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Gary Schaar Obituary
Born January 1934 Pasadena, CA
Gone May 2019 Solana Beach, CA
Loved wildly and deeply, deeply missed by his wife of 62 years Sue, his children Nick and Julie, his daughter-in-law Regan and his grandchildren Matt, John, Christian and Tom.
Gary was a perfect husband and the very best dad and granddad.
Youngest of seven and is survived by brother Bob and sister Lillian, he adored his brothers and sisters and nieces and nephews.
Gary was raised in Arcadia and grew to become an all-star little brother with a huge smile, he also grew to become an all-star quarterback, track and basketball captain and class president for MAD High School in Monrovia, CA.
He went on to USC where he earned his BA in 1956, met the love of his life Sue and joined Phi Kappa Psi fraternity where he met another hundred new friends with whom until his end he cherished, rousted and ribbed.
He married just after graduation and went to work for Shell Oil scouting sites across the west. Next for Gary was Lincoln Savings and then to a long career of his own, making in real estate finance, development and management.
A giant Dutchman (6'7") with a huge heart, a never-ending sense of humor and a great love for all people. Gary was flawlessly generous and sweet and passionate about everybody and everything good.
Albeit on the younger end of the greatest generation, he was the greatest we knew.
A huge hole is left for us all to flood with the same love and joy he so consistently lent.
Rise and shine!
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Karen Nicles
August 26, 2019
I worked as Garys Assistant for 3 years in the mid 90s. He was a gem. My most memorable times were driving to see properties and lunches at Aldos. I called every 6 months and was saddened and shocked as last time we spoke was in January. Kevin and I send our love and condolences on his passing.
Cathy Sutherland
July 14, 2019
So saddened to hear this news.
Devastated for his family.
I spent many wonderful holidays with Gary and Sue and Nick and Julie. I've never met a husband and wife with more love for one another or a more caring and generous father. Gary was an amazing example of a man. He's left a legacy of people he touched with his kindness and a family he created with Sue that continues to do the same. May all of the wonderful memories of him, bring the Schaar family some comfort and peace in their loss.
God bless him.
Harlin Hailey
May 31, 2019
As a long time friend of his son Nick, I was crushed to hear about the passing of Gary Schaar. My sincere condolences go out to the entire family. I will always remember his giant stature, his giant wit, and his gentle-giant heart that made all those around him feel special. The world lost another good one. Rest in peace, Big Gar.
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Mike Littler
May 26, 2019
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Uncle Gary. I always loved his wry smile and great sense of humor, and enjoyed every moment together during parties and family events. I am so sorry for your loss and pray for peace and joyful memories of him during this difficult time.Mike Littlet
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