Gary Bond, born on December 15, 1945, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales.
Throughout his life, Gary was a family man, cherishing the relationships he built with his loved ones. He was a resident of Winter Haven during the 1980s before making the move to Lake Wales from Logan, Ohio, where he established his home permanently in 2014.
Gary's passions extended beyond his professional life as a collections manager for Citizens Bank in Logan, Ohio; he enjoyed spending time with his dogs and had a fondness for fishing and boating. These hobbies filled his life with joy and were often shared with family and friends.
Gary leaves behind his beloved daughter, Vanessa Bond of Winter Haven; his sister, Laura Davis of Lake Wales; his brother, Melvin Bond of Logan, Ohio; and his cherished granddaughter, Alyssa Cottrill. He was preceded in death by his parents Clifton and Sue Bond. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com.
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