Gary is survived by his son, Jeremiah, daughter-in-law Emily, and granddaughter Eliza of Astoria, New York, and his son, Benjamin, daughter-in-law Megan, of Durham, North Carolina, and brother, Paul, wife Joanne and niece Meredith of Greenwich Connecticut.
A native of The Bronx, NY, Gary grew up in Queens, NY and spent most of his life in Cooperstown, NY on his farm. He was a talented educator who taught history at the Hommocks School in Mamaroneck, NY. Gary started a video rental business in Cooperstown, NY in 1983 before returning to education as the Principal of Milford Central School and then as Principal of the Otsego County BOCES. He later became a professor of education at SUNY Oneonta. He brought joy to many in his professional life. Gary had a passion for farming and was proud of the historic family farm where he lived for most of his adult life.
A private family memorial will be held.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you please make donations to The Parkinson’s Foundation.
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