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Gary Roman Obituary
Fern Creek - Gary Roman, 74, of Fern Creek, Kentucky, passed away on November 27, 2020, at Baptist Hospital in Louisville after an illness.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Chun Han Roman; his loving children, Dawn Roman-Scott (Vaughn) and Trevor Roman (Angela Shelton); his step-children, Amy Mitchell (Greg) and Mina Bear (Jeremiah); six grandchildren; and four precious great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: Mickey Holliger, Shirley Whelchel (Rolaph), Roy "Buddy" Roman (Linda), nine nieces and nephews, and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
Born in Louisville, Kentucky, on October 5, 1946, to the late Roy-Lee and Clara Roman of Fern Creek, Gary was the youngest of four children. A lifelong resident of the Fern Creek community, Gary graduated from Fern Creek High School and attended Western Kentucky University, where he earned a B.S. degree in horticulture. He taught and coached wrestling briefly in the Oldham County school system before pursuing a career related to his passion for hunting and the great outdoors. He earned additional M.S. and V.E.A. degrees from the University of Kentucky and chose to apply his talents to firearms.
Gary was the proud owner and operator of Firearms Service Center, Inc., in Louisville. Gary was President and a founding member of the KY-ARK Hunting Club. He had an international reputation for his work and traveled the world, participating in and leading numerous big-game hunting expeditions. An outstanding member of the community, Jim Strader (Jim Strader Outdoors radio) best immortalized his character with these words: "One of the remarkable things about him was his willingness to share his talents and knowledge. Unselfish with his time, he was a huge asset to the conservation community." He will be greatly missed.
While the family will host a celebration of life at a later date, memorial donations may be made in Gary's honor to Duck's Unlimited and/or Safari Club International Kentuckiana Chapter.
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Dr. Doug Peeno
December 12, 2020
A great loss for all of us in the community. I've known Gary for many years and had the privilege, only a couple of times, of hunting with him. HIs choice of profession could not have been more perfect for his personality. Have know Dawn for a number of years as we worked together in our office for a few years. He will be greatly missed. May God give serenity to his family. He has already opened the door and wonder of eternity to our dependable and trustworthy friend. Rest in peace, good man.
Tom thieneman
December 8, 2020
So sorry for your loss, Gary was a truly good guy. Every piece of hardware I own I bought from Gary and with each purchase came a vast amount of knowledge with each piece. Always was great to share my time and stories with him. I will miss seeing Gary and I wish you strength in dealing with your loss.
Memerie McGary
December 8, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Rick Harrison
December 5, 2020
So sad to hear about Gary passing away. May God hold his family in his living hands during this terrible time.
Prayers for comfort for all his family and friends.
I will miss his sense of humor and friendship
John Johnson
December 5, 2020
Remembering friendships between the Johnsons and Romans on Lovers Lane in Fern Creek. RIP, Gary! Prayers be with the family.
Joseph Blevins
December 4, 2020
My heartfelt condolences to Gary's family.
Kathryn Smith
December 4, 2020
Dear Han, we are sorry to hear about your husband’s passing. May you and your family have peace at this time and always.
Your friends from LA Fitness pool,
Katie and Barbara.
Sherra Kapfhammer
December 4, 2020
To Gary’s entire family, we lost a friend to my family for over 40 years. He helped my sons and I after my husbands passing. I could never begin to tell you the time he spent helping us, his kindness was so genuine and endless. Prayers from us that you find peace and carry on his legacy. Prayers for you all and peace. God Bless you all.
Leslie Sanders Mengelberg
December 4, 2020
Trevor, I am so sad for the loss of your Dad. My family and I are praying for you, Dawn and other family. I will always remember Mr Roman very fondly. I love you Trev-
Terri Risotti, Risotti Insurance Agency
December 3, 2020
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. A great man with a big heart. My prayers and sympathy to the family.
Barbara Tides
December 3, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
nick And alex simon
December 2, 2020
Gary was a hell of a guy and it was a big punch to the gut to hear that we lost this great man forever. Endless knowledge about his about passion, and always kind and willing to help me And my brother in any way, gun related or anything else. he has been a great friend of the simon family for over 40 years and will be so so missed. hope to see you again one day friend! love and sympathy from nick and alex simon! thanks again for everything you ever did for us.
Annie Leuty
December 2, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My heart breaks for his family. My Mother is good friends with his wife Han and my family grew up with Mina and Amy. Although we've lost touch with each other's lives those memories are still dear to me. My heart breaks at this news and the pain they must be feeling at this time. Sending prayers of healing and love❤ Annie
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