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Gary Charles Shamley

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Gary Shamley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2023.

Gary Charles Shamley Sr. 78, of Dunedin, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023. He was born on May 18,1945 in Ontario, Canada, the son of Gordon and Edna Shamley. He retired from RCA/GE Thomson (Indianapolis) where he was a Database Administrator. In his Florida retirement he loved riding in his TBird and attending the T Bird club breakfasts. He enjoyed countless laps in his retirement home at the La Plaza pool listening to the oldies. His loving wife of 51 years, Kelly Shamley, predeceased him in 2018. He found happiness again with Kathie Gemmill in his last few years of life. He is survived by his son JR (Gary) Shamley and wife Tricia, his grandchildren Corey of Miami, FL and Mason of Gainesville, FL; his step-grandchildren Nathan and Katie Bright both of Tallahassee, FL and Jenna Bright of Dunedin, FL. His son Colin Shamley, wife Melissa, grandchildren Brooke (and husband William Spooner), Hannah and Colin Jr (CJ) and great grandchildren Brayleigh, Westyn, Oaklynn and Hudson of Shelbyville, Indiana. A Celebration of Life will be held 1:00 PM Saturday August 12 at St John's Episcopal Church, 1676 South Belcher Road Clearwater, Florida. Burial will be in Memorial Garden at St. John's.

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August 11, 2023

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Marge Lapinski

August 11, 2023

Gary and Kelly spent every day with me at the pool for years! We shared everything and always found something to discuss whether it was recipes or our life stories. We spent most of the time laughing and enjoying ourselves! After Kelly died I was so happy he found Kathy to share the last years of his life. He will be forever missed and loved. Rest in Peace Gary

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Rhonda Jeske

August 10, 2023

I´m heartbroken over loosing my brother from another mother. I met Gary in 1965 when he dated one of my very best friends Kelly. Jerry and I had many good times over the years and I have good memories of our frequent trips / vacations together. I love the Shamley family and Kathie who, the last 3 years , brought much happiness to Gary. I miss and love my Gary. Rest in peace

Marsha Spicher

August 10, 2023

Gary is my daughters father-in-law. What a gem! My husband Craig and I enjoyed his company and his humor. It was an honor to know such a gentleman. He always had a smile for everyone, even at the end of his life. He will be missed. He sure was loved here on earth. I´m sure he already has a fan club in heaven. God bless his family. You have our deepest condolences!