Gary Iacini

Gary Iacini walked this earth with zealous warmth and mastery, his hands healing sports stars, family and neighbors-he was an artist, repairing bodies and minds until his no longer could heal itself. Gary's skill transcended rehabilitating others and led him to play professional soccer for the Oakland Clippers and San Jose Earthquakes in the late 60's to early 70's. His gifts as an Athletic Trainer were realized in preparing several professional and amateur teams including the San Francisco Giants and Japanese Yokohama Taiyo baseball team in the 80's. He later went on to lend his curative nature to those who needed it most, at risk youth and rescue animals. In 2001 Gary married Joan Levy. They shared a passion for food and travel. Together they took in the world; exploring Thailand, Australia, Mexico, Nicaragua, Spain and more. Gary and Joan settled their roots in Windsor where Gary turned his healing spark into a career that spread throughout his immediate community and beyond. From aspiring athletes, to retirees dealing with recurring injuries, Gary could be found on any given day mending and elevating bodies to their full potential. Gary had four children, two biological daughters, Bria and Amber, along with his wife's children, Yali and Nadessa. While battling cancer it was revealed that his youngest daughter Amber was expecting a child. He was elated. Moments before his final breath, Amber took Gary's hand in hers and placed it on her stomach-permitting a final goodbye from the previous generation to the next.

Gary passed at home on the first of November 2018, surrounded by the love of his family.

A gathering for immediate family will be held this Sunday. A larger celebration of life will likely be held in Spring. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you share any memories of Gary on his tribute wall located at the following website: https://www.whcmortuary.com/notices/Gary-Iacini or you can make a donation in his honor to Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame. Gary Iacini