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Gary Marvin Wetter, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2015, in Conroe, TX after fighting a courageous battle with his second bout with cancer. Gary was born July 27, 1938 in Fort Worth, Texas. He graduated from Carter Riverside High School and attended Texas Tech University on a baseball scholarship where he received a degree in Electrical Engineering. After graduating from college, he married his soul mate, Linda Richardson. During their 53 year marriage, they raised two children, Kaylyn and Greg. He had a long, successful career in oilfield services. Since 1976, he resided in Conroe, Texas and retired from Nabors Offshore Corporation in 2004.
Gary was a man of truly solid character, who was always positive and kind, and never met a stranger. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and an all-around wonderful person. Gary enjoyed spending time together with his wife and friends, and he was a true friend to all. He particularly enjoyed being together with his grandchildren. He was an avid sports fan and loved to hunt and fish. He also enjoyed playing golf with his wife and their many dear friends. He touched many lives, and will be sorely missed.
Gary is survived by his wife, Linda, his daughter Kaylyn Huerter and her husband Rodney of Conroe; his son Greg Wetter and his wife Melanie of Spring; his grandchildren Tyler Shantz, Jared Huerter and Callie Wetter; his brother Steve Wetter of Euless, TX, his father-in-law Buford Richardson of Fort Worth, his sister-in-law Janis Claborn of Azle, TX and numerous nieces and nephews.
Gary is preceded in death by his mother, Kathleen Wetter, and father, Marvin "Smokey Montgomery" Wetter.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 p.m. at Metcalf Funeral Home, 1801 E. White Oak Terrace, Conroe, TX.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to the one of the following:
The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210 or New Century Hospice, New Century Heritage Foundation, 717 N. Harwood St. Ste 570, Dallas, TX 75201.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Wetter
March 11, 2015
Linda and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Every one says what a good man he was. You and
your family will be in my Prayers.
Edna Lou Manley
(Oakhurst Methodist)
Dave & Loretta Hill
March 8, 2015
Although we only knew him a short time, it was immediately evident of what a kind, strong man he was. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of this fine man.
Tommy Atkins
March 7, 2015
I've never had a better friend or known a better man. RIP Horse.
Phil & Brenda Grogan
March 7, 2015
Gary was such a fine person! His niece Mandi and his nephew Monte loved & respected their Uncle Gary. And Steve adored and greatly loved his brother. Phil & I remember Gary's terrific laugh and his true concern for other people. Our heartfelt hugs to all of the Wetter family.
Steve and Starla Shinn
March 6, 2015
Such an honor to call Mr. Wetter our friend. Condolences to the whole family.
Steve and Starla Shinn
March 6, 2015
Such an honor to call Mr. Wetter our friend. Condolences to the whole family.
Helmut & Pat Eindorf
March 6, 2015
Linda, Kaylyn and Greg, may our family offer our deepest sympathies in your irreparable loss of Gary.
Our prayers will be accompanying you in this time of sorrow. May God bless you all.
Helmut & Pat Eindorf
Stacie Phillips
March 6, 2015
Thank you for being a man of integrity and the great example of Love your marriage with Linda has been. Praying for all the hearts that will miss you.
March 6, 2015
Was a sincere pleasure to have known Shooter for a number of years...
You'll be greatly missed by many.
Thoughts and prayer to the Wetter Family.
Virgil Hayes
March 6, 2015
I am deeply saddened by the news of Gary passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gary was a kind, gentle man, he'll truly be missed.
Laurie Kerekes
Lyle & Irene O'Leary
March 5, 2015
Our prayers and condolences are with the Wetter family. Gary was on my team the first time I played golf with the 9:30 group at RP and he made me feel very welcome just the kind of guy he was and he'll certainly be missed. May he rest in peace and comfort.
Melissa Hallaron
March 5, 2015
The Hallaron Family will miss Gary dearly. He was like a second father to Mike and I and another grandfather to our kids. He was such a gentle and great person to know.
Linda McDaniel
March 5, 2015
Death is never easy but it is especially difficult to lose a long time soulmate. Unfortunately I cannot be there as you honor Gary at the memorial but please know Linda, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Tom & Novice Barlow
March 5, 2015
You were loved and will continue to be loved as well as missed by so many friends and family members. May you rest in peace now after so much pain that you did not deserve. In loving Memory of our dear Nephew.
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