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Gary Fairburn Obituary
SANTA ROSA, CA -- Gary Fairburn, 79, formerly of Lima passed away on November 25, 2024 in Santa Rosa, CA. Gary was born on March 8, 1945 in Lima to Eugene and Edna Fairburn who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his brother, Larry Fairburn, and his sister, Sharron Morris, both of Lima. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Gary was deeply religious and found comfort in his faith. He spent most of his adult life living in California where he was lovingly looked after by his faithful caregivers and friends.
A private burial will take place at a later date in Memorial Park Cemetery, Lima, Ohio.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Fairburn
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Montoya
January 27, 2025
I worked with Gary for about 6 years. He taught me a lot of things and then he taught me them again! Haha He was a unique and caring guy and he will be missed!
Sydni Davenport
January 4, 2025
There was many of us from the same family that helped Gary, He wouldn't remember our names so he would give us one he would remember. I was the sister with the ranch. I would hear things that Gary liked cooked. My sister was saying he wanted Mac and cheese... she didn't know how to cook it and I didn't want to cook it so I went and bought him some... His first question was Is it home made???? Or is it from KFC ? I told him from my friends restaurant
once he heard restaurant he didn't want to really eat it I said she makes it for her restaurant.... He took a bite and his eyes rose I said how does it taste? he said alright I was like what??? I think it's delicious then he continued to eat every single bit of it.... He couldn't even talk as he didn't want to take a break between bits... you were a one of a kind and we all miss you.....and can't believe you're gone...you calling my mom's house every day will be missed.
Denee
December 16, 2024
I got to know gary wen my mother started to care for gary 16 years ago.he had a special way about himself.he sure was good on getting imfromation on anything you wanted to know especially on a garden books.i enjoy listening to his stories on him driving his big tractor moving snow out of his friends driveways.much more he would share stories of his mom n dad.gary was like family he got us and we got him I'm still sad but I know he's in heaven I miss you my dear friend
Emelia J Locke
December 14, 2024
I cared for Gary for 16+ years with the help from my family. Gary was a unique person, he tried to help us whenever he could. He even had nick names for my grandchildren. He will be missed by all of us. Go be with God Gary.
Denise "Niecey "Biofeed back "
December 14, 2024
I known Gary for over 15 years. I used to go take care of him when needed. Gary was very spoken. He used to call me bio feedback and I say his name was Google. We used to have great conversations. He use to tell me a little bout his younger years I thought wow Gary . He said he doesn't talk to his family but he told me a lot bout them. I know he is in a better place. God gained a wonderful angel. I will miss him dearly.
Denise "Niecey "Biofeed back "
December 14, 2024
I known Hary for over 15 years6. Gary and I had real good and interesting conversation he caller me " Bio feedback " I called him Google as a joke. He had his moments but I just tell him we are always gonna be there for him. He had a sense of humor He told me bout his life in Luma. He also wished that he spoke to family more but never did. I will miss Gary. But I know God wanted him
And he gained a angel
May u always rest in peace ... never a dull moment with Gary.
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