GARY-STALCUP-Obituary

GARY I. STALCUP

Rio Vista, California

09/07/44 - 10/13/24

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DIED
October 13, 2024
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Rio Vista, California
CHARITY
Dementia Society of America
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Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
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Alzheimer's Association

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STALCUPGary Irl Stalcup, 80, of Rio Vista, California, passed away on October 13, 2024. Born on September 7, 1944, in Liberal, Kansas, Gary was known for his empathetic heart, bellowing voice and deep love for his family. A natural listener and someone who could bring warmth into any room, Gary...

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Gary was a terrific assistant principal. Very fond memories of Mr Stalcup as I served as an employee and parent. Praying for the family at this time. Knowing we have the hope in Jesus that we will see him again. The Collinsworth family

Mr. Stalcup was my favorite teacher and my favorite drama teacher, coaching me and others in one act plays and school productions. I will always remember him. Melinda Pettit Wheatley, Class of Abernathy 1973.

He was a wonderful teacher! One of my favorites in Abernathy my high school years .

When this memorial began circulating around my classmates in Abernathy, Texas, I was touched by the reaction in our private Facebook Groups and within our Text Chat Group. There were many fond memories, funny stories and admiration for our teacher, Gary Stalcup. September 1970, he was right out of Vietnam, in his first teaching job in Abernathy, Texas. But he really bonded with us. He was our teacher, class sponsor and friend during our Junior and Senior years at Abernathy. I specifically...

As a graduate of Abernathy High School Class of '72, I (and my classmates) hold many fond memories of "Mister Stalcup". He was a great educator, a respected patriot and an invaluable mentor. He will be missed.