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Gary Maness Obituary
Born: May 22, 1944; in Sycamore, IL
Died: February 4, 2019; in Sycamore, IL
Gary Wayne Maness, 74, of Sycamore, Illinois, died Monday, February 4, 2019, peacefully at his home.
Born May 22, 1944, in Sycamore, the son of Carl F. and Madelyn (Rhode) Maness, Gary married Mary K. Schreiber on August 26, 1966, in Sycamore. He was a 1962 graduate of Sycamore High School.
A veteran of the US Army, having served from 1965 to 1968, Gary was retired after working for Carquest for 32 years. He was an expert at mixing paint for auto restorers.
Gary enjoyed fishing and camping with his grandchildren; he loved family, as it was his main priority. He was great at telling jokes and working on cars. He was best known for his simplicity and easy-going style - and for his patience, which he taught to everyone.
Gary is survived by his wife, Mary; son, John R. (Trysha) Maness of Sycamore; grandchildren, Jarrod (Tabitha) Maness, Justin (Rachel) Maness, Jason Maness (Kaite Chrisco), Jeffery Maness (Hannah Harvey); a great-granddaughter, Evaleigh, and another great-grandchild expected in April; brother, Frank Maness of Sycamore; sister, LaVerna (Homer) Grady of DeKalb; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and extended family.
He was predeceased by his parents.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, February 8, 2019, at Quiram-Sycamore Chapel, 1245 Somonauk St. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 pm Thursday, February 7, at the funeral home.
Memorials can be made to the family.
Arrangements are by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Quiram Sycamore Chapel; 815-895-6589.
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Jeanie Shipman
February 28, 2019
Gloria, so sorry to hear about Gary, memories of both of you at Ideal bring such happy memories, Gary was such funny an good natured guy, your little house in tilton park. I'm so very happy that I had the privilege of knowing that Gary guy ,we all had some funny days at work, just a good guy for sure
February 9, 2019
It is never easy to lose a loved one. May you find comfort in God's promise found at John 6:40 which say that soon we will see our love ones again.
February 7, 2019
Mary, John, Trysh and Family ~
My heart is heavy as I read of this great loss. Wayne was a great guy! You were Blessed to be his Family.
I'm on vacation this week and am unable to attend the services. Please know how very sorry I am for your loss and that you are all in my prayers.
God Bless and comfort each of you ~
Much Love,
Jacque
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Olson Funeral and Cremation Services, Quiram Sycamore Chapel1245 Somonauk St., Sycamore, IL 60178
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