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for Gary Granico
Mike Lewis
May 21, 2012
Like many others we were sadden to hear of Gary's passing,our thoughts and prayers go out to the family in this difficult time.
Mike Lewis & family
zak"surfinjose"
October 19, 2011
I know that this publish is late...then again this is how long it took me to think of something to write...Uncle Snakes death hit myself and Our Familly and Dear close friends extremly hard. I know for a fact that I have made my uncle proud...cus there was a time in my life where i know that he wasnt and that hurt like now other pain....the last few times i saw Uncle Snake was when i was home on leave for other family funerals..and i tried to call him and see him as much as i could...we drank some beers and ate....told me to enjoy the beaches,,, golf at the pearl naval base...and ill be a "surfin jose" in no time.... and he kept me on the brighter side of life...but the last conversation i had with uncle was after i got back from japan...i wanted to take r and r...to see him but he said dont worry about it...handle your job cus they need you there more than we need you here...be a take your surfing lessons play more golf and be a "surfin jose"....now i was jacked up with excitent cus now my nick name went from torpedo head to surfin jose... he said zak im extremly proud of you and i love you...i said thank you it means so much to hear that i love you too uncle gary...said our goodbyes.... no later than 5 days after that is when i got the red cross message... as soon as i got there i was with brother shawno and cousin john...hardest thing i think all three of us had ever done was toast a drink to gary....so to make it less painful and to keep emotions from overflowing like a volcano during dude time....we decided on the words.."TO SNAKE"....
Greg Boehl
September 6, 2011
I sat in Straw hat pizza last night, when I glanced at the wall only to see a familiar face. It was Gary's you can recognize that smile from anywhere, When I saw that it was in memory of... my heart skipped a beat.
I hadn't seen Gary in a number of years, but even when we did come across each other, usually when getting pizza or in the grocery store, he still remembered me after being my Tee-ball coach in 1992.
I still remember the Orange Islanders uniforms we wore.
Gary was an amazing man, a great father, a great coach and just an example of a ideal human being.
His memory will live on, in the hearts and minds of many
Condolences to his family, you lost a wonderful person, but rest assured that he has touched more people in his lifetime than most can dream of.
RIP Coach,
Greg Boehl
July 13, 2011
Dear Linda, Toni, and Granico Family I am so very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I only knew him as a typical teenager, and can tell by the comments of others what a wonderful, giving, and caring man he became. My thoughts are with all of you. Linda - I would love to hear from you by e-mail or phone. [email protected] (916) 997-3222 Carol (Howley) Johnston
Danny Thompson
June 2, 2011
I'll never forget his status as a legendary American River Little League staple. He even let me interview him about baseball once for a couple hours for a school project. Sad I couldn't be there. Though it's been many years since I've seen him, I appreciate everything he did for me and the other future major leaguers, and I pray for peace and comfort in his family. Hot Toddy Ham N' Egg It. I will never forget it.
Carmel (Foster) Wilson
June 2, 2011
To the Granico Family, It's been too many years since our families have been close, but I will always remember our childhoods with the fondest memories. Gary and my brother Vance played together as I did with Linda. Our families fished and vacationed together in the Chester area. Mom and Jean were good friends. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Love and affection to all,
Suzie Butcher
June 2, 2011
Dear Granico Family,
I was so saddened to see that Gary had passed. I was part of the Granico family years ago, being married to his cousin, and Gary was such a wonderful part of that time in my life. He was always sooo happy, made everyone feel good and I wasn't surprised to see that he had spent the rest of his life doing that with little league and his many friends. As mentioned by others, he always had a nickname for people, mine was "Cuz" and he continued to call me that which I truly appreciated. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Foltz
June 1, 2011
I will miss the grin and all the fun that went with it. :) You lit up the room wherever you went and made everyone feel like you were glad they were there. Your love for Deb and the kids was always evident, Thanks for letting me be a part of your family I will miss you always- love shellhead
Mark Verdugo
June 1, 2011
To the Granico Family, I am so sorry fot your loss. Gary and I have been friends for 40 yrs. ever since I met him at JFK in 1972 on our way to Turkey. we became friends then and still are. I will miss him dearly,miss our talks of baseball, fishing and golfing.still hard to belive.You touched so many people in many ways that it will be impossible to forget you. I will see you someday again my brother love you and miss you
"Doogie "
Rene Maxon
May 31, 2011
Hello Granico Family,
This is a sock to me, Gary was the best man in our wedding and my son's god father. Freddie Max will be waiting for Gary, he loved his best friend. May you find peace and guidance throught your time of loss. Debbie please call me at 916 617-6353.
Love you always Rene S. Maxon
Dee Martin
May 31, 2011
Gary was my best friend and I will miss him immensely. My heart goes out to his family. Gary was a great guy that you could always count on. He was funny and fun to be with. I know you are in a better place and have already been fishing with Chuck. I will see you again someday. Love Dee and family.
