Gary was born February 9, 1969 in LaGrange. He attended Baptist Tabernacle Church.
Survivors include his mother, Brenda J. Townsend; biological father, William Gary Dommisse; adopted father, Dr. Joseph M. Almand, Jr.; step-father, Danny Townsend, Sr.; brother, Willie Almand; sister, Shelly Almand (Andy) Cantrell; stepbrothers, Joseph Almand, III and John Almand; a nephew, Drew Cantrell; a niece, Lexi Hartley; aunts, Mona Dommisse, Marilyn (Terrell) Allen, and Carol (Stan) Talley; and many extended family members.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, August 15, 2010 at Baptist Tabernacle with Rev. Jimmy McMillian and Rev. Vernon Prather officiating.
Arrangements are by Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 1010 Mooty Bridge Road. (706) 884-8636. www.shlagrange.com