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Gary L. Eckenrode
1948 - 2022
Gary L. Eckenrode
1948 - 2022
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BORN
1948
DIED
2022
Gary Eckenrode Obituary
Mr. Gary L. Eckenrode was born in Baltimore on September 11, 1948 to the late James R. and Winifred L. (Dorman) Eckenrode. Mr. Eckenrode was a lifelong resident of Glen Burnie. He was a security liaison for the state of Maryland. In his free time, Gary enjoyed music, particularly the guitar, spending time with his grandchildren, time at the ocean and golfing.
Mr. Gary L. Eckenrode passed away peacefully at the Ellicott City Health and Rehab on March 28, 2022. In addition to his parents, his brothers Steven D. and Kenneth R. Eckenrode and sister Joyce A. Kirby preceded Gary in death. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his beloved wife Patricia M. Selway-Eckenrode, son Jude Eckenrode of Glen Burnie, daughter Tracey Grimes of Westminster, son Joe Wagener of Florida, son Patrick Wagener of Glen Burnie and son Christian Thompson of Stevensville, 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Linda Beattie
April 1, 2022
My sincere condolences to the family. Like a brother to me back in the day. R.I.P. Gary. Lindadarlin ☮
Christine Maddox
April 1, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We would chat in the halls of MVA when we would see each other mostly about his grandkids and family he loved so much and helped out wherever he could. He was such a nice guy. He will be missed.
Michelle McDermott
March 31, 2022
So sorry to hear about Gary. He was very nice, very helpful to his coworkers at MVA and always had a smile. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Helen Sievers
March 31, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I have know Gary for many years and he has played on my football pool up until the time he left MVA. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
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Renee Nadreau
March 31, 2022
I have known Gary my entire time at MVA. He was always willing to stop and chat and talk about his wife, kids, and grandkids. Praying for your family during this difficult time.
Jessica Buss (Karra's Nail trimmer)
March 30, 2022
Pat- I am so sorry for your loss. Gary will be missed dearly.
Monica Grace
March 30, 2022
I knew Gary from MVA. He was a good natured guy and he loved telling stories, which I enjoyed. We would always have lighthearted conversations when we would see each other in passing. My sympathies and prayers to Gary’s Family.
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