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BROWN, Gary Michael
World's Best Truck Driver. Passed away April 23, 2011 in Sacramento, California three days after his 60th birthday. Gary was a Knight of the Road, completing more than four decades of gear jammed, eighteen-wheeled glory with only one moving violation. The lone ticket was malicious prosecution. A rookie cop in Citrus Heights stubbed Gary for 'Failure to Yield' after a motorist bumped the back of Brown's trailer. Gary didn't protest, and didn't miss delivery. Gary was a master carpenter, adequate electrician and mediocre plumber. Friends marveled at Gary's extensive tool collection and abused his good nature by borrowing equipment for years at a time. As a sportsman, Gary's athletic interests ranged from bass fishing to snow-shoeing, though rarely simultaneously. Gary was a US Navy 'Fighting Seabee' and wore his 1970's dixie cup hat on appropriate holidays, such as July 4th and Christmas. A student of politics and a tireless defender of former city councilman Robbie Waters, Gary was the rare Republican among Democrats, but used his superior wit, humor and verbal skills to leave his inferiors laughing. A born toast-master, Gary was in demand where speeches were needed, including the '19th Hole' at city golf courses, where he served as marshal. Born in San Francisco on April 20, 1951, Gary leaves loving daughter Andrea (Tom) Howard, devoted wife Corky and her children Tanya (Chris) Halsall and Jason (Shelly) Mau and sister Lynda Brown. He was the beloved 'Grandpa Gary' of Chase and Zack Halsall, buddy to his bi-coastal, four-legged friend, Freddie, and friends too numerous to name. He is already missed. He was a good man. A celebration of Gary's life will be held at the Elks Lodge, 6446 Riverside Boulevard on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 2:00 PM. Arrangements by George L. Klumpp Chapel of Flowers.
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Don Belli
April 25, 2012
Another Good Man gone. Played football with Gary in HS and remember getting rides to 2adays in Gary's 67 Camaro. He was a Great guy that will surely be missed by all who knew him. God Bless You and Your Family
J.W. Petty
August 1, 2011
Although I have not seen Gary in over 42 years. I never forgot his genuine, positive attitude. A trait too-rare in this existence, and now it's one-person rarer
Sandy Scagliola-Castro
June 8, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I went to school with Gary from kindergarden all the way through to Westmoor High School. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends. May he be at peace and in a better place...
Debbie (Bingaman) Murray
June 5, 2011
I was extremely sad to hear of Gary's passing. We were school classmates from jr high onto high school . When I think of Gary, I think of a really nice guy who always had a smile.....that ...I will miss seeing. I only wish that I had known this wonderful man better. Heartfelt sympathy and many prayers to his family and multitude friends.
Dave Belli
June 3, 2011
Gary and I were great friends throughout school and later. Gary was in my wedding. Good times and good laughs. My best to his family and daughter, may Gary be in a peaceful place and his memory always bring us joy.
Phillip Schmuck
June 1, 2011
So sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and best wishes to the family. Gary knew me as a classmate and always had a smile and a friendly hello I'm sure he will be missed
David Bauer
May 31, 2011
I saw Gary last at the Westmoor Class of '69 reunion luncheon in Los Altos about three years ago. We had a great time talking politics, family and health. I knew Gary had a couple serious health issues but I hoped it could be managed to afford him a long happy life.
I knew Gary from grammar school on. He was a wonderful guy. It's really
a shocker to have our contemporaries begin to leave us.
My deepest sympathies to all of Gary's family and all of those who loved him. Remember all the good times as the will bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.
It's was great knowing you Gary. May GOD bless you.
Dave Bauer
Janet West
May 30, 2011
Such sad news, Gary was one of the sweetest guys in Westmoor High School's Class of 69. Condolences to Gary's family and loved ones . . . two legged and four legged! Janet West, Eugene, OR
Michael Reynard
May 30, 2011
My deep sympathies to Gary's family. I attended high school with Gary and I always looked forward to seeing him at our reunions. He was a modest, smart man and an engaging conversationalist. I will miss his warm energy and keen wit.
Elizabeth Davis
May 30, 2011
So very sorry to learn of Gary's passing. Both my twin sister and I will always remember Gary as a very nice guy. We attended school with him from 7th-12th grades. My deepest sympathies go out to Gary's family and friends. He will be missed.
Liz (Bingaman) Davis
Joan Riba
May 28, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Gary's family. Gary was a fellow classmate at Westmoor High School, and will be missed by so many people.
Joan Riba
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