In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Carmickle; and three sisters, Barbara Turner, Virginia Wells and Elizabeth Shrout.
Gary is survived by his daughter, Sarah Rose (Brian); a grandson, Sean Rose; a sister, Lynda Zimmerman and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation for Gary will be held Saturday, November 30, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Kraft Funeral Service, 2776 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, Indiana 47150, followed by a memorial service at 1:00 PM.