Gary-Gist-Obituary

Gary Gist

James Island

Jul 26, 1949 – Jan 10, 2026 (Age 76)

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BORN
July 26, 1949
DIED
January 10, 2026
AGE
76
LOCATION
James Island

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Gary Mordecai Gist, 76, of James Island, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026.

Born on July 26, 1949, in Finksburg, Maryland, Gary was the son of the late Richard and Ruth Gist. From an early age, he demonstrated a deep love for learning, leadership, and athletics....

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I loved Gary, he was my best friend. Never be another Gary

My condolences to Gary family. Gary and I worked together at Luther Larkin's Plumbing while in High School. Fond memories of a really good guy. Bill Mellema - Chesapeake, Virginia (formally from Finksburg)

We offer our sincere condolences to Brenda, the entire family and Gary's many friends. We grew up with him and always loved seeing him. RIP Mordecai, Mike and Peggy Galloway

Gary will be missed by many. A good friend during our WHS years.Deepest Sympathy to the family.

My loving condolences to Gary's family. His passing, no doubt, was such a big loss to his family and his friends. After just knowing Gary casually for many years at church, I began to know his heart of gold at the Men's Breakfast at church. His passing made my tears flow. I pray that God will mend the broken and sorrowful hearts.

I will greatly miss that wonderful smile and great personality. So many great memories to cherish! Much love to Brenda, Shelby and Valerie

Brenda & girls, hugs to y'all. My deepest sympathy & prayers. May your find comfort, peace, & support during this loss I am living in the mountains now & will not be able to attend the service, but know I am thinking of y'all & sending prayers ! He was such a good man & he will be missed. RIP Gary. Kathryn Fritz

So sorry for your loss. He was a good man,always held great respect for him.Hold your memories close as they will always comfort you.

It was a pleasure working with Gary as Asst Principal at James Island Charter High School. My sincere condolences to the family.