Gary Michael Biven

Gary Michael Biven obituary, Louisville, KY

Gary Michael Biven

Gary Biven Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Owen Funeral Home - Dixie Highway on Dec. 18, 2024.

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Gary Michael Biven, 73, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Gary was a proud graduate of PRP High School and went on to serve his country with honor in The United States Air Force. Following his military service, he built a successful career and retired from both Reynolds and ALCOA in Louisville.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Zona and Joseph Biven; brother, James Biven; and grandmother, Virginia Rueve.
Gary is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Evelyn; his children, Jacqueline, Phillip (Amanda), and Drew (Ariel); and his cherished grandchildren, Gabriel, Brandon, Isaiah, Raegan, Tanner, Ayden, and London, sister Sandra Lawless.
Gary's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. May his legacy bring comfort to all who mourn his passing.
His services will be held at Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Hwy., on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Visitation will be from 10:00-8:00 PM and his funeral service will start at 2:00 PM with the visitation to continue afterwards.

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