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1953
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2012
Gary Whitaker Obituary
He was born August 12, 1953 in Paintsville, Ky., to the late Paul and Addie (Davis) Whitaker.
Gary graduated from Kaplin University with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and was a member of Moose Lodge # 889.
He is survived by his longtime companion, Kelly Dennis of Marion, Oh., two daughters, Christa (Bill Prosser) Whitaker of Galion, Oh., Sherri (Mike) Tinch-Greter of Galion, Oh., 11 grandchildren, two brothers, Jerry (Becky) Whitaker of Prospect, Oh., Robert (Randi) Davis of Tennessee, one sister, Dolly (Ron) Williams of Richwood, Oh.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Earl Davis.
Funeral services for Gary will be held Monday, November 5, 2012 at 1 PM at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home with Pastor Butch Whitaker. Burial will follow at Chapel Heights Memory Gardens. Visitation for family and friends will be Monday, November 5, 2012 from 11 - 1 PM at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home.
On line condolences may be expressed to the family at www.boydbornfuneralhome.com
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Caryn Long
November 5, 2012
Gary had an endearing and vivacious spirit. I am sorry to read of his passing. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to Kelly, Jerry, Dolly and all of the rest of his family and friends.
November 4, 2012
will be sadly missed and never forgotten love Randy & lynnie
janet staatskuhn
November 3, 2012
kelly you have been through so much with gary i am so sorry i saw this on the internet i miss you so much i am in indiana right now miss you and i am so sorry for your loss janet staats kuhn
Darrell & Cindy Whitaker
November 3, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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