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Garry Coon Obituary

COON, Gary 71, of Seminole, passed away at home on May 30, 2011 attended by his loving wife of 40 years, Judy, and devoted daughter, Cheryl. He will be missed by sister Janet Pearson; niece Val Impellizzeri and family; nephew Brian Pearson and family; his wife's parents Frank and Hilda Hrushka; sister-in-law Jeanne Rumple and family; and dedicated friends. Garry was a former math teacher at Dixie Hollins and Oceola High Schools. He was an ardent golfer, an avid Michigan State fan, and thrived on the challenge of building or fixing things for others. www.nationalcremation.com

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Jun. 2, 2011.

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Connie Purdum

June 13, 2011

Judy, I am so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. He was such a good friend to Ron and me. I saw the notice just today in the Canterbury newsletter.He will be missed.

June 5, 2011

Judy and Cheryl,
It has been a very long time since we have seen one another but I still carry the memories of sharing fun times with your family in our younger years. Gary was a wonderful man and I am glad to have known him. My deepest sympathy in your loss. Sue Casto (Hatton)

Diana and Bruce Calhoun

June 5, 2011

Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Keep your memories close to your heart.

June 3, 2011

Cheryl & Mrs. Coon,
Words do not do justice to what you feel. I am so happy you all were able to spend so much time with him in the last year. I wish you both peace & comfort.
Best & love
Kirsten Wright

Ed & Carol Hallock

June 3, 2011

I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know Garry in Saturday "Coaches Golf League"...he was one of the nicest individuals you could ever meet. He will be missed, but we will remeber him fondly and frequently. Our sincerest sympathy goes out to Judy, Cheryl, and the entire Coon family.

This is how we will always remember Gary.

Jacqueline Olds

June 2, 2011

Dearest Judy and Cheryl, we are heartbroken for you, for your loss. We will always remember Gary with such fondness....so many great times! He was not only your loving Husband and Dad...he was our treasured friend. Love, Jac and Charles

June 2, 2011

Judy & Cheryl: We are so sorry for your loss. Gary was one of the best. We will all miss him so much. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Love,
Hartley & Donna

al schaaff

June 2, 2011

WE PLAYED GOLF WITH GARRY.. HE PLAYED IN OUR GOLF LEAGUE..WE HAVE A LOT OF FOND MEMORIES AND GOOD TIMES..HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL.. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY...AL SCHAAFF AND DAVID MCGEEHAN

Jude and John Boswell

June 2, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Garry. Sending you hugs from afar.

Jane Stauffer

June 2, 2011

Judy I am so sorry for your loss. Just when you are suppose to be spending more time together your loved one is taken from you. It has been awhile since we talked but my thought are with you. Jane Stauffer

June 1, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and as I remember the last time we were together, we had a great visit, even many years ago. Dave would often talk about Garry and remember there last visit. God be with him, and you and Cheryl also. Love,Dave and Diane

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