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Gary Wolford Obituary
January 15, 1940 - August 21, 2016
Chanceford Township
Gary J. Wolford, 76, of Brogue, died at 6:35 p.m. Sunday, August 21, 2016 at his residence. He was the husband of Patsy M. "Pat" (Lutz) Wolford.
Born January 15, 1940 in Gettsyburg, a son of the late Albert L. and Ethel P. (Strouth) Wolford, and foster son of the late Emory and Nettie Sechrist, he attended the 1957 class of Red Lion High School. He was a self-employed septic service and excavating contractor for 40 years. His Masonic affiliations included Friendship Lodge #663 Free and Accepted Masons in Fawn Grove, Zembo Temple Shrine Club, and Harrisburg Consistory. He participated in dirt track racing for 30 years at local tracks and was an All Time Feature winner at Silver Springs Speedway as well as Lincoln, Susquehanna, Reading, Penn National, and Langhorne Speedways. He was a member of the York County Racing Club, Eastern Museum of Motor Racing, and the Reading Stock Car Association.
In addition to his wife, Mr. Wolford is survived by two daughters, Lori Wolford of Brogue, and Jo Wolford and her husband, Glenn Keller of Brogue; a grandson, Tyler Wolford; two brothers, Larry Baldwin and Albert Wolford; and three sisters, Cheryl Rotz, Ellen Livingston, and Robin Rhoads.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Kuhner Associates Funeral Directors, Inc., 863 S. George St., York, with the Rev. Chester Joines officiating. Viewings will be 5 to 7 p.m. Friday and 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Eastern Museum of Motor Racing, 100 Baltimore Rd, York Springs, PA 17372, the York County Racing Club, 568 Yale Street, York, PA 17403, or Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601.
The family wishes to thank you for the kindness you have shown to us during our great time of sorrow. Your expressions of sympathy brought us great comfort.
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Bill Lowe
August 17, 2025
Every time I drive through Brogue, I fondly recall 63 years ago Gary (the stock car racer) telling me to slow down for the curve ahead.
Earl Detwiler
August 17, 2019
Mau our Lorsa greatest grace be upon thee.
Dave Kline
May 16, 2017
Pat
I'm so sorry for your loss. I just was just talking to a friend about Gary when we bought your septic business over 13 years ago and i was just was made aware that Gary passed away. I wanted to catch up with Gary the past few years and the time slipped by. My business dealing with Gary were awesome and enjoyed talking to him. Pat you were always a joy also.
August 29, 2016
Pat, Lori and Jo. So sorry for your loss. Remember being at your house with my grand parents Ralph and Alma Kauffman, and the many nights watching Gary race at Silver Springs.
Barb (Bruce) and Steve Haines
Charles Mellinger
August 27, 2016
My dad and Gary were friends for decades. They shared a love for racing that was with them both until the day they died. When my dad passed, Gary had my dad's name engraved on a brick at the Eastern Museum of Auto Racing, and my family is forever grateful for Gary's generosity.
I'm sorry we missed the viewing and the funeral. We just found out today.
The Heisey Family
August 27, 2016
Heartfelt prayers for the Wolford family, RIP Gary!
August 27, 2016
Sad to hear of the loss of my friend Gary. Ever since he drove the #5 for my dad he always took time to talk and just ask how things were going. Listening to his stories gave me an insight to the amazing colorful life that he lived on and off the track. RIP Gary
Will Wolfe
Bill Lowe
August 27, 2016
I first met Gary when I went to work in Bryansville at the Gas Pipeline Station. Two racers, Gary and Milford Wales worked there and racer Neil Haight worked the next station south. I would so much enjoy their racing conversations. Then when I would drive Gary somewhere, he always cautioned me "there's a bad curve up ahead" or don't forget the stop sign" - all from a guy who drove over a hundred miles per hour around an oval track all weekend long. He was a great guy with a quick easy grin and chuckle - a wonderful friend who I will never forget. May he rest in peace.
Jim Coker
August 27, 2016
My prayers go out to Gary's family and friends. He was a great guy. I met him through EMMR and will never forget him.
Joyce Tome
August 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss You and the girls are in my thoughts
Robert Sanders
August 26, 2016
So many memories
Rhonda Lloyd
August 26, 2016
May God Bless and comfort you.
Jake Wagoner
August 26, 2016
I have known Gary since childhood. Could not have had a better friend. Honest and down to earth. Will be greatly missed
merv wilson
August 26, 2016
may god bless you for your many good deeds and witty personality
randy weaver
August 26, 2016
Thoughts and prayers for Jo and the rest of the family Gary was a great racer and even a better person Spent a lot of weekends in the 70's and 80's and early 90's watching him race and the great nights after the races at the Springs You sure have a lot of stories to tell when you get heaven Rest in peace
WADE & TROY fraker
August 25, 2016
THOUGH AND PRAYER WE RACED AT SILVER SPRING WITH GARY EVERY SAT NIGHT WAS A GREAT PERSON SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
WADE &TROY FRAKER
August 25, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
dorothy dellinger
August 25, 2016
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul Meyers
August 24, 2016
With thoughts and prayers for the family,
Paul and Vickey Meyers
From the Brogue area
August 24, 2016
prayers to the family.
