Gary Edward Harmon

Gary was born on July 5, 1944, in Cushing, Oklahoma, to Betty (Bass) Harmon and Jack Harmon. After graduating from Cushing High School in 1963, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and that year he began his basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX.

After basic training in January 1964, he was stationed at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, where he was assigned to the 4453rd Combat Crew Training Squadron, training airmen on the maintenance of the new F-4 Phantom fighter jet. In June 1964, the 4453rd made its mass relocation to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, AZ and Gary was considered part of the “Permanent Party” and was relocated there for 3 ½ years, training incoming airmen how to maintain the aircraft before they were deployed to Southeast Asia.

Gary was honorably discharged from the Air Force in 1967 and moved back to Oklahoma where he worked in the field of telecommunications.

Gary was a patriot who took pride in his country and believed in the importance of kindness, family, and understanding of the world around him. He passed these values on to his family, teaching them about patriotism, compassion, and world affairs through his words and example.

Outside of his military service and family life, Gary enjoyed a variety of hobbies and interests. He loved hunting, fishing, and building and flying remote-controlled airplanes. He also enjoyed playing cards, traveling and spending time with family. A fan of country music, Gary appreciated the simple pleasures of life and the memories made along the way.

Gary married Judy Kay Snider on October 12, 1984, beginning a marriage and a love that would last 42 years.

Gary will be remembered as a kind and loving husband, father, patriot, and loyal friend. His dedication to his family, love of his country, and the values he instilled in those around him will remain part of the legacy he leaves behind.

Gary was a member of the American Legion and Cushing Baptist Church.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Gary is survived by his wife Judy Snider Harmon; brother Doug Harmon and wife Judy; daughter Janice Anderson; step daughter Robi Craig and husband Bob; step son Brock Snider and wife Radonna; step son Brandon Snider and wife Sonja; Grandchildren Jordan, Olivia, and Jackson Anderson; step grandchildren Claire Craig Elrod and husband Cyler, Cameron Craig, Carter Craig, Wacey Snider and Wife Taylor, Dusty Snider, Parker Snider, and Paige Snider; Nieces and Nephews David Ball, Diana Gann, and Brandon Harmon; along with his extended family and friends.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents Betty and Jack Harmon; sister Beverly Harmon White; daughter Wendy Mae Harmon; and niece Stacy Seelke.