, opinionated, loving, obstinate, warm, frustrating, wonderful - all describe Gary at any given time. He loved his family, he loved his music, he loved his books and collecting, he loved his Cracker Barrel. And he was loved deeply by all who knew him.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the American Diabetes Association, 150 Monument Road, Suite 100, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.