Al Collier
August 24, 2016
Gary was my "first" Favorite Driver at Silver Springs, or at any other track for that matter. Always friendly and a great sportsmen, I have many a found memory of the gold 46 and The first #3 driver to enter my heart. My best thoughts on your loss............................ Rest in Peace, Gary
Al Collier
Margie Myers
August 24, 2016
condolences to the Wolford family.......one of the best racers!
August 24, 2016
Prayers and condolences to Gary's family, from Glenn Altland and family
Ann Vickers
August 24, 2016
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Gary was a wonderful person and neighbor . Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Bob and Ann (Shaull) Vickers
Betts Janis
August 24, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the Wolford family
Brenda Tome
August 24, 2016
Lori and Jo, just wanted to say I am sorry for the loss of your dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Take care!
Kent and Nan Ness
August 24, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. And we thank you for sharing the life of your husband, father and grandfather with so many who knew him. His quick wit, laughter and kind heart were a blessing to many. May the presence and peace of the Lord surround you through the journey ahead.
Sincerely, Kent and Nan Ness
Ron & Deb Deitrich
August 24, 2016
My sympathy to the family. A great friend who will be missed.
Earl Detwiler
August 24, 2016
May God continue to be a comfort to family at this time.
Ron Tolley
August 24, 2016
Your family is in our prayers.
Malissa Smith
August 23, 2016
I'm so saddened to hear of Gary's passing. He and my dad, Larry Fales had many great times together. I'll never forget the time Gary, in his bigger than life toughness, was running circles around his truck to escape our geese! After that I didn't feel so bad about being afraid of them. You will be missed by many Gary, be free of pain.
Franklin Sowards
August 23, 2016
May you rest in peace and God be your family in this time of their loss.
Franklin Sowards
Barbara Filipiak
John Buskey
August 23, 2016
My condolences to Gary's entire family. My father took me at an early age to the "Springs" to watch Gary. I was hooked as one of his many fans. Always enjoyed visiting with him at the museum and the Fish Fry. Rest in peace Gary.
Tonya Classon
August 23, 2016
Sending Thoughts and Prayers for Jo and The rest of the Wolford Family and Friends. He will truly be missed.
August 23, 2016
My condolences to the Wolford family. Gary was a fine man, a good friend to my father and a great racer. I'll always cherish the memories of growing up around the dirt track life. RIP Gary.
Donald Frazier
Ormond by the Sea, FL
Beth Kline
August 23, 2016
Gary you will be greatly missed by so many people. I will never forget your smile!
Chad Kennell & Stacey Long
August 23, 2016
Our sincere condolences go out to Mrs. Wolford, Lori, Jo and all the family and friends of Gary. He was a good man and will be missed by all that knew him. He leaves behind many memories for those that knew him as well as race fans in Central PA as he sure was something special - on and off the track. Rest in Peace, Gary.
Sharon Madenfort
August 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Your memories and love in your hearts will help each passing day. Just knowing he's not is pain anymore and in a much better place should help comfort you. Your all in my prayers. Need anything , please call.
Amanda Amspacher
August 22, 2016
Hugs and prayers! May God be with you during this time of sorrow!
Karen Bumbaugh
August 22, 2016
RIP Gary. U will be missed by many. Keep making those left turns.
Laura Halsey
August 22, 2016
Jo, thinking of you and your family at this time.
Sonya Wolford Grim
August 22, 2016
Pat, Lori, & Jo: Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Memories of the times we spent together will always be with me and remembered fondly. God Bless ~ Love & Hugs
Rich Eichelberger
August 22, 2016
Gary will be missed by his family and his friends. Not to many men like him anymore. I am honored to have raced with him and have him for a friend. Best wishes for the family during this difficult time. Rich Eichelberger and crew!
Chad Wike
August 22, 2016
Gary was my favorite driver growing up. My dad would root for my great uncle Harold Wike my mom was a Dwight Lieb fan. I loved going to Silver Springs eating the french fries and watching #71 the Kohler car run. I would be horse by the end of the night screaming for him to go faster. The absolute best times ever. Thanks for the great memories RIP Gary and take it easy on them up there in racing heaven.
Sherry Dill
August 22, 2016
Prayers for the family sorry to hear of Gary passing
Walter& Darlene Fike
August 22, 2016
So sorry for your Loss, Praying your memories help you through this difficult time
H Woodson
August 22, 2016
Sending condolences to the Wolford family.
Loved watching Gary race at Silver Spring Speedway.
Ann Vickers
August 22, 2016
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Gary was a wonderful person and neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Bob and Ann (Shaull) Vickers
Keith Brown
August 22, 2016
It was a tough battle and you fought a terrific fight. You've earned a rest, race in Heaven.
Tinman
Bob & Brandie
August 22, 2016
Our thoughts are with all of you!
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