He was born on April 17, 1951 in Parkersburg, West Virginia, the son of the late Harry and Helen (Norman) Courtney.
Garry worked as a tow truck driver for Northside Towing in Springfield for many years. He enjoyed playing Bingo, going fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed travelling to Thailand a few times.
He is survived by his 2 sons, Philip Courtney of Springfield, and Garry Courtney, Jr. of Effingham, IL; 4 grandchildren; 3 siblings, Albert Courtney, Wanda Standage, and Jackie Bowman, all of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 brother Joseph Courtney, and 1 sister Rickie Henson.
Services are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, Springfield. Graveside services will be held on Monday, October 21, 2019 at 11 am at Roselawn Memorial Park in Springfield.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.