Garry-Kinder-Obituary

Garry Kinder

Dallas, Texas

1933 - 2023

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DIED
February 17, 2023
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Dallas, Texas

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Garry Dean Kinder was born on May 22, 1933 in Pekin, Illinois to John and Edith Kinder. Both Garry and his brother Jack had a childhood filled with sports, friends, family and church. Garry graduated from Pekin High School where he played baseball (catcher), football (quarterback), basketball...

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My wife, Monica Merritt, and I worked with Garry through the Roaring Lambs and the Bent Tree Bible Study. Being around Garry was a pleasure and an inspiration. He inspired me so much about goal setting that I ended up getting a doctorate in human and organizational psychology to concentrate on goal achievement and habit formation. His efforts to better others will be felt for generations. It was our pleasure to know him and Janet and we wish his family the very best in this life.

Just saw this. Gary was a friend and mentor. He facilitated a national general agent study group for years when I was with the company. Help me in my business and personal life. He shared sales, management, business, and life skills that I still rely on today. It was my great pleasure to know Gary.

Garry was a guiding light for thousands of folks involved in the Financial Services industry for almost 70 years! His (and his brother Jack's) influence have helped agents to assist tens of thousands families and businesses to plan and provide for their future financial security, regardless of life events. Anyone who knew him will attest to the sincere caring of this energetic man. To say that he will be missed does not even come close to a recognition of his lifelong contributions to his...

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Gary taught me much. One night at dinner I told Gary we should get back to the hotel because we didn't want to miss The O'Reilly Factor. He said let's go! So sorry for your loss.

A wonderful and authentic man was Garry Kinder. My condolences to his family.

A huge loss. I valued the times I was able to visit with Garry over the years. I owe so much of my success to his teaching and guidance. His books will inspire many more people in the years to come.

Sorry to hear about Garry's passing. The Sudduth Family sends condolences. He and Jack lived an accomplished life.