Mary Sue (Pisarz) Bautista
May 31, 2011
Debbie,
I just heard of the passing of Gary last night and I am so very sorry. Please remember all the wonderful things that you were able to share by having Gary in your lives. He is not gone but has just moved on with a higher purpose. Take care of yourselves and hold on to the love you all have for one another as he will live on forever in your hearts. I know we haven't spoken in a long, long, while but I am always here for you and think of you often. Love, Mary Sue
Freddie Maw IV
May 31, 2011
Wow what a shock to hear this news this morning. Gary was really a great guy and to read through this memory book, brought back some good memories. I only hope that Gary left his "secret" pasta recipe to Rosemont Little League so his Pasta legacy lives on. The man knew how to make a mean pasta at the Crab Feeds. Gary really was a great guy and the room did feel a lot lighter whenever he walked in. I always remember him smiling and encouraging people be it on or off the ballfield. We should all take a lesson and from Gary and love people the way that he did. My life was blessed for having known him the short time I did. Granico family, May the Peace of our God and the memory of this great man remain in your hearts and may you be comforted with this one thought: "It is not goodbye but until we meet again". God bless you all, You will be missed Gary.
Lisa Martinez
May 30, 2011
Debbie,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family during your loss. I am here for you if you need anything. God Bless
The Martinez Family
(Lisa Martinez)
Norm Longtin
May 30, 2011
Gary, thanks for the memories. The many nights at Crabshaw listening to the 'Skins' will stay with me always.....
Dennis Avery
May 30, 2011
My prayers go out to the family and friends of Gary. I was in Turkey with Gary and played ball with him. Very sad to hear he is gone. God bless him.
Kayla Kardokus
May 29, 2011
Gary was there for the lives and deaths of my Great Grandfather, Great grandmother and Great Uncle. He will always be remembered, by me, as a kind, worm hearted Man, who was always there in a time of need.
Thank you for all you've ever done for my Family, Gary. You will be missed by many. We love you.
May 29, 2011
Our time shared as baseball dads was much appreciated by me and will always be remembered. Your and Debbie's kindnesses toward Steven are not forgotten. You are missed.
Glenn Thompson
eric gunnarson
May 29, 2011
hello im eric gunnarson gary/ snake and i were best friends back in the day my heart is very sad i cried i havent seen or will ever c gary again 4 30 years we all had nick names mine was trout im sorry i or we never had time to get together i only know in my heart he was a great man i remember the times we had as friends and i will cherish those times im sorry 4 your lose i dont know u but in my heart i feel your pain thats the wrong word i feel your lose only know we were friends u can ask others of me miles and time seperate friends the last time i saw gary it was as if we had never been apart 30 years ago i loved him as my brother and we were we just went different ways in life to his family i say im sorry and if u wish u can call me id like that 778 886 6029 im in canada GOD bless u all garys friend gunnar
USAF gonnella
May 29, 2011
the world will stop spinning!
i'm a little lost for words this morning!
but i thought of this..
god will blink.. the world will stop spinning and baseball will bow their heads and tip their hats...
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Laura Bishop
May 29, 2011
Peace to you Gary, you are so sweet.
May 28, 2011
I knew when I first saw Gary and signed up for Baseball that this guy was a special guy. What I didn't know, was how much Gary would touch me and my Family.
It has been said that you are fortunate if, in a lifetime, you can meet enough great people to count on one hand. In my lifetime I have had the opportunity to meet alot of people both business and leisure.I also think I am fortunate to have many friends, but Gary Granico was my "One Hander". He stands as one of those men you can count on one hand.
As Shakespeare wrote in Hamlet " He was a man. Take him for all and all. We shall not look upon his like again."
Rest in peace my Brother you will be thought of every day.
Mike Hamburg
Shorty
May 28, 2011
My heart is broken but I know you are free and not in pain any more. Thank you for always being there for me...good times and bad. I know you and Doug have a line in the water and a beer in your hand. Love you my brother.....Shorty
ED JONES
May 28, 2011
MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN ETERNAL PEACE
larry pirch
May 28, 2011
it's raining in seattle! the yankees are in town! i never saw anyone play third base or shortstop, better than gary! what a glove. lucky
TC Martin
May 28, 2011
I am very saddened to hear about Gary's passing. It has been so many years since I last saw him as I moved out of the area but I always think about him. Gary was a great friend and an inspiring teammate. Not only was he a great coach and teacher of the game but a tremendous player. He was a big part of our "Express" Softball family. We had so much fun together and I will always remember his smile, his laugh and his gold glove. I miss you "Snake" and will always cherish the great times we had. May God Bless you, watch over you and give you peace!
May 28, 2011
Debbie,John,Jeana,Linda,Toni Lyn,I am So sorry for the loss of Gary. I have fond memories of Gary's younger days. He was loving and a delite to be with. The memories of Chester will always be with me.He will be missed.
Love and God Bless. We will meet again Gary. Love you, Aunt Jo
Rico & Antoinette Morotti
May 28, 2011
Granico Family,
Our deepest symapthy for your loss. My God bless you and your family during this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
May 27, 2011
I was shocked when my mom called to tell me about Gary. I hope you are all doing as well as can be expected at time like this. One of my first thoughts were of Larry, he would have been heart broken to have experienced this loss. Hopefully he and Gary are somewhere starting their on Fantasy Football League, smokin' a cigars and talkin' sports!!! My heart aches for all of you. Gary was a great guy, always a joy to be around. Hold on to your memories they will keep you strong.
Paula Alvarado Smith.
Stefan OConnor
May 27, 2011
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Granico family. We will all miss Gary and his fun ways deeply. He was a great, friend, mentor and coach to a lot of us. We had many fun adventures coaching baseball and having post games talks over a brew or two (most likely more…lol). The Chester fishing trips to Lake Almanor were the best. I still remember Gary’s face when Kenny Rogers, Rodney and I pulled up to his gasless boat on the lake with fuel. Priceless! Thanks Gary for all the fun times!
May 27, 2011
Debbie, John, Jeana, Gary was not only the best Husband, Father and Family man, he was also a great friend. He is now with God and others we have lost recently. My heart and prayers go out to all of your family. We will truely miss him in our lives.
Kathy, Keith Jouganatos
Pat Dowden
May 27, 2011
Gary
I will miss you old friend, I truly enjoyed our days at Hiram Johnson (Class of '69). R.I.P.
Pat Dowden
Loomis Ca
Debbie Smith
May 27, 2011
Granico Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was an inspiration to many young kids who were a part of Rosemont Little League. He always made my son Justin laugh and gave him more confidence than any other baseball coach. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May 27, 2011
Hey Bud - We are so glad our paths crossed with yours in this life! You were definitely one in a million and we think you knew at least a milliion people! You will be missed by them all. There's one thing that has to be said, it was always amazing how the tenor of a room, the garage, the golf course or where ever you were, changed when you showed up. Thanks for being our friend Gary and having us in your life...you will never be fogotten. God bless you and your family. Rest in peace my friend! Mike and Susan Levitt
May 27, 2011
Dear Toni and Linda --- I am so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. He will be missed. He was always one of my favorite childhood friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love, Sharon Dorsey
May 27, 2011
Gary was my cousin and my friend. Anyone who was his friend they became his family. He was a wonderful husband and caring Dad. He appreciated all the colors this world had to offer. Debbie, John, Jeana, Linda, Toni, & Family, wishing you comfort and love during this sad time. Your Cousin Joan
Winnie Cooper
May 27, 2011
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. God is now taking care of Gary for he was a good father, husband, and a friend to all he met.
Winnie, Jeni, Maria, Susan and Tere
Proud of his "boys"
Teresa Savage
May 27, 2011
Gary was not only every young man who went through Rosemont Little League's mentor and coach but like a father as well. He touched many lives and left a mark and a place in their heart.
"The coach's main job is 20 percent technical and 80 percent inspirational."
~Franz Stampfl
God Bless you Debbie, John and Jeana for sharing Gary (dad) with us all!
Teresa and J.P. Savage
Sid Lucero
May 27, 2011
Gary the things i learned from you and the good talks we had i will never forget. Spring training, Chester and most of all coaching. we had some great times. Thank you for everything.
May 27, 2011
Toni and Linda and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. In my teenage years I received the name " Baby Stowe" from Gary. He made a big impact in my life. He was a big brother figure to me, gave me advice and let me know I did matter in this world, he made me fill special. He opened his home to me when I needed a place to live, and eat and sleep. I have lots of good, fun and crazy memories with Gary that will always make me laugh, especially rafting trips down the American River. He was good man. God Bless you and your family. You are all in my Thoughts.
Lisa Gentry ( Baby Stowe)
Denise Pellerin-Johnson
May 27, 2011
Debbie, John, Jeana and the Granico & Cheek families,My heart is filled with sadness at the loss of Gary. He really was a remarkable person. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Alissa Morotti
May 27, 2011
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Kylie Villalva (Latimer)
May 27, 2011
We love you Gary and will miss your contagious laugh and your humongous smile! Life will not be the same without you but we know you are now at peace and out of pain. Love Jon, Kylie, and Abigail
May 27, 2011
Gary was my sons little league coach in Rosemont. He was a great guy and had a great passion for coaching all of our kids. I will miss seeing him at that the local pizza parlor (straw hat). As they say " only the good die young". Gary will be missed by a lot of people in the Rosemont area. The Cobb family.
Michael Foley
May 27, 2011
Gary, you will be truly missed. It was a pleasure knowing, working, and playing with you. I have many fond memories of you and will truly miss you. R.I.P. my brother.
Michael Foley
a.k.a. Foo Foo
don babcock
May 27, 2011
rest in peace Gary.
May 27, 2011
Debbie, John, Jeana, Linda, Toni Lynn & Family.
Gary was my cousin and my friend. He had a gift that if you were his friend you were his family. There was always 7 steps to Gary. I admired that he would color outside the lines, because that's who he was and he was endeared for being himself. He was a giver and his lust for life was contagious. I have so many fond memories of being in Chester with Gary and the rest of our cousins.
He will be missed by all. The world has lost a ray of sunshine.
Your Loving Cousin,
Joan